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In general, athletic trainers are advised against traveling in possession of cannabis-related products until regulations become clearer and afford certain protections. The following information is provided should an athletic trainer consider traveling with cannabis and have approval from one’s directing physician.
The means by which cannabis derivatives (e.g. cannabinoids) can exert their effects on the human body involves the endocannabinoid system, a complex cell-signaling network that involves neural, immune, enzyme-driven, and other physiologic processes.
The use of cannabis derivatives for medicinal purposes and therapeutic potential have been heavily researched over the past several years due to changes in societal and cultural norms. It is the duty of the athletic trainer to be able to educate their patient/athlete and understand the medicinal benefits, the long and short-term side effects, and the associated risks of the use of cannabinoids. It should be noted that utilizing cannabinoids for medicinal and therapeutic benefits should be discussed with a licensed physician prior to initiating treatment.
Revenue models contain information that will help ATs maintain and improve their positions by quantifying their worth to the organization. Revenue models include: Secondary School Value Model, College/University Value Model, Physician Practice Value Model and the Public Safety Value Model.
The NATA Private Practice and Entrepreneurship Value Model is a product of the NATA Council on Practice Advancement Private Practice and Emerging Settings Committee. This document is intended for athletic trainers (ATs) and other stakeholders. The information contained in this document may be used as a guide for ATs interested in business ownership and provides best practice recommendations for the private practice setting.
This value model was created to provide a resource for ATs in entrepreneurship to broaden the knowledge base of worth and value in their setting, to assist in presenting their value and worth to stakeholders, expand general business knowledge and understand the value provided to the target market. It is projected that this information will help ATs create and sustain a successful business.
This resource covers key considerations such as communicating changes to the BOC, preparing speakers for live online sessions, selecting the right virtual platform, and managing attendee tracking and accessibility features.
The NATA State Association Advisory Committee (SAAC) also encourages leaders to build an online repository of resources for members, including NATA publications, public health updates, telemedicine guidance, and state-specific information such as unemployment resources, legislative updates, and COVID-related policies.
Examples from other state associations are included for reference.
Read on tips and best practices for those who are considering working in the per diem space.
Created by the NATA Education Advancement Committee, the EAC Educators’ Toolkit is a series of resources to help educators implement best practices in education in line with the EAC’s mission of supporting research priorities, advancing scholarship and promoting best practices.
A step-by-step guide to finding and applying for jobs in athletic training. Covers preparing resumes/CVs, tailoring applications, navigating online applications, interview preparation and post-interview follow-up to help job seekers succeed at every stage.
The Physician Practice Value Model (PPVM) was developed by the Committee on Practice Advancement to educate athletic trainers, administrators and consumers about athletic training services – especially within the physician practice setting. This document is meant to outline the value and worth an athletic trainer in the physician practice can bring to an institution. As the profession of athletic training continues to grow in stature, this value model will be considered a living document, adapting to economic challenges and public perception. This PPVM will serve as a global overview of other more detailed documents.
The Public Safety Value Model is a product of the Public Safety Committee of the NATA Council on Practice Advancement (COPA). This document is intended for athletic trainers (ATs) and public safety agencies alike. The information contained in this document may be utilized to develop an athletic training program and provides best practice recommendations within the public safety setting
A sample two-page policy outlining best practices for fostering inclusive, respectful and culturally aware environments in sports medicine settings. Includes mission statement, behavioral guidelines and optional demographic form for staff and patients.