Membership 2026: Growing the Profession One Post at a Time
By Kristin Carroll
Axel Moncada, MA, LAT, ATC, head athletic trainer for Papillion La Vista High School in Pappillion, Nebraska, has his sights set on building the profession. In his third year of certification, Moncada is already aiming for leadership, expressing a desire to one day take on the role of NATA president.
NATA News Adjusts Production Schedule
Since the NATA restructure was announced in November 2024, staff has been evaluating projects, initiatives and workload to ensure the national office is still meeting the members’ needs as we right-size.
As a result of this evaluation process, the NATA Marketing & Communications Department has made the decision to take NATA News from a monthly publication to a bimonthly publication.
NATM: The Celebration Continues
With National Athletic Training Month officially kicking off March 1, you might be looking for ways to celebrate the profession and shine a light on athletic training's “Champions in Health Care.”
Award Honors Chuck Kimmel’s Legacy
By the NATA Student Leadership Committee Nominations Subcommittee
Chuck Kimmel’s contributions as an educator and NATA president have left a profound impact on the athletic training profession.
Through his leadership, he inspired countless students, advocating for their growth and development while promoting the importance of the profession across the nation.
More Tips To Celebrate NATM
With National Athletic Training Month officially kicking off March 1, you might be looking for ways to celebrate the profession and shine a light on athletic training's “Champions in Health Care.”
Tips To Help You Celebrate NATM
With National Athletic Training Month officially kicking off March 1, you might be looking for ways to celebrate the profession and shine a light on athletic training's “Champions in Health Care.”
February: New EducATe Courses Released
As your source of lifelong learning, NATA EducATe provides users with an extensive educational library, a customizable experience, the ability to interact with peers and more.
New courses are constantly being added to the platform to ensure you have the knowledge needed to stay up to date in your practice – as well as earn CEUs.
Empowering Peers, Supporting Athletes
In honor of Black History Month in February, NATA Now is highlighting some of our Black leaders at the state, district and national levels as they share insight into their volunteer journeys.
NATA Intercollegiate Council for Sports Medicine member Sherman Howze, MS, LMT, ATC, began his athletic training journey after experiencing what he calls the “heroic treatment [his] high school AT provided.”
A Backbone for Peers
In honor of Black History Month in February, NATA Now is highlighting some of our Black leaders at the state, district and national levels as they share insight into their volunteer journeys.
The Power of Financial Stewardship
In honor of Black History Month in February, NATA Now is highlighting some of our Black leaders at the state, district and national levels as they share insight into their volunteer journeys.
For Colorado Athletic Trainers' Association Finance Committee member Zach Lewis, MAT, LAT, ATC, health care runs in the family.
Now Open: NATA EducATe Enhanced Access
Enhanced access to the entire NATA EducATe On-Demand Course Catalog is now available to NATA members.
The NATA EducATe On-Demand Course Catalog includes more than 150 courses covering various disciplines ATs encounter in their daily practice. That’s more than 225 CEUs/hours of content.