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Selected Works of Jane Shimon
Article
Certified Athletic Trainers in Our Secondary Schools
Strategies: A Journal for Physical and Sport Educators
  • Christine Stopka, University of Florida
  • Jane M. Shimon, Boise State University
  • MaryBeth Horodyski, University of Florida
  • Randy Deere, Western Kentucky University
  • Christine Bolger, National Association for Sport and Physical Education
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
11-1-2002
Disciplines
Abstract

Describes the medical, legal, and educational benefits of having a certified athletic trainer in the secondary school, explaining that they can prevent or lessen the severity of an injury or chance of re-injury. The article presents eight options for hiring a certified athletic trainer and offers suggestions and resources for locating one.

Citation Information
Christine Stopka, Jane M. Shimon, MaryBeth Horodyski, Randy Deere, et al.. "Certified Athletic Trainers in Our Secondary Schools" Strategies: A Journal for Physical and Sport Educators (2002)
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/jane_shimon/7/