The NATA-Cast

Where You AT: Collaborating to Promote Athletic Training

September 20, 2023 Season 4 Episode 1
The NATA-Cast
Where You AT: Collaborating to Promote Athletic Training
Show Notes

Join us for this premiere episode of the special series "Where You AT? Athletic Training Around the Globe." hosted by James Gardiner, MSc., CAT(C), CSCS who is also the host of the official podcast of WFATT, "Let’s chAT: An Athletic Therapy Podcast."

Gardiner sits down with three influential figures in the quest to globalize the athletic training profession. This episode features:

  • Matt Kutz, PhD, ATC, CSCS, representing the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA)
  • Rusty McKune, MS, ATC, representing The Board of Certification for the athletic trainer (BOC)
  • Alvaro Garcia-Romero, PhD, PT, representing The Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE)

This discussion will unravel the unique roles and contributions of NATA, BOC and CAATE, shedding light on how they collaborate to advance the athletic training profession on a global scale. Join us as we explore the distinct missions and responsibilities of each organization and how they collectively work toward maintaining high standards, ensuring competence and fostering excellence in the world of athletic training.

Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the synergy between these organizations and discover how their collaborative efforts are shaping future athletic trainers worldwide.

“Where You AT? Athletic Training Around the Globe” is a series in which we dive deeper into the role of the NATA International Committee and their dedication to globalizing the profession of athletic training.

RESOURCES:

Contact info for all guests:
Matt Kutz, PhD, ATC, CSCS- mkutz@fiu.edu
Rusty McKune, MS, ATC - rmckune@nebraskamed.com 
Alvaro Garcia-Romero - agromero@ucjc.edu

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