Identify organizations relevant to sports medicine professions.

Identification should include the following organizations and the purposes of each:

  • American College of Sports Medicine
  • National Academy of Sports Medicine Association of Allied Health Professions
  • National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA)
  • Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC)
  • National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). 

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What are major professional allied healthcare organizations directly affiliated with sports medicine? What are the benefits of membership?
  • What are major professional allied healthcare organizations indirectly affiliated with sports medicine? What are the benefits of membership?