Athletic trainers have the best seats in the house at sporting events.
They are health professionals who work with athletes from sports teams and organizations to prevent, recognize, treat and rehabilitate sports-related injuries. First, you must complete high school or your GED and pass certain college-preparatory classes, including English, math and science. Then there are two ways you can train to become a certified athletic trainer. Graduate from a four-year college with a bachelor's degree. Attend a NATA-accredited certification program through a college, university or community college.