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Role strain in collegiate athletic training approved clinical instructors
Jolene M Henning1, Thomas G Weidner
1Department of Exercise and Sport Science, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, NC 27402, USA. Jmhenni2@uncg.edu
Journal of Athletic Training
|June 5, 2008
Summary
Certified athletic trainers serving as Approved Clinical Instructors (ACIs) experience significant role strain due to balancing multiple responsibilities. Inadequate training and role overload contribute to this strain, necessitating interventions to support these professionals.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Athletic Training Education
- Occupational Health
Background:
- Certified athletic trainers (ACIs) in collegiate settings manage diverse roles, including patient care, administration, and clinical education.
- The impact of these multifaceted responsibilities on ACIs' role strain remains under-examined.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence and contributing factors of role strain among collegiate Approved Clinical Instructors (ACIs).
- To identify specific demographic and experiential factors associated with role strain in this population.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional survey design was employed.
- A geographically stratified random sample of 118 ACIs from NCAA Division I, II, and III institutions participated.
- The Athletic Training ACI Role Strain Inventory was utilized to measure role strain and related factors.
Main Results:
- Nearly half (49%) of ACIs reported moderate to high role strain, with Role Overload being the primary contributor.
- Graduate assistant athletic trainers and female ACIs reported higher role incompetence.
- Inadequate ACI training was significantly associated with increased role strain.
Conclusions:
- Collegiate ACIs experience substantial role strain from balancing clinical, educational, and administrative duties.
- Addressing role overload and improving ACI training are crucial for mitigating strain.
- Further strategies to support ACIs in their demanding roles are warranted.
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