Athletic trainers' facilitators of professional commitment in the collegiate setting
Christianne M Eason1, Stephanie M Mazerolle, William A Pitney
1Department of Kinesiology, Athletic Training Program, University of Connecticut, Storrs;
Journal of Athletic Training
|March 12, 2015
Summary
Collegiate athletic trainers demonstrate professional commitment through dedication to their roles and student-athletes. Coworker support significantly enhances this commitment in the athletic training profession.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Athletic Training
- Higher Education Professionals
Background:
- Professional commitment is crucial for athletic trainers (ATs), with factors like responsibility and respect supporting it in high school settings.
- Existing research on ATs' professional commitment is limited to the high school environment.
- The complexities of the occupational setting can impact perceptions of professional commitment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate and extend the understanding of professional commitment among athletic trainers in the collegiate setting.
- To explore factors influencing professional commitment in collegiate athletic training.
Main Methods:
- A qualitative study was conducted with 33 Board of Certification-certified athletic trainers (ATs) from NCAA Divisions I, II, and III.
- Participants had an average of 10 years of clinical experience.
- Data were collected through online journaling and analyzed using a general inductive approach, incorporating multiple-analyst triangulation and peer review for credibility.
Main Results:
- No significant differences in professional commitment levels were found across NCAA divisions.
- Two primary themes emerged: professional responsibility and coworker support.
- Professional responsibility encompassed dedication to advancing the profession, job duties, student-athletes, and education.
Conclusions:
- Collegiate athletic trainers exhibit commitment driven by a desire to advance the profession and support student-athletes.
- Perceived coworker support is a key factor in maintaining professional commitment for athletic trainers.
- Findings highlight the importance of a supportive professional environment for collegiate athletic trainers.
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