Sports Medicine

Sports Medicine

Duties and Responsibilities:

Sports medicine therapists are physical therapists who specialize in the treatment and rehabilitation of sport and athletic injuries. These therapists typically have completed graduate-level education in treating and rehabilitating injured athletes. Sports medicine therapists are state-licensed professionals and generally work in clinics, hospitals, or other health care institutions.

Salary:

$82,180

Education:

Education Requirements	Master's Degree in… Sports Medicine Physical Therapy Athletic Training.
Certifications + License	Mandatory License for Physical Therapy Optional Certificate from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)

Demand for this profession:

This profession will increase by 36% for all Physical therapists.

Reflection: Would you like to become one? Why? Why not?

Yes i would like to become one. For me i do like sports and i believe it will be a great experience to help others get back on their feet.