Ep 29. To The Bone: Athletic Training Salary Survey with Chad Starkey

Shelby sits down with Chad Starkey to talk about Athletic Training salary surveys. He is currently working with his colleagues Cailee Welch Bacon and Julie Cavallario to gather and analyze data from NATA Athletic Training job postings. They have successfully completed one year of tracking trends and averages in the athletic training job market. Additionally, we explore various factors that contribute to accurately capturing an athletic trainer’s value through compensation.athletictrainingdata.comWe explore trends in compensation, the impact of education and job titles on salaries, and the challenges athletic trainers face in negotiating their pay. The discussion also touches on gender disparities in salaries and the role of the NATA in providing salary data and resources. The conversation concludes with reflections on the future of athletic training salaries and the potential impact of name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals in collegiate sports. In this conversation, Shelby Daly and Chad Starkey delve into the evolving landscape of athletic training, discussing the implications of increased athlete sponsorships, the importance of liability insurance, and the need for standardization in valuing athletic trainers. They explore the role of athletic trainers in injury prevention, the complexities of return on investment for schools, and the future of athletic training practices. The discussion emphasizes the importance of data collection and engagement within the profession to enhance the value and recognition of athletic trainers.