AT in Alaska

Being an AT in Alaska offers amazing opportunities and challenges, such as moose. Carolynn has served as an AT in Alaska for over twenty years and currently leads the Alaska AT Association.

Carolyn Black AT in Alaska

What is your AT Story?

Carolyn grew up north of Anchorage and wanted to be an industrial arts teacher.

While at the University of Idaho, she took a Care and Prevention of Injuries course.

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Graduated through the internship route

Carolyn came back for a year in Alaska since my mom was retiring and to figure out my next move.

What is a unique aspect of Athletic Training in your state?

I love the people, they are generous and super welcoming.

Living in Sitka I feel like I live in an amazing bubble.

What is a big challenge for Athletic Trainers in Alaska?

Being involved is difficult

Legislation is always a challenge

If you had to pick another state to live and work in which one would it be and why?

Probably somewhere like Arizona.

You're recruiting ATs to work in Alaska…what is your sales pitch?

Pay is competitive

Anchorage is like most big cities

You get to cover all sports

It is a close-knit group of ATs

Scenery is unmatched

Contact us:

Carolyn Black – alaskaata@gmail.comAlaska AT FB – https://www.facebook.com/AlaskaATAssociation

Jeremy – @SportsMedicineBroadcast on IG

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Alaskans Make Great Athletic Trainers Too – 193

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Alaskan Snow

Chris Dean, President of Alaska Athletic Trainer Association, shares experiences of working in Alaska as an Athletic Trainer.

We discuss:
Best and worst parts of working in Alaska;
Unique sports or treatment remedies;
Ways they are improving and promoting Athletic Training in Alaska;
Insider tips on dealing with cold weather;
Polar Bears at Football Practice
Moose Crossings
-60 degree weather

Show Notes 193

Contact Chris: cdean@sportsmedicinefairbanks.com

 

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