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Occupational Summary for Athletic Trainers (29-9091)
Oregon Statewide

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Description: Evaluate, advise, and treat athletes to assist recovery from injury, avoid injury, or maintain peak physical fitness.
Employment Projections
Region Employment Projected Annual Openings
2008 2018 Growth Replacement Total
Oregon Statewide 140 161 2 5 7
Current Job Openings
There are no openings for this occupation.
Wages
Region ----- 2010 Wages -----
Avg
Annual
Middle Range
Oregon Statewide $50,871 $35,289 - 51,893
Industries of Employment
private sector only
Industry 2008
Employment
Total, All Industries 140
Health Care and Social Assistance 56
Educational Services 28
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation 24
Occupations with Similar Skills
Occupation Skill Overlap
Statewide Employment Analysis
2008 employment is estimated to be somewhat smaller than the regional average. This occupation is expected to grow at a somewhat faster rate than the regional average. Total job openings are projected to be somewhat lower than the regional average.

Limited employment opportunities exist for trained workers.

Educational Requirements
Workers must have a bachelor's degree to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with a master's degree have a competitive advantage in this labor market.