SOC 29-9091
Athletic Trainers
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ36/100
Moderate
US Employment
๐ฅ28,950
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$60K
$45K โ $84K
Projected Growth
๐+11.1%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค76/100
High exposure
๐ก Athletic Trainers face a risk score of 36/100 โ 8 points below the national average of 44. With 76/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $60K ($14K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 36/100, Athletic Trainers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like large language model automation of analysis tasks are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 28,950 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in complex clinical judgment in ambiguous presentations and empathetic patient communication and bedside manner to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Athletic Trainers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Large language model automation of analysis tasks
AI coding assistants reducing developer demand
Automated data interpretation and insight generation
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Complex clinical judgment in ambiguous presentations
Empathetic patient communication and bedside manner
Emergency triage requiring rapid human judgment
Hands-on physical examination and procedures
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Conduct an initial assessment of an athlete's injury or illness to provide emergency or continued care and to determine whether they should be referred to physicians for definitive diagnosis and treatment.
Assess and report the progress of recovering athletes to coaches or physicians.
Care for athletic injuries, using physical therapy equipment, techniques, or medication.
Evaluate athletes' readiness to play and provide participation clearances when necessary and warranted.
Perform general administrative tasks, such as keeping records or writing reports.
๐ป Technology Skills
Medical software
Data base user interface and query software
Electronic mail software
Spreadsheet software
Office suite software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Medicine and Dentistry
Customer and Personal Service
Psychology
Therapy and Counseling
English Language
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dentists, All Other Specialists | 13 | $226K | 76% |
| Dentists, General | 24 | $173K | 84% |
| Occupational Therapists | 28 | $98K | 76% |