Prepping for the BOC Exam: How Soon is Too Soon?
We get tons of questions from athletic training students about when to start preparing for the Board of Certification (BOC) exam. In most years, we…
So, you failed the BOC exam. Now what?
Maybe you felt confident walking into the exam room. Or maybe you knew your chances were slim. Either way, you failed the BOC exam. Let's talk about h…
How to Avoid Test Anxiety on BOC Exam Day
Let’s talk about how to avoid test anxiety on the day you take the BOC exam. I want to make clear that there are numerous…
Priorities Matter: A Smarter Way to Focus Your BOC Exam Study Plan
You should have a laser-focused game plan for how you prepare for the BOC exam.
Make the Most of the 2025 NATA Clinical Symposia & AT Expo
Attending the 2025 NATA Clinical Symposia & AT Expo is more than just a professional association event and easy way to get your CEUs—it’s a…
The Price Athletic Trainers Who ‘Cope Well’ Pay
I talk to a lot of athletic trainers every week. Often, I see athletic trainers dealing with really tough situations that go on for months…
Gift Ideas For Athletic Trainers & Students – 23 Ideas For All Budgets
If you have a special someone who is an athletic training student or athletic trainer, you’re in luck! There’s never a shortage of gift ideas.…
How Athletic Trainers can Prioritize Health & Exercise with a Busy Schedule
Lack of time is a challenge that many athletic trainers face. All of us want more hours in the day – be it for family…
The Importance of having a Mental Health EAP
The National Institute of Mental Health estimates one-fifth of all Americans have a mental illness (AMI), which it defines as “any mental, behavioral, or emotional…
How Athletic Trainers Can Support Athletes’ Mental Health
It’s becoming more and more common to talk about mental health in sports. The world is slowly realizing that depression and anxiety can affect anybody,…