North Central College Athletic Training Program

Athletic Training staffs are ready to go for the @IHSA_IL 3A Super Sectional championship. We are champions in health care! #NATM2025

Here’s how you can support athletic trainers and show appreciation for everything they do: 1. Say Thank You – A simple “thank you” goes a long way. Take time to recognize the athletic trainers in your life. 2. Spread Awareness – Share posts, stories, and facts about what athletic trainers do to help educate others. 3. Advocate for AT Coverage – Support policies and initiatives that ensure schools, teams, and workplaces have access to qualified athletic trainers. 4. Recognize Their Expertise – Remember, athletic trainers are healthcare professionals, not just “trainers.” They are educated, certified, and crucial to injury prevention and recovery. 5. Support Safe Sports – Advocate for proper safety protocols and resources for athletic trainers at all levels of play, from youth leagues to professional teams. 6. Celebrate Their Work – Nominate an athletic trainer for an award, write a note of appreciation, or even just bring them a coffee to say thanks! Athletic trainers do so much to keep athletes healthy and active — let’s show up for them this month. #NationalAthleticTrainingMonth #NATM2025 #ChampionsInHealthCare

🏆Champions!🏆 @football_ncc earns their third national title in five years with a 41-25 victory over Mount Union at Stagg Bowl LI! #WeAreNC #d3fb

Over the weekend, faculty and students from North Central’s Master of #AthleticTraining Program volunteered at the 2024 @ChiMarathon, utilizing their knowledge and skills to serve as mobile triage medical volunteers. A job well done to all who participated! 💯 📸: @NC_ATP

Whether you’re looking to advance your #business career, develop #leadership skills, excel in your health profession, or be at the forefront of #education, @NCC_GradSchool may be the right fit for you. Apply by 7/22 to join our community of learners! bit.ly/3Y74IR8

The spring-summer issue of #NorthCentralMag is here! Highlights include: 🔴 Redefining Health Sciences Education ⚫️ Finding the Story within the Stream 🔴 Classroom Conversations Read the whole issue on your phone, tablet, or desktop: bit.ly/3zhm7MG.

Our L2s have traveled across the country and all over Illinois! They are completing their summer clinical experiences under the guidance of their dedicated preceptors in a variety of patient care settings this summer semester. #WeAreNC #athletictraining

This is a great article about the amazing work of Adjunct Instructor of Health Sciences & MAT Preceptor Taeopae Wetterman Nalefski (Class of 2015). We’re thankful for all the ways you support the program! #exceedyourpersonalbest @northcentralcol @NCAlumni

Mission BOC: Accomplished ✅ Congratulations to the Class of 2024 for successfully challenging the BOC Exam! We are so proud of them & this incredible achievement! Next up, graduation on Sunday! #WeAreNC #athletictraining #gradschool #athletictrainingstudents #missionBOC #ATC

#Exercisescience major and former @football_ncc player Ben Rabe ’17 accepted a position with the Los Angeles @chargers in the @NFL. As the director of performance analytics, Rabe credits his education with giving him the tools to succeed in his new role: bit.ly/3UaRxwh.

Rucking—walking with a loaded backpack—has been practiced for centuries. Now, it’s a #fitness trend. Marilyn Skarbek, associate professor of #exercisescience, shared her expertise on the benefits of this intensive technique. More in the @ChiHealthMag: bit.ly/3PZqlOt.

From day one, Cardinals are where they belong to discover their purpose. Through a dynamic, immersive education, they become the leader of their future, enabling them to transform their careers & make a difference in the world. Schedule your visit today: bit.ly/3RRFdhZ.

#TBT to the 2024 @ILAthTrainers Education Conference. Our L1s represented the program well! It was an eventful day in which they participated in learning sessions, employer networking, & the College Bowl. We also celebrated L1 Marlena and her IATA Scholarship. #WeAreNC

Being able to celebrate NATM and International Women’s Day together is the BEST! We are so grateful to work side by side with other female ATs and help pave the way for future female ATs. Huge s/o to @NC_ATP for trusting us to teach and guide your L1s! #NATM

@DGSTrainers Thanks for providing clinical experiences for our students!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Happy NATM to Paige! She is a 1st year Masters in Athletic Training student from NCC! She went to Carroll University for her bachelors in exercise science! She is finishing up her rotation at DGS so stop by next week and wish her good luck in her next rotation!

Happy National Athletic Training Month!! We kick off this month by showing off our alma maters! Emily representing @NC_ATP and Abby representing @LindenwoodU. Not pictured Jess, but she represents Lewis Univeristy. #NATM #athletictrainers

Today is the day! Please support Athletic Training at North Central College. We're hoping to meet our goal of 35 donors! To support the Athletic Training Education Program & the Heidi Matthews Fanny Pack Club, visit give.northcentralcollege.edu/impactnc-2024 #ImpactNC2024

Tomorrow is the 9th Annual Day of Giving! There are 2 ways to support AT @ NCC: Donate to the AT Education Program and the Heidi Matthews Fanny Pack Club. Visit give.northcentralcollege.edu/impactnc-2024 to learn more about how to support AT @ NCC! #ImpactNC #DayofGiving

Faculty Profile Friday👨‍🏫 Dr. Scott Ellis is the newest member of the MAT faculty, joining the College in 2023. Dr. Ellis has over 20 years of vast clinical practice experience as an Athletic Trainer, Physical Therapist, & Endurance Coach. #WeAreNC #Athletictraining