YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
Chair:
Jay Dillon, MS, LAT, ATC, CSCS
Mission:
The Young Professionals Committee exists to support the membership of the MATA by providing opportunities for young professionals to become active in community building, continuing education, professional and social networking opportunities within the State of Maryland.
Vision:
The MATA Young Professionals Committee aims to be an educational and socially relevant conduit for Athletic Trainers in the first 12 years of their professional careers. This committee exists to provide current resources and opportunities that will reinforce Young Professional Athletic Trainers both personally and professionally as they navigate the Athletic Training field early in their careers.
Most importantly: let's not forget to have some fun along the way.
Topics of Interest to Young Professional Athletic Trainers Based on years of experience:
0 - 6 Years of Experience
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DEI - How to address the sensitive topics that are brought up in the community and how to be supportive of our patients who are minorities.
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Mental Health & Wellness - How to support your athletes and yourself
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Work/Life Balance - How to address it with our employers, being aware of the culture in different athletic settings.
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The importance of journaling and reflection
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Financial Stability
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Setting Career Goals
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Continuing Education Goals
6 - 12 Years of Experience
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Career satisfaction, advancement, and professional retention
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Setting change
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Practical Clinical Experience
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Emerging Concepts and Practice Settings
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Continuing Education Expertise
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Becoming an expert and Presenting on Topics
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Research opportunities
Contact Us!
Please reach out at any time! We love to hear from you about any ideas you may have to continue supporting the MATA Young Professionals Committee.
MATA Young Professional Chair:
Jay Dillon, MS, LAT, ATC, CSCS
Email:
MATAYoungProfessionals@gmail.com
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MAATA Young Professional Maryland Representative:
Jay Dillon
MATAYoungProfessionals@gmail.com
Resources
MAATA District III Young Professional Committee
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Additional Resources