Question 1

What’s the EPC doing at the National Level?

Accepted Answer

○ The EPC works to create and gather resources to help early professionals in their transition to practice. This includes: 
■ Addressing issues around transition to practice 
■ Creating opportunities to develop career skills and leadership development 
■ Fostering professional networking and mentorship 
○ Resources can be found on the NATA EPC page

Question 2

How do I get involved with my state/district?

Accepted Answer

○ National Level: 
■ You can find open positions and their application requirements on NATA Gather. 
■ Check out the Volunteer page on the NATA website!

○ District Level: 
■ Keep an eye out for committee openings from our secretary. 
■ If you have a specific committee in mind, reach out to the chair to explore opportunities for involvement, even if no positions are currently available. 
● You can find committee contacts here.

○ State Level:
■ If you can attend your state meetings, consider connecting with the committee leaders in person! 
■ State Committee Pages 
● Alaska  
● Idaho  
● Montana  
● Oregon 
● Washington

Question 3

I just moved to District 10. How can I get involved?

Accepted Answer

○ Make sure you update your address and any other relevant information on the NATA. This will update what District you’re categorized in and place you on the District email list.

○ Reach out to your State

Question 4

I'm looking for a mentor, any ideas?

Accepted Answer

○ NavigATe: D10 Mentorship Initiative

○ An organized mentorship match program within the NWATA, creating a structured connection between veteran and early professional athletic trainers

○ How to join?
    ■ Sign up here: Mentee (ATs certified 0-6 years) || Mentor (ATs certified >5 years)
    ■ Applications are open until Mid-July
    ■ Cohorts run from the start of August to the end of May

○ Join the NATA Gather Early Professionals AT Community. There you can ask your fellow early professionals questions and see what they think about different scenarios/topics.

Question 5

How can I see updates from the EPC?

Accepted Answer

○ Follow us on social media! 
■ Instagram: nata_epc 
■ Facebook: Nata Early Professionals Committee 
■ X: NATA_EPC

Question 6

I’m transitioning out of the EPC. What resources are there?

Accepted Answer

○ The former Young Professionals Committee split into the Early Professionals’ Committee (EPC) and the Career Advancement Committee (CAC). The CAC serves athletic trainers in years 7-12 of certification. You can find their information here: National

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