Athletic Training At UNC Health Blue Ridge

UNC Blue Ridge believes in the importance of providing quality healthcare to the student athletes of Burke County and works closely with Burke County Public Schools four high schools as well NC School of Science and Math – Morganton to provided Certified Athletic Trainers at each of the four high schools and North Carolina School of Science and Math Morganton. Athletic trainers are licensed and certified allied healthcare professionals specialized in the evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports injuries and conditions.

By working with our ATCs, everyone involved in the continuum of care of student athletes, from physicians to coaches to administrators and parents, can feel confident that a professional is caring for the health and safety of the student athletes. Having a licensed AT available for emergency situations ensures athletes receive the highest standards of care when they need it.