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MAKE AN IMPACT. GET INVOLVED.

The NCATA is powered by volunteers who are passionate about advancing the athletic training profession across North Carolina. Whether you're interested in advocacy, professional development, community outreach, or supporting your fellow athletic trainers, there's a place for you to contribute.

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You don't have to have previous leadership or volunteer experience to make a difference. We welcome fresh perspectives, new ideas, and members who are looking for meaningful ways to get involved.

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Explore the opportunities below and find your place on the NCATA team!

Get Involved: NCATA Volunteer Opportunities

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1. Settings Committee Chair / Co-Chair

 

About the Role

Help ensure that every athletic training practice setting in North Carolina has a voice within the NCATA. The Settings Committee works to identify setting-specific needs, elevate important issues, and support athletic trainers across diverse professional environments.

 

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and direction for the Settings Committee and its subcommittees

  • Coordinate meetings, establish agendas, and facilitate communication among committee members.

  • Help identify and bring forward current topics, challenges, and opportunities affecting athletic trainers across practice settings.

  • Ensure meeting minutes and updates are maintained and shared with NCATA leadership.

 

Time Commitment

  • Committee meetings every other month.

  • Coordination with subcommittee chairs, which meet during alternating month

  • Additional meetings as needed.

  • Additional time for individual projects will vary.

 

Experience

Previous committee leadership experience is preferred. Familiarity with the various athletic training practice settings in North Carolina and strong communication skills are important.

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Contact: Jon Schner | jschner@ncisaa.org

 

Application of interest, resume, letter of recommendation, and NATA membership number required.

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2. Program Development Committee Member

 

About the Role

Help shape the educational experience at the NCATA's annual spring symposium! Program Development Committee members play an important role in creating engaging, relevant, and high-quality programming for athletic trainers across North Carolina.

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Responsibilities

  • Review and vote on educational session proposals.

  • Help develop the symposium schedule and identify gaps in programming.

  • Contribute creative ideas for educational sessions and professional development.

  • Support student programming initiatives.

  • Assist with on-site symposium activities as schedules allow.

 

Time Commitment

  • Approximately one-hour virtual meeting each month from August through February.

  • Attendance at the spring symposium is encouraged, as schedules allow.

 

Experience
No previous committee or volunteer experience is required. Creative thinkers and individuals interested in professional education are encouraged to participate. Committee members are welcome, but not required, to submit educational proposals.

 

Contact: Erica Thornton | ncatasymposium@gmail.com

 

Letter of interest, resume, and NATA membership number required.

 

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3. OATH Committee Member

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About the Role

Support the NCATA's OATH committee by helping review applications and contribute to the committee's work. This is a great opportunity for athletic trainers interested in giving back through a manageable, flexible volunteer commitment.

 

Responsibilities

  • Participate in virtual committee meetings.

  • Review and evaluate application submissions.

  • Assist with meeting documentation and note-taking.

  • Contribute to committee discussions and activities.

 

Time Commitment

  • One meeting per month

  • Additional time for individual projects and events will vary.

 

Experience
Must currently be working as an athletic trainer. No previous volunteer or committee experience is required.

 

Contact: Briana Lawry-Popelka | blawry-popelka@hpcacougars.org

 

Letter of interest, resume, and NATA membership number required.

 

 

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4. Public Relations Committee Volunteer

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About the Role

Help raise awareness of the athletic training profession and strengthen the NCATA's connections throughout North Carolina. Public Relations volunteers help share the value of athletic trainers with healthcare professionals, educators, athletes, community stakeholders, and the public.

 

Responsibilities

  • Participate in public speaking opportunities and community outreach.

  • Represent the NCATA at events and professional gatherings.

  • Build relationships with stakeholders across healthcare, education, athletics, and the community.

  • Support educational initiatives that highlight the value and impact of athletic trainers.

  • Help promote the athletic training profession and NCATA activities throughout the state.

 

Time Commitment

  • One approximately 90-minute committee meeting per month.

  • Additional time for individual projects and events will vary.

 

Experience
No previous volunteer experience is required. Individuals who enjoy communication, networking, public engagement, and promoting the athletic training profession are encouraged to participate.

 

Contact: Lindsey Schroeder & Nina Walker | ncatapr@ncata.net

 

Letter of interest, resume, and NATA membership number required.

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