Choosing a profession can be a daunting task. With the ever-changing world, you can come across an attractive new career every year. To ensure optimal job satisfaction, it is crucial to educate yourself on any attractive prospect before committing. Simple factors like time commitment and salary can make the difference between a satisfied existence and an unhappy one. To satisfy my curiosity and gain a broad understanding of athletic training, I chose to interview my boss, Pete Stevens. Pete is employed by Physiotherapy Associates, a national firm specializing in physical/occupational therapy, athletic training, and fitness/sports training. He has been working there for three years. He is currently the head athletic trainer for the Arizona Rattlers. Pete earned his bachelor's degree in athletic training from Boise State University in Idaho, followed by a bachelor's degree in recreation from Arizona State University. She is currently considering additional training to become a physician assistant. There is a wide range of responsibilities for an athletic trainer, as they can work in many different environments. General duties include assessment/diagnosis, rehabilitation, treatment and prevention of sports injuries and basic medical care. The specialized duties of an athletic trainer at the high school level will be very different from those at the professional level. This is due to a categorical distinction, as at the professional level team funding is much greater than at college or high school. Their duties also vary greatly by sport, as contact/high-intensity team sports typically produce more injuries than single-player sports. Athletic trainers in a clinic or hospital...... middle of paper ...... As for athletic training, it is not surprising that many coaches enjoy their profession, also Pete Stevens. After a season of working with Pete, I have a better understanding of his occupation. Throughout the season I tried to gain as much knowledge and experience as possible. I often ask questions about our professional football operations, his involvement and responsibilities to the organization, which he is always more than willing to take the time to explain. I speak with him regularly about trends in the psychological effects of injuries, as well as injury trends by sport and by position in football. Through his generosity and motivation he demonstrates his knowledge and love for the profession. I have no doubt that these factors have led him to be successful and want the same things for his athletic training interns..