STUDENT
Conference


Your Future in Athletic Training Starts Here

If you're a student pursuing a career in athletic training, this is your chance to go beyond the classroom and show what you’re made of. Come to Atlantic City for a high-impact, student-focused program that’s all about leveling up your skills, confidence, and connections.

You’ll witness (perhaps even participate) in the Student Quiz Bowl, sharpen your resume game in interview prep workshops, and get hands-on with real-world clinical learning. You’ll have the chance to present your research, meet leaders in our field, and more.

Whether you're looking to make an impression, find a mentor, or just see how you stack up, this is the room you have to be in.

 

 

Student Case Report Submissions Due January 2, 2026

Students are invited to submit case reports for inclusion in this year’s conference program. Selected posters will be featured in Atlantic City. Participants will be notified of their status by January 23, 2026. The top three case reports will be recognized at the conference, with the top invited to present.

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Need Convincing - Here's a Sample of the Program

Career Prep, Real Talk: A Session with Casey Christy

Ready to sharpen your edge in the job market? Join Casey Christy, DAT, ATC, CSCS—a longtime secondary school athletic trainer, educator, and former ATSNJ president—for an engaging, no-fluff session on building your career in athletic training.

With over 30 years of experience and a track record of leadership and mentorship, Casey will walk you through what employers want, how to stand out, and how to grow as both a clinician and a professional. Expect practical advice, honest insights, and a chance to ask your own questions in a highly interactive setting designed to help you move forward with purpose.

 

Real-World Insight: Managing Diabetes in the Physically Active Patient
 

Aiden Prybicien brings a firsthand perspective to this session on managing Type 1 Diabetes in athletic settings. As both a future athletic trainer and someone living with the condition, he offers real-world insight into balancing care and performance.

He’ll be joined by his father, Michael Prybicien—ATSNJ Hall of Famer and past president—for a practical, engaging look at supporting diabetic athletes. Together, they’ll share what every future AT needs to know about recognizing and responding to chronic conditions on and off the field.

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