Dustin Tassier, originally of Cedarville, has become a certified athletic trainer from the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer, after completing a nationally accredited athletic training education program in addition to passing the national examination. To retain certification, athletic trainers must demonstrate completion of a specific number of medically related continuing education credits every three years and adhere to the board’s standards of professional practice.

Athletic training encompasses the prevention, diagnosis and intervention of emergency, acute and chronic medical conditions involving impairment, functional limitations, and disabilities. They are educated in preventing, recognizing, managing, and rehabilitating injuries that result from physical activity.