Do you know about all of the courses and programs NAIOMT has to offer? NAIOMT is proud to present our Sports Residency Program! The NAIOMT Sports Residency is a unique program designed to facilitate and develop your expertise in working with athletes. In this blog, we’ll cover the basics of our Sports Residency Program and cover some of the questions you may have!
What Can I Expect From the Sports Residency Program?
The NAIOMT Sports Residency is a unique program designed to facilitate and develop your expertise in working with athletes. Our comprehensive program blends didactic coursework, in-person labs, 150+ hours of 1:1 clinical mentoring, and over 200 hours of athletic venue coverage.
Dive into the intricacies of sports physical therapy through engaging didactic sessions, covering advanced topics and contemporary insights in the field. Our in-person labs provide a hands-on, immersive experience, allowing you to apply theoretical knowledge in a practical setting. Experience growth in your clinical skillset with personalized 1:1 clinical mentoring. The program’s mentors are seasoned professionals and experts in the field, offering invaluable guidance as you refine your skills and build confidence in evaluating/treating athletes. Step onto the field with confidence through our extensive athletic venue coverage opportunities, providing you with 200+ hours of exposure to various sports environments. This unique opportunity allows you to work directly with a diverse range of athletes, enhancing your ability to provide efficient and effective screening, evaluation, and/or treatment.
Join us at NAIOMT’s Sports Residency and embark on a journey that goes beyond traditional training. Elevate your career, hone your skills, and make a lasting impact in the dynamic world of sports physical therapy.
When Does The Program Start and When Can I Start My Application?
Our 2025 application window is open! You can complete your application right now on our website. The next cohort of our Sports Residency program begins July 7, 2025. Applications to be a part of this cohort are due by May 1, 2025. But you don’t have to wait to apply! You can view the admission requirements and start your application today!
How Many Hours Does the Program Require?
The residency program consists of a total of 2,000 hours. The program is broken down into educational hours, patient-care hours, one-on-one mentoring hours, and athletic venue coverage hours. Upon completion of the program, residents will have a minimum of 300 educational hours, 1,500 patient-care hours, 150 one-on-one mentoring hours, and 200 athletic venue coverage hours.
Who is the Program Director of the Residency?
Our Sports Residency Program is directed by NAIOMT faculty member, Cassie Young, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT. Cassie Young graduated from Texas Women's University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2016. She went on to pursue her CMPT through NAIOMT in 2017, became a board certified orthopaedic specialist in July of 2022, received her COMT and graduated from the NAIOMT fellowship program in July of 2022.
Cassie has worked in outpatient orthopaedics since 2016. She has also served as the Program Coordinator and clinical faculty for the Baylor Scott & White–Baylor University Orthopaedic Residency in Waco, Texas. She currently serves as associated faculty for Baylor University’s DPT Program in their musculoskeletal coursework.
Do You Have More Questions Before You Apply?
If you have more questions before applying to our program, we're here to help! On our residency program page, you can find frequently asked questions, and residency admission requirements. Don't hesitate to reach out to us through the contact form on our residency page. Whether you have questions about our Sports Residency Program or any of our other programs or courses, we encourage you to get in touch with us!
