NATA Fellows Program

 

The NATA Fellows program recognizes professional achievement in research and/or education, combined with service to the profession. Only the most accomplished scholars in the athletic training profession earn this distinction and are allowed to use the prestigious designation of “FNATA.”

 

By applying for and gaining Fellows status, NATA members pledge their continued commitment to the athletic training profession and the NATA.



View NATA’s 2009 of Fellows


View NATA’s Inaugural Class of Fellows





Requirements


NATA Fellows candidates must:


  • Be certified members of the NATA for 10 consecutive years at the time of application;

  • Have earned a diploma at least five years prior, from an accredited college/university with a Doctor of Philosophy, Doctor of Education, Doctor of Arts or Doctor of Medicine, Osteopathy, Dentistry or Podiatry, or an equivalent degree;

  • Not be a current member of the NATA Board of Directors, the Foundation Board of Directors or the Fellows Committee.




Application


To become a candidate for NATA Fellow status, athletic trainers must send a completed submission packet, including:


  • Application

  • Curriculum vitae with evidence of outstanding research or education contributions and outstanding service to the NATA and/or the Foundation;

  • Two letters of recommendation, both from certified NATA members who have earned a PhD, EdD, DA, MD, DO or equivalent degree; Members of the Fellows Committee may not write letters in support of candidates.

  • Non-refundable, one-time $50 application fee (If paying by credit card, your card will be charged on December 1 and a receipt will be mailed to you.)




Deadlines


The Fellows Committee has established the following timeline:


  • Aug. 1 - Dec. 1: Accepting application packets for Fellows status.

  • Dec. 1: All materials must be received by the NATA national office.

  • Dec.1 - Jan. 15: Peer review by Fellows Committee

  • February: Committee recommendations submitted to NATA Board for approval

  • March: Successful candidates are notified of their acceptance as an NATA Fellow

  • June: New Fellows are inducted