Continuing Education

 

Those who pass the exam are certified, and their certification is retained as long as they meet the continuing education requirements set by the BOC. Continuing education requirements include:

• Completion and reporting of a predetermined number of continuing education units including recertification in CPR at least once in each three-year term
• Adherence to the BOC Standards of Professional Practice
• Submission of annual BOC CEU maintenance fee or payment of NATA annual dues

 

Continuing education requirements are meant to insure that certified athletic trainers stay current in the advancements in athletic training. The purposes of the requirements are that certified athletic trainers continue to:

• Obtain current professional development information
• Explore new knowledge in specific content areas
• Master new athletic training-related skills and techniques
• Expand approaches to effective athletic training
• Further develop professional judgment
• Conduct professional practice in an ethical and appropriate manner

 

The NATA Continuing Education Committee's Virtual Library provides opportunities to earn CEUs online. Click here to visit the Virtual Library.

 

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