NATA Fellow status recognizes members of the association who have demonstrated outstanding professional scholarly achievement in combination with service to the profession. Only the most accomplished scholars in the athletic training profession earn this honor and distinction, and are allowed to use the prestigious designation of "FNATA".
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Eligibility
At a minimum, Fellows candidates need to clearly demonstrate in their application materials having met the following requirements:
- NATA member in good standing.
- 10 years BOC certification.
- 10 years membership in NATA.
- Have held a terminal degree for ten or more years.
- Sustained involvement in the dissemination of research through free communications and / or general program presentations at NATA annual meetings during the 10 years preceding application.
- Demonstrated development and leadership of a research agenda, extending beyond serving as a contributor, resulting in the scholarly dissemination of work resulting in noteworthy impact on the Athletic Training profession.
*Members may not apply for Fellows status while serving on the NATA Board of Directors.