ALABAMA ATHLETIC TRAINING LICENSURE ACT
 On May 13, 1994 the Governor of Alabama signed a historical bill into law that is known as the Alabama Athletic Training Licensure Act. The Alabama Athletic Training Licensure Act promotes public protection by having qualified persons licensed as athletic trainers, title protection and sets standards known as rules and regulations by which any licensed athletic trainer in the state of Alabama must abide. Prior to this act there was no Alabama statute specifically providing for the regulation and licensure of athletic training. Under present law this act provides for the regulation and licensure of athletic trainers and prescribes certain continuing educational requirements for athletic trainers in the state of Alabama. This act also provides for an athletic trainers' board, powers and duties; provides for a fund and appropriation; and prescribes fines and penalties for violations of this act.
Alabama Athletic Trainers Licensure Act
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Alabama Board of
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Contact the Alabama Board of Athletic Trainers at: |
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Leah Taylor,
Executive Secretary |
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Mailing
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Alabama Board of Athletic
Trainers
Post Office Box 243011
Montgomery, Alabama 36124 |
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Telephone
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334/264-1929 |
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877/271-3399 (Toll Free) |
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Email: |
athletictrainers@bellsouth.net |
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Fax: |
334/262-2663 |
IMPORTANT NOTICE
CONCERNING RENEWAL OF YOUR LICENSE TO PRACTICE
ATHLETIC TRAINING IN THE STATE OF ALABAMA
Following a recent survey of athletic trainers
conducted as part of the Board’s Sunset Review performed by the
Alabama Department of Public Examiners, the Board was advised that
approximately 25% of licensees who responded to the Sunset Review
Committee’s Licensee Survey expressed concerns over the length of
time it took the Board to issue renewal ID cards. Based on this
response, the Board’s legal counsel advised the Board to change the
renewal dates and procedures to expedite the renewal process and
issuance of licensure ID cards to renewing athletic trainers.
The
changes discussed below have been adopted by the Board and are
effective beginning with the upcoming renewal for 2010.
- Your annual
licensure year continues to be January 1 – December 31, and
all licenses EXPIRE on December
31.
The 90-day grace period in Section 34-40-5(b) of the Code of
Alabama does not allow for you to practice with an expired
license; it merely allows for you to submit a renewal
application during that 90-day period without having to reapply
for licensure. As you know, it is illegal to practice athletic
training in the State of Alabama without a license…this includes
an expired license.(Code
of Alabama, Section 34-40-12)
- There is
now an annual renewal year during which your 26 CEUs must be
earned and your application for renewal submitted. That period
is December 1 – November 30.
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During the
first year of implementation licensees will be required to
complete 10/12’s of their normal CEU requirement for the
year. What this means is that for next year’s renewal (2010)
only,
licensees will be required to earn and document 22 CEUs
rather than 26 CEUs.
- The Board will begin accepting
applications for renewal on October 1 for the next year’s
renewal.
- Applications for renewal submitted
with a postmark later than November 30 will be considered late
and assessed a $50 late fee.
- CEUs earned after November 30 for the
next license year will be considered late and subject to late
CEU fees.
We are
confident that our revised renewal schedule will enable the Board to
process renewals and issue ID cards to renewing athletic trainers in
a more efficient manner. Our timeline is listed below:
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October 1 |
Board begins accepting applications for renewal for the next
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November 30 |
Applications for Renewal due for the next year’s renewal
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Early December |
CEU Review Committee reviews applications for renewal
Notices of non-receipt mailed to appropriate licensees
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Mid-December |
ID cards mailed to renewal applicants fulfilling renewal
requirements
As determined by CEU Review Committee |
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Mid-to-late December |
Deficiency letters mailed to renewal applicants failing to
fulfill renewal requirements as determined by CEU Review
Committee |
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January 1 |
Renewal applicants with deficiencies have 90 days to correct
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Please feel free to
call the Board Office if you have questions.
BOARD OFFICE INFORMATION
Leah Taylor,
Executive Secretary
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Mailing
Address |
Alabama Board of Athletic
Trainers
Post Office Box 243011
Montgomery, Alabama 36124 |
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Telephone
No.: |
334/264-1929 |
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877/271-3399 (Toll Free) |
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Email: |
athletictrainers@bellsouth.net |
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Fax: |
334/262-2663 |
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DEFINITION OF A LICENSED ATHLETIC TRAINER
Any person licensed by the Alabama Board of Athletic Trainers as an athletic trainer and who practices athletic training on an athlete under the direction or referral, or both, of a licensed physician after meeting the requirements of the act and rules and regulations. Licensed athletic trainers follow protocols approved jointly by the State Board of Medical Examiners and the Alabama Board of Athletic Trainers.
ALABAMA BOARD OF ATHLETIC TRAINERS
The Alabama Board of Athletic Trainers regulates the profession of athletic training within the state. The Board is composed of nine members; three physicians appointed by the Medical Association of the State of Alabama and six licensed athletic trainers appointed by the Alabama Athletic Trainers' Association.
NATABOC CERTIFIED ATHLETIC TRAINERS
Certified athletic trainers are recognized by the American Medical Association as allied healthcare providers. Through their advanced educational background they are able to provide the utmost professional care possible, early evaluation and treatment of athletic injuries, and proper medical referral. Athletic trainers not only provide quality healthcare but they also educate athletes in prevention of injuries. Therefore the standard for licensure in the state of Alabama is NATABOC certification. This nationally accredited board examination ensures minimum standards for entry level athletic trainers.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
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Required courses in undergraduate studies as outlined by the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) (including health, human anatomy, kinesiology, biomechanics, human physiology, physiology of exercise, basic and advanced athletic training, first aid, and CPR).
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Practical experience under the direct
supervision of a NATABOC certified athletic trainer.
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Baccalaureate degree---accredited
college/university.
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Successful completion of a three part
certification examination (written, oral practical, and
written simulation) as set forth by the National
Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification (NATABOC).
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Continuing Education Units (80 CEU's in a
3 year reporting period --- 80 contact hours)
There are colleges and
universities in Alabama that have approved athletic training
curriculums. These settings provide an environment for
students to learn the fundamentals necessary to become
proficient certified athletic trainers.
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DOMAINS OF ATHLETIC TRAINING
These domains are categorized according to the major tacks comprising the role of the certified athletic trainer. There domains have been identified as those necessary to be effective in functioning as a certified athletic trainer.
- Prevention of athletic injuries/illnesses.
Evaluation and recognition of athletic injuries/illnesses and medical referral.
First Aid and emergency care.
Rehabilitation and reconditioning of athletic injuries.
Organization and administration.
Counseling
- Guidance and education of athletes.
SETTINGS OF EMPLOYMENT FOR ATHLETIC TRAINERS
- Colleges and Universities
High Schools
Sports Medicine Clinics/hospitals
Professional sports
Industrial/Corporate
Fitness centers
- Gyms and clubs.
National Athletic Trainers' Association, as a leader in health care for the physically active, believes that the prevention and treatment of injures to student-athletes is a priority. The recognition and treatment of injures to student-athletes must be immediate. The medical delivery system for injured student-athletes needs a coordinator within the local school community who will facilitate the prevention, recognition, treatment and reconditioning of sports related injuries. Therefore, it is the position of the National Athletic Trainers' Association that all high schools should provide the services of a certified athletic trainer (ATC) to student athletes.
As a qualified health care professional, understanding the nature, severity and management of injures properly prepares the licensed athletic trainer in effective communication and guidance between both parents and coaches.
The presence of a licensed athletic trainer serves as a worth beyond the cost to a school, coach, parents and above all athletes. Athletic trainers have a responsibility to provide expert care and management of sports injuries to all those involved. This responsibility can help reduce the possibility of complications of even the most minor of injuries.
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