Welcome to the Board of Athletic Training Website
Definition of Athletic Training from the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA)
Athletic training is practiced by Athletic Trainers, healthcare professionals who collaborate with physicians to optimize activity and participation of patients and clients. Athletic training encompasses the prevention, diagnosis and intervention of emergency, acute and chronic medical conditions involving impairment, functional limitations and disabilities.
Typical patients and clients served by Athletic Trainers include:
- Olympic, professional, amateur and recreational athletes
- Individuals who have suffered musculoskeletal injuries
- Individuals seeking strength, conditioning, fitness and performance enhancement
- Others delegated by a physician
The Athletic Training Board
The Arizona Board of Athletic Training was established by the Arizona Legislature in 2000 to regulate this profession. As such, the Board issues and renews licenses for the athletic training profession based on the applicant meeting established standards of experience and competency. The Board also receives, investigates, and resolves complaints taking necessary disciplinary action if appropriate. Finally, the Board responds to inquiries from consumers as to the license status of individual athletic training professionals. This website is designed to assist consumers and professionals in obtaining information in an easy, accessible manner.
THE BOARD MEMBERS
D. Scott Linaker, MS, L/AT, ATC, Chair
Laurie McKensie White, MS, ATC, AT/L, Vice-Chair
Michael Nesbitt, ATC, Member
Michael Vaughn, Public Member
Vacant, Public Member
Board Staff
Wendy H. Hammon, Executive Director
Christie Van Wormer, Administrative Assistant
