Athletic Trainer / District of Columbia
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District of Columbia Athletic Trainer License Requirements

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Requirements, fees, and renewal timing for this license, sourced from state board records.

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Prevents and treats injuries for athletes. Requires BOC examination.

What the District of Columbia data shows for Athletic Trainers

To practice as an athletic trainer in District of Columbia, the state licensing board requires 3,073 documented education or training hours, a passing score on BOC Examination. A criminal history background check is also part of the application. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. The regulation sits under District of Columbia's professional licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Masters Degree".

Budget $165 to get started, plus $136 at each renewal on a 2-year cycle. Renewal isn't the end of the cost: 50 hours of continuing education are due every 2-year cycle, a recurring time commitment worth planning for.

Reciprocity for this profession works like this: Athletic Training Compact: adoption underway.

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
36/100
Athletic Trainer · District of Columbia

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training F
3,073 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$165
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden D
$68/yr
$136 every 2 years
Continuing Education F
25.0 hrs/yr
50 hours every 2 years
Experience Required A+
None required
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in District of Columbia

Education / Training Hours
Masters Degree
3,073 hours
Exam Requirement
BOC Examination
Required
Initial License Fee
$165
Renewal Fee
$136
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
50 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with District of Columbia licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Athletic Trainer in District of Columbia? ▼
District of Columbia's requirements cover 3073 hours of education or training, the BOC Examination exam, and an initial fee of $165. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as an Athletic Trainer in District of Columbia? ▼
To become a licensed athletic trainer in District of Columbia, you must meet the state's requirements including 3073 hours of education. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the District of Columbia licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Athletic Trainer license to District of Columbia from another state? ▼
Athletic Trainer licenses generally reciprocate as follows: Athletic Training Compact: adoption underway. Interstate licensing compacts cover many professions and can further ease a move between states. The District of Columbia licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does District of Columbia require a background check for Athletic Trainer licensing? ▼
Yes, District of Columbia requires a criminal background check as part of the athletic trainer licensing process. Disqualifying offenses and review criteria are determined by the state licensing board.
What are the continuing education requirements for Athletic Trainer in District of Columbia? ▼
To stay licensed as an athletic trainer in District of Columbia, plan on 50 hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle; renewal itself runs $136.

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What to do with this athletic trainer license

Athletic Trainer in District of Columbia, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in an athletic trainer-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how District of Columbia's athletic trainer requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Athletic Trainer in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state athletic trainer license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how District of Columbia's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. District of Columbia overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the District of Columbia licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

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