Athletic Trainer / Kentucky
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Kentucky Athletic Trainer License Requirements

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What the state board actually requires: fees, renewal cycle, and requirements from official records.

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Prevents and treats injuries for athletes. Requires BOC examination.

What the Kentucky data shows for Athletic Trainers

Kentucky's path to athletic trainer licensure runs through 2,770 hours of approved instruction and a passing score on BOC Examination, plus a criminal history screening before applicants younger than 18 can be licensed. Kentucky folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Masters Degree".

Budget $104 to get started, plus $91 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.

On reciprocity, athletic trainers should know: Athletic Training Compact: adoption underway.

Licensing Requirements in Kentucky

Education / Training Hours
Masters Degree
2,770 hours
Exam Requirement
BOC Examination
Required
Initial License Fee
$104
Renewal Fee
$91
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 Kentucky licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Athletic Trainer in Kentucky? ▼
Kentucky's requirements cover 2770 hours of education or training, the BOC Examination exam, and an initial fee of $104. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as an Athletic Trainer in Kentucky? ▼
To become a licensed athletic trainer in Kentucky, you must meet the state's requirements including 2770 hours of education. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Kentucky licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Athletic Trainer license to Kentucky 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 Kentucky licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does Kentucky require a background check for Athletic Trainer licensing? ▼
Background screening is part of the athletic trainer licensing process in Kentucky. The state licensing board determines which offenses disqualify an applicant and how appeals are handled.
What are the continuing education requirements for Athletic Trainer in Kentucky? ▼
Licensed athletic trainers in Kentucky must complete 50 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $91.

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

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