Athletic Trainer / Massachusetts
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Massachusetts Athletic Trainer License Requirements

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State-board requirements, fees, and renewal cycle drawn from official regulator records.

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Prevents and treats injuries for athletes. Requires BOC examination.

What the Massachusetts data shows for Athletic Trainers

To practice as an athletic trainer in Massachusetts, the state licensing board requires 3,135 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 Massachusetts's professional licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Masters Degree".

The initial price tag is $177, and renewal costs $145 every 2 years. The license also carries an ongoing 50-hour continuing-education requirement per 2-year cycle that adds to the true cost of staying licensed.

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

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
35/100
Athletic Trainer · Massachusetts

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
3,135 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$177
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$73/yr
$145 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 Massachusetts

Education / Training Hours
Masters Degree
3,135 hours
Exam Requirement
BOC Examination
Required
Initial License Fee
$177
Renewal Fee
$145
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 Massachusetts licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Athletic Trainer in Massachusetts? ▼
Massachusetts's requirements cover 3135 hours of education or training, the BOC Examination exam, and an initial fee of $177. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as an Athletic Trainer in Massachusetts? ▼
To become a licensed athletic trainer in Massachusetts, you must meet the state's requirements including 3135 hours of education. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Massachusetts licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Athletic Trainer license to Massachusetts from another state? ▼
For athletic trainers, the reciprocity landscape looks like this: Athletic Training Compact: adoption underway. Many professions are also covered by interstate licensing compacts that facilitate portability between states. Contact the Massachusetts licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does Massachusetts require a background check for Athletic Trainer licensing? ▼
Yes, Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts? ▼
Massachusetts ties continued athletic trainer licensure to 50 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $145 renewal fee.

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What to do with this athletic trainer license

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

  • See how Massachusetts'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 Massachusetts's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Massachusetts overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Massachusetts 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.

Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.