Athletic Trainer / Michigan
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Michigan Athletic Trainer License Requirements

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Official regulator records behind the requirements, fees, and renewal cycle for this license.

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Prevents and treats injuries for athletes. Requires BOC examination.

What the Michigan data shows for Athletic Trainers

Michigan's path to athletic trainer licensure runs through 2,973 hours of approved instruction and a passing score on BOC Examination, plus a criminal history screening before applicants younger than 18 can be licensed. Michigan folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Masters Degree".

Upfront cost is $145, with renewal running $121 on a 2-year cycle. Maintaining the license requires 50 hours of continuing education per 2-year cycle, an ongoing cost applicants often underestimate when budgeting the career.

For athletic trainers, the reciprocity picture is: Athletic Training Compact: adoption underway.

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
39/100
Athletic Trainer · Michigan

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
2,973 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$145
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden D
$61/yr
$121 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 Michigan

Education / Training Hours
Masters Degree
2,973 hours
Exam Requirement
BOC Examination
Required
Initial License Fee
$145
Renewal Fee
$121
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 Michigan licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Athletic Trainer in Michigan? ▼
In Michigan, the license path calls for 2973 education/training hours, a passing score on BOC Examination, and a $145 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as an Athletic Trainer in Michigan? ▼
To become a licensed athletic trainer in Michigan, you must meet the state's requirements including 2973 hours of education. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Michigan licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Athletic Trainer license to Michigan from another state? ▼
Here's how reciprocity typically plays out for athletic trainers: Athletic Training Compact: adoption underway. Many occupations are additionally covered by interstate licensing compacts that ease cross-state moves. Check with the Michigan licensing board for how this applies to you.
Does Michigan require a background check for Athletic Trainer licensing? ▼
Yes, Michigan 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 Michigan? ▼
Licensed athletic trainers in Michigan must complete 50 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $121.

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What to do with this athletic trainer license

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

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

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