Athletic Trainer / New Hampshire
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New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire data shows for Athletic Trainers

To practice as an athletic trainer in New Hampshire, the state licensing board requires 2,500 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 New Hampshire's professional licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Masters Degree".

Budget $50 to get started, plus $50 at each renewal 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

C
Licensing Ease Score
57/100
Athletic Trainer · New Hampshire

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
2,500 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee A+
$50
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden A-
$25/yr
$50 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 New Hampshire

Education / Training Hours
Masters Degree
2,500 hours
Exam Requirement
BOC Examination
Required
Initial License Fee
$50
Renewal Fee
$50
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 New Hampshire licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Athletic Trainer in New Hampshire? ▼
In New Hampshire, the license path calls for 2500 education/training hours, a passing score on BOC Examination, and a $50 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as an Athletic Trainer in New Hampshire? ▼
New Hampshire licenses athletic trainers who complete its requirements (2500 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the New Hampshire licensing board.
Can I transfer my Athletic Trainer license to New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does New Hampshire require a background check for Athletic Trainer licensing? ▼
Yes, New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire? ▼
New Hampshire ties continued athletic trainer licensure to 50 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $50 renewal fee.

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What to do with this athletic trainer license

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

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

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