Athletic Trainer / New York
2026 data New York board official source

New York Athletic Trainer License Requirements

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher.

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 New York data shows for Athletic Trainers

New York's path to athletic trainer licensure runs through 3,089 hours of approved instruction and a passing score on BOC Examination, plus a criminal history screening before applicants younger than 18 can be licensed. New York folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Masters Degree".

Upfront cost is $168, with renewal running $138 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.

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

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
36/100
Athletic Trainer · New York

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
3,089 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$168
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden D
$69/yr
$138 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 York

Education / Training Hours
Masters Degree
3,089 hours
Exam Requirement
BOC Examination
Required
Initial License Fee
$168
Renewal Fee
$138
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
50 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years

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Compare all states for Athletic Trainer All New York licenses
Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with New York licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Athletic Trainer in New York? ▼
In New York, the license path calls for 3089 education/training hours, a passing score on BOC Examination, and a $168 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as an Athletic Trainer in New York? ▼
To become a licensed athletic trainer in New York, you must meet the state's requirements including 3089 hours of education. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the New York licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Athletic Trainer license to New York 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 York licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does New York require a background check for Athletic Trainer licensing? ▼
Yes, New York 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 York? ▼
To stay licensed as an athletic trainer in New York, plan on 50 hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle; renewal itself runs $138.

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What to do with this athletic trainer license

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

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

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