Students/Graduates of a CAATE Accredited Program

In order to attain the BOC certification, an individual must complete an entry-level athletic training education program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) and pass the BOC certification exam.

In order to qualify as a candidate for the BOC certification exam, an individual must meet the following requirements:

• Endorsement of the exam application by the recognized Program Director of the CAATE accredited education program
• Proof of current certification in emergency cardiac care (ECC) or proof of enrollment in an approved ECC course

CATA Certified Athletic Therapists

In July 2005, the BOC and the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA) signed a Mutual Recognition Arrangement. The agreement allows BOC Certified Athletic Trainers and CATA Certified Athletic Therapists to write/take each other’s certification exams. This allows certified individuals’ access to professional requirements for employment in both countries.

In order to qualify as a candidate for the BOC certification exam, a CATA Certified Athletic Therapist must meet the following requirements:

• An official from the CATA office must confirm the individual's certification as an Athletic Therapist by completing the CATA Endorsement Form
• Proof of current certification in emergency cardiac care (ECC) or proof of enrollment in an approved ECC course