What ATs Need to Know About Certification and Accreditation

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of NATA-Cast, hosts Mollie Pillman, MS, MBA, CAE, and Katie Scott, MS, ATC, CAE, welcome Brian Conway, LAT, ATC, and Anne Minton, MBA, ICE-CCP, from the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC) to explore how certification processes continue to evolve through changing accreditation standards, new technologies, and a commitment to maintaining best practices. Brian and Anne also provide an update on the Athletic Trainer Compact, including its development, current legislative progress, and what athletic trainers need to know about obtaining compact privileges. The episode covers continuing professional certification resources such as Pathfinder and the new Sync CE platform, while also highlighting broader industry priorities, including workforce recruitment and retention, collaboration across the profession, and the future direction of athletic training.NATA-Cast is produced by Association Briefings. Follow The National Athletic Trainers' Association on social media!FacebookXInstagramLinkedInHave an idea for an episode or series? Send us an email! [email protected]