Requirements | Frequently Asked Questions
Requirements
Licensed athletic trainers must complete and maintain proof of 50 hours of continuing education (CE) every two years to maintain their license. Review WAC 246-916-060 to ensure compliance with CE regulations.
Suicide Prevention Training
Athletic trainers are now required to complete a one-time six-hour suicide prevention training course. These six hours will count towards the first 50 hours of CE that an applicant must complete following initial licensure.
The Department of Health has authorized suicide prevention training programs for healthcare providers. This is the result of several pieces of legislation over the past several years aimed at helping providers identify, manage, and refer patients at risk for suicide.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I know when my continuing education hours are due?
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You'll receive a notice on your renewal card when you're required to report continuing education hours. In addition, your due date is listed on Provider Credential Search. You must attest to meeting the requirements of WAC 246-916-060 every two years when you renew your credential.
- How do I attest to completing my continuing education hours?
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You must attest to meeting the requirements of WAC 246-916-060 every two years when you renew your credential. You may attest online if renewing online or by signature if renewing by mail.
- How do I know what courses are acceptable?
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Acceptable courses must be from the categories listed in WAC 246-916-060. Documentation requirements are listed for each category.
- What happens if I'm audited?
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If you're audited, you'll receive a letter from the Department of Health. You must send documentation of all courses for the two-year continuing education cycle.
- How long do I have to keep proof of my continuing education courses?
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Per WAC 246-12 Part 7, you must keep documentation for four years.
- Do I have to complete health equity training as part of my continuing education?
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Effective January 1, 2024, you are required to complete one hour of health equity CE every two years. The goal of health equity continuing education is to equip health care workers with the skills to recognize and address health inequities in their daily work. This one hour may be counted towards your CE requirements. Free training options and other information is on our health equity continuing education webpage.