The Arizona State Board of Athletic Training has received multiple reports of fraudulent schemes targeting athletic trainers and other professionals, some by email and some by phone.
The scam emails falsely inform athletic trainers that they are under investigation by the Board for illegal drug trafficking and are facing an immediate suspension of their license. The message instructs the trainers that to avoid the suspension, they need to follow specific instructions.
Other licensed professionals have received scam phone calls, with the caller's phone number sometimes appearing on Caller ID as the licensing board's main phone number.
Please note that the Board provides initial, mailed written notification of investigations, not a phone call or threatening email.
If you receive a suspicious phone call, please hang up and call or message the Board directly.
Athletic Trainers that receive suspicious emails or phone calls should also:
** Keep any suspicious emails **
** Write down details like date, time, and what was said, or keep the phone number, if any, of the caller **
ANNOUNCEMENT RE: FINGERPRINTING
By statute, an applicant for original licensure, license renewal, license reinstatement, or temporary licensure must present evidence that they possess a valid fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to title 41, chapter 12, article 3.1.
The Board can only issue a license after an applicant has attested that they possess a valid fingerprint clearance card. Please go to: https://www.azdps.gov/services/public-services-portal/fingerprint-clearance-card if you require additional information on fingerprint clearance cards.
The new licensing system is up and running!
Please contact the Board at [email protected] with any questions or for further information.
If you are a current licensee, please review the instructions under Accessing the Licensee Portal under the Resources tab BEFORE logging into the new licensing system.
To Renew or apply for a License CLICK HERE
Changes in License Distribution 📢
The Board will no longer be mailing out physical copies of licenses to recipients. Instead, license holders can access and download their licenses directly through our online portal. This digital distribution method not only saves resources but also ensures faster access to your licenses whenever needed.
Announcements
Spring Training Announcement
With spring training quickly approaching, it is a good time to remind all individuals of the licensure requirements for Athletic Trainers in the State of Arizona.
Individuals who practice Athletic
Pathways to Licensure
Application for Licensure by Examination
This is the traditional license application type. Use this if you have passed the BOC exam and do not qualify for licensure by universal recognition. (More Info)
Application for Licensure by Universal License Recognition
If you have recently established residency in Arizona AND hold a license in another state (for at least one year), you may qualify for licensure by universal license recognition. With this option, you are not required to submit proof of BOC certification and professional recommendations. (See A.R.S. 32-4302) (Application Information)
Fee Waiver
If your prior year income was below 200% of the Federal poverty level, you may qualify for a fee waiver. (Application)
Military Spouse Applications
A.R.S. 32-4302 also states that a license shall be issued without an examination to a person who is married to an active duty member of the armed forces of the United States and who is accompanying the member to an official permanent change of station to a military installation located in this state. The Arizona Board of Athletic Training doesn't require a jurisprudence exam, so you would apply for licensure by universal recognition, as the requirements are the same.