24.118.501    APPLICATIONS

(1) A completed application must include the following:

(a) transcripts sent directly from the educational institution documenting that the applicant has received at least a baccalaureate degree from a postsecondary institution that meets the academic standards for athletic trainers established by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (BOC);

(b) proof of the applicant's current certification from the BOC;

(c) letters of recommendation from at least two clinical supervisors familiar with the applicant's clinical training;

(d) license verifications sent directly from all states where the applicant holds or has held a license in any professional capacity;

(e) proof of the applicant's current Health Care Provider Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification;

(f) the appropriate fee; and

(g) additional documentation the board may require to show no criminal conviction or disciplinary action against the applicant per 37-36-201, MCA.

(2) The board may issue a temporary license to an applicant who qualifies under 37-36-201(2), MCA.

(3) A temporary license is valid after the date of issuance for 90 days or until the board acts on the person's license application, whichever is earlier.

(4) Applications not completed within one year of submission will expire and a new application and fee will be required.

History: 37-1-131, 37-36-102, MCA; IMP, 37-1-131, 37-36-201, MCA; NEW, 2012 MAR p. 2378, Eff. 11/24/12.