Background Screening and New Renewal Requirements for Athletic Trainers

The Florida Board of Athletic Trainers, in partnership with the Athletic Trainers Association of Florida (ATAF), invites practitioners to join a webinar series to review important upcoming changes affecting athletic trainers ahead of the September 30, 2026, renewal cycle.

This session will outline new background screening requirements and updated renewal expectations under House Bill 975 (2024), offering practical guidance for practitioners to support compliance. Staff will provide an overview of the mandates, clarify compliance expectations, address questions, and assist practitioners in preparing for a smooth transition as the new processes take effect.

Event Details

  • Dates: June 3, 2026
  • Time 12:00 PM (EST)
  • Format: Virtual Microsoft Teams
  • Join Link: ATAF Webinar

Scheduled Replay Dates on July 8th and August 26th at 12:00 PM (EST).

All athletic training practitioners, educators, and stakeholders are encouraged to view the recording, and colleagues who may benefit from the information are welcome to do the same.

Additional resources on background screening requirements are available to help practitioners stay informed and prepared for the upcoming changes.

Background Screening Fact Sheet

The Board of Athletic Training will also participate in the 2026 ATAF Clinical Symposium, taking place July 10-12, 2026, and looks forward to connecting with attendees here.

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Background Screening and New Renewal Requirements for Athletic Trainers

The Florida Board of Athletic Trainers, in partnership with the Athletic Trainers Association of Florida (ATAF), invites practitioners to join a webinar series to review important upcoming changes affecting athletic trainers ahead of the September 30, 2026, renewal cycle.

This session will outline new background screening requirements and updated renewal expectations under House Bill 975 (2024), offering practical guidance for practitioners to support compliance. Staff will provide an overview of the mandates, clarify compliance expectations, address questions, and assist practitioners in preparing for a smooth transition as the new processes take effect.

Event Details

  • Dates: June 3, 2026
  • Time 12:00 PM (EST)
  • Format: Virtual Microsoft Teams
  • Join Link: ATAF Webinar

Scheduled Replay Dates on July 8th and August 26th at 12:00 PM (EST).

All athletic training practitioners, educators, and stakeholders are encouraged to view the recording, and colleagues who may benefit from the information are welcome to do the same.

Additional resources on background screening requirements are available to help practitioners stay informed and prepared for the upcoming changes.

Background Screening Fact Sheet

The Board of Athletic Training will also participate in the 2026 ATAF Clinical Symposium, taking place July 10-12, 2026, and looks forward to connecting with attendees here.