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The Role of the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board

The Role of the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board. Otterbein College Athletic Training Program. Opening Statements. All I need to do to practice in Ohio is pass the BOC certification exam and become an ATC.

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The Role of the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board

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  1. The Role of the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board Otterbein College Athletic Training Program OTPTAT Board

  2. Opening Statements • All I need to do to practice in Ohio is pass the BOC certification exam and become an ATC. • I’ll be fine as long as I meet the requirements to renew my BOC certification. • There’s no difference between an ATC and an LAT. • My certification is more important than my license. OTPTAT Board

  3. The AT Section of the Ohio OTPTAT Board issues licenses to practice as an athletic trainer in the State of Ohio. The BOC certifies individuals as ATC’s to people who meet their requirements for certification. Certification vs. Licensure OTPTAT Board

  4. Certification vs. Licensure • You MUST hold a valid license issued by the AT Section of the Ohio OTPTAT Board to legally practice athletic training in the State of Ohio. • Certification  Licensure OTPTAT Board

  5. Ohio Revised Code Requirements • R.C. 4755.60 (B) states: “Athletic trainer" means a person who meets the qualifications…for licensure and who is employed by an educational institution, professional or amateur organization, athletic facility, or health care facility to practice athletic training.  • R.C. 4755.62 states: “No person claim to the public to be an athletic trainer…or otherwise engage in the practice of athletic training, unless the person is licensed as an athletic trainer pursuant to this chapter.” OTPTAT Board

  6. Licensure vs. Certification • Although you need a state license to practice, as part of the initial application process, you will need to apply for BOC certification to take the BOC Certification Exam. • Upon passing the BOC Exam, you will receive certification and may call yourself an ATC. This does not mean you can legally practice in Ohio without a license. OTPTAT Board

  7. Licensure • If you practice with BOC Certification, but not Ohio licensure, you will be disciplined for practicing athletic training without a license!! OTPTAT Board

  8. Licensure vs. Certification • Once you receive your license to practice in Ohio, BOC certification is not required to renew your license to practice. OTPTAT Board

  9. OTPTAT v. BOC v. OATAThe Alphabet Soup of the Profession • OTPTAT is your state regulatory agency. It licenses individuals and enforces the practice act. • BOC is a certification entity. Certification allows a practitioner to use the credentials ATC. It is not mandatory that you hold certification. OTPTAT Board

  10. OTPTAT v. NBCOT v. OATA • OATA is the state professional association. Along with the NATA, it advocates on the state/federal level for the profession. • The professional association  the licensing board. • State licensure does not require OATA membership. OTPTAT Board

  11. Mission of the AT Section The Mission of the AT Section is to Protect the Public, NOT the Licensee OTPTAT Board

  12. Composition of the Board • Joint Board consisting of an Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Section • Total of 8 full-time staff • AT Section has 5 Section members OTPTAT Board

  13. Board Members (Term Expires) • Kurt McClurg, AT, Bowling Green (8/27/07) • AT Section Chair • Jody Benda, AT, Ada (8/27/08) • OT Section Secretary • Thomas Best, MD, Columbus (8/27/07) • Paul Miller, AT, Lewis Center (8/27/08) • Vince O’Brien, AT, Columbus (8/27/09) OTPTAT Board

  14. OTPTAT Board Info • Staff: 2 Administrative Staff, 3 Investigative Staff, and 3 Licensure Staff • Website - http://otptat.ohio.gov • Any Board-related information you need can be obtained from the website: e.g.: Applications, Laws and Rules, Newsletter, etc. OTPTAT Board

  15. AT Licensure • Most applications reviewed by board staff • Only COMPLETE applications will be reviewed • For your safety, consider mailing your application via certified mail OTPTAT Board

  16. Licensure Requirements in Ohio What is required to be licensed as an AT? • Graduation from a CAATE accredited athletic training program. • Submission of the licensure application, including the application fee. • Passage of the BOC certification exam. OTPTAT Board

  17. Licensure in Other States • Every state that licenses athletic trainers has their own laws and regulations. • Before working in any state, determine that state’s licensure requirements and practice restrictions. • Not every state licenses athletic trainers. • Some states allow ATs to legally work if they hold current BOC certification and register with the state. • Some states have no mention of AT in the law. OTPTAT Board

  18. Renewal in Ohio • All AT licenses expire on May 15 of the individual’s renewal year. • If your renewal application is not completed and processed by that date, your license to practice will expire and you will be required to reinstate your license. • Licenses may be renewed on-line with payments made by Visa or MasterCard at https://license.ohio.gov/secure/login.asp. OTPTAT Board

  19. Change of Address • Ohio law requires all licensees to notify the Board, in writing, of a change of address within THIRTY days of the change. • Failure to notify the Board, could result in the delay of the processing of your renewal application. OTPTAT Board

  20. Continuing Education • Rules 4755-45-01 and 45-02 of the Ohio Administrative Code govern the continuing education requirements. • CE requirements for the Board vary from those required by BOC. OTPTAT Board

  21. Continuing Education (cont’d) • Ohio law does not require pre-approval of CE courses. • According to rule 4755-45-01, a CE course is usually considered an acceptable learning activity if it is directly related to the clinical practice, management, or education of athletic trainers. OTPTAT Board

  22. Am. Sub. H.B. 403 • Makes various revisions to R.C. Chapter 4755; Goes into effect on April 4, 2007. • Establishes term limits for Board members: Three, 3-year terms. • Requires licensees to pay the actual cost of an administrative hearing if disciplined by the Board. • Fixes AT Practice Act to prevent non-AT’s from practicing athletic training. OTPTAT Board

  23. Am. Sub. H.B. 403 • Removes residency requirement. • Potentially changes renewal cycle. • Removes unlicensed practice loophole. • Currently, an AT can perform services for up to 90 days without an Ohio license. • New law clarifies that Ohio license is not required if the athletic trainer is: • Traveling with a visiting team or organization; or • Providing services at an event approved by AT Section (e.g.: US Track and Field national championships). OTPTAT Board

  24. Contacting the Board • You may contact the Board by any of the following methods: • Internet: http://otptat.ohio.gov • Email: board@otptat.state.oh.us • Phone: 614-466-3774 • Fax: 614-995-0816 OTPTAT Board

  25. Contacting the Board • You may contact the Board by any of the following methods: • Mail: OT Section Ohio OTPTAT Board 77 S. High Street, 16th Floor Columbus, OH 43215-6108 OTPTAT Board

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