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CPR Certification Requirements for Athletic Trainers in Texas


Texas is a unique and special state, and itā€™s one of the states that has recently seen a surge of support for online-based CPR certification in recent years. 

Just like any state, itā€™s important to know what the acceptance is for online CPR certifications. Below weā€™ve prepared a list of the specific approvals of ProTrainings courses for Athletic Trainers in the state of Texas.
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Summary of CPR Certification Requirements for Texas



  • Athletic Trainers in Texas are required to have an Healthcare provider level CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
  • The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation requires Healthcare Provider level BLS/CPR, AED for all ages with a hands-on component.
  • Most employers will require a Healthcare Provider level BLS/CPR.
  • For continuing education; Athletic Trainers can claim CE credits for BLS/CPR Certification with a practical portion.
  • BOC requires to maintain CPR certification for Healthcare Providers with a practical skills component.
 

Course Content


Athletic Trainers in Texas usually need a Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification at the Healthcare Provider level. Required skills include; Adult, child and infant CPR, AED, and use of a bag-valve-mask. Some Athletic Trainers may also need a First Aid course as well, but this is determined by the employer.



Delivery Method

Athletic Trainers in Texas are required to do the Basic Life Support level of CPR certification for Healthcare Providers that includes a practical skills evaluation through in person or blended training process. 100% online CPR will only be an option upon the discretion of the employer or institution and is not accepted by the state licensing department or for continuing education credits for Athletic Trainers.

Some employers may require a specific type of training, or may leave it up to the State’s requirement. If you are not certain of your employer's requirement, make sure to check with them about both the training type and the required course content.

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Board of Certification (BOC/NATA) for the Athletic Trainers

Summary of CPR Certification Requirements for Texas:

BOC requires to maintain CPR for Healthcare Providers that includes the practical skills evaluation component. BOC accredited organizations listed here.

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Board Statement:

ATs must have a current emergency cardiac care (ECC) certiļ¬cation in their BOC proļ¬le. Annually, ATs will be asked to upload their current ECC certiļ¬cation (card or certiļ¬cate) or be prompted to conļ¬rm their current ECC certiļ¬cation.

ATs must be able to:
Demonstrate ongoing certiļ¬cation in the competencies outlined in the BOC’s ECC guidelines.
Maintain documentation for current and expired courses for up to two years after the reporting period.

ECC certiļ¬cation programs must include all of the following:

  • Adult CPR
  • Pediatric CPR
  • Second rescuer CPR
  • AED
  • Airway obstruction
  • Barrier devices (e.g., pocket mask, bag valve mask)
  • Demonstrated skills (Online ECC courses are acceptable if skills are demonstrated and tested in person by a qualiļ¬ed instructor. The in-person test can include video technology.)

Acceptable ECC providers are those adhering to the most current “International Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiac Care.”

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Department of Licensing and Regulation

Summary of CPR Certification Requirements for Texas:

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation requires Athletic Trainers to maintain a Healthcare Provider level CPR certification with a practical skills component that is BOC approved.

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Board Statement:

Rule 110.21 License Requirements
(e) Certification required. An applicant must have:
(1) current certification in the techniques of professional rescuer cardio-pulmonary resuscitation and the use of an automated external defibrillator; or

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