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RSA 326-G
Chapter 326-G: Athletic Trainers
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326-G:1 Definitions.
In this chapter and RSA 328-F:
I. "Board" means the governing board of athletic trainers established in RSA 328-F.
II. "Athletic trainer" means a person licensed under this chapter to practice athletic training.
III. "Athletic training" means the practice, with respect to injuries or conditions incurred by participants in organized or recreational sports, of:
(a) Prevention;
(b) Assessment and evaluation;
(c) Acute care, management, treatment and disposition;
(d) Rehabilitation and reconditioning; and
(e) Education, counseling and program administration,
Provided such care is within the professional preparation and education of athletic trainers and under the direction of a physician licensed in any state or in Canada.
Source. 2003, 310:4, eff. July 1, 2003.
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- 2003 Laws of 2003, chapter 310 · SB 227
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326-G:2 Exemptions.
This chapter and RSA 328-F shall not apply to the following:
I. Self-care by a patient, first aid by a coach, or gratuitous care by a friend or family member who does not represent himself or herself as an athletic trainer.
II. The activities of athletic training students acting under the direction of an athletic trainer licensed, certified, or registered in any state, provided that the students are designated by a title which clearly indicates their status as athletic training students.
III. The activities of athletic trainers not residents of this state, when called to perform athletic training services during a temporary visit in this state, provided such athletic trainers are currently licensed, certified, or registered in any state or Canada, or are currently certified by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification, Inc., or its successor organization.
Source. 2003, 310:4, eff. July 1, 2003.
How it has changed
From the section's source note, newest first.
- 2003 Laws of 2003, chapter 310 · SB 227
Other bills that proposed changes
Bills whose own text says they change this section, and that are not in its history above.
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326-G:3 Rulemaking.
The board shall adopt rules, pursuant to RSA 541-A, relative to the nature of the temporary visit in this state which is sufficient to exempt from the application of this chapter the practitioners of athletic training designated in RSA 326-G:2, III.
Source. 2003, 310:4, eff. July 1, 2003.
How it has changed
From the section's source note, newest first.
- 2003 Laws of 2003, chapter 310 · SB 227
Other bills that proposed changes
Bills whose own text says they change this section, and that are not in its history above.
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326-G:4 Eligibility for Initial Licensure.
Applicants for initial licensure as athletic trainers shall:
I. Demonstrate sufficient evidence of good professional character and reliability to satisfy the office of professional licensure and certification, using criteria established by the board, that the applicant shall faithfully and conscientiously avoid professional misconduct and adhere to this chapter, RSA 328-F, and the board's rules.
II. Have at least a bachelor's degree.
III. Have a currently valid certificate issued by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification, Inc., or its successor organization.
IV. Meet any continuing competency requirements established by the board.
Source. 2003, 310:4, eff. July 1, 2003. 2024, 327:13, eff. July 1, 2024.
How it has changed
From the section's source note, newest first.
Other bills that proposed changes
Bills whose own text says they change this section, and that are not in its history above.
- SB 733-FN 1993-1994 Became Law
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326-G:5 Professional Identification.
I. Any person licensed to practice as an athletic trainer in this state may use the title "New Hampshire Licensed Athletic Trainer" and the abbreviation, "N.H.LAT" to designate such person's practice of athletic training and shall produce such person's license upon the request of the board.
II. Any person who uses the title or the abbreviation or otherwise states or implies by word or act that he or she is currently licensed to practice athletic training, and does so at a time when she or he does not possess a valid license, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
Source. 2003, 310:4, eff. July 1, 2003.
326-G:6 Eligibility for Renewal of License.
Licensees are eligible for renewal of their licenses if they:
I. Hold a currently valid certificate issued by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification, Inc., or its successor organization.
II. Have not violated this chapter or RSA 328-F nor demonstrated poor professional character.
III. Meet any continuing competency requirements established by the board.
Source. 2003, 310:4, eff. July 1, 2003.