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AB 864 Provides Athletic Trainer Regulations, One Member Votes Against

California Assembly Bill 864 is an attempt to address the issue of under-qualified athletic trainers practicing in the profession. California is one of two states that does not have laws regulating the athletic training profession. The legislation was introduced by Assemblymember Nancy Skinner. AB 864 would establish the Athletic Trainer Licensing Committee within the Physical Therapy Board of California. The committee would consist of four certified athletic trainers, one physician,…

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Sacramento State ATEP Present Case Study at FWATA 2013

Students from Sacramento State’s athletic training program presented a case study that encompassed an athlete’s return to sport after experiencing a knee (tibiofemoral) dislocation. Presentation was given at the 2013 FWATA convention in Sacramento, CA. Special thanks goes to the staff and students in Sacramento that contributed to the immediate and follow up care. In addition the sincerest gratitude to our athlete, Jakori, for his hard work, perseverance, and great…

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Far West Athletic Trainers Association