Welcome to the Allied Health Advisory Board - Athletic Trainers
As of April 1st, 2026, DOPL has begun transitioning the Allied Health Advisory Board to biennial licensure. Click the link to Board News to determine how your renewal cycle will be impacted, and to review other helpful FAQs.
Please contact us with any questions via email HP-Licensing@dopl.idaho.gov or phone (208) 334-3233.
Additional Board Information
Supervising/Directing Physician Information
Prior to any practice as an athletic trainer in Idaho, an “Athletic Training Service Plan or Protocol” form with a directing physician must be filled out and submitted to the Board.
“Directing physician” means a designated person duly licensed to practice medicine in Idaho, registered with the board or a designated Idaho licensed chiropractic physician, who is responsible for the athletic training services provided by the athletic trainer and oversees the practice of athletic training of the athletic trainer, as established by board rule.
(a) This direction will be provided by verbal order when the directing physician is present and by written order or by athletic training service plans or protocols, as established by board rule, when the directing physician is not present.
(b) Upon referral from a physician licensed in another state and in good standing, the practice of athletic training or physical rehabilitation and/or reconditioning shall be carried out under the written orders of the referring physician and in collaboration with the directing physician.
An Athletic Training Service Plan or Protocol is to be maintained at each practice site and available to the Board upon request. The Athletic Training Service Plan or Protocol is a written document mutually agreed upon and signed and dated the athletic trainer and directing physician that defines the working relationship and direction between the directing physician and the athletic trainer as specified by Board rule. The Board of Medicine may review the written Athletic Training Service Plan or Protocol, job descriptions, policy statements, or other documents that define the responsibilities of the athletic trainer in the practice setting and may require such changes as needed to achieve compliance with these rules, and to safeguard the public.
Idaho Code requires each licensed athletic trainer to notify the Board within thirty (30) days of any change in the status of their directing physician. Failure to do so is grounds for disciplinary action.
Please complete the following form for Directing Physician registration:
Directing Physician Registration Form & AT Service Plan or Protocol Forms
Fees
Athletic Trainer License Fees:
| Initial Fee | Renewal Fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Athletic Trainer | $240 | $90/year |
| Provisional Athletic Trainer | $80 | N/A |
Reactivation Fee : $50
Reinstatement Fee : $35
FAQs
Q: Can I make a presentation at a Board Meeting?
A: If you want to request time to present at a board meeting, you can e-mail the Executive Officer with a request to be on the agenda.
All documents must be submitted 6 weeks prior to the date of the board meeting. The board chair will then consider your request and the board chair’s decision will be final.
The deadline does not apply to comments or requests related to rule-making; such deadlines are set forth in the Administrative Procedures Act and reiterated in the Board’s notices published in the Administrative Bulletin.
If you are an applicant or licensee involved in disciplinary matters, please work with the relevant program manager.
Q: How do I check the status of my application?
A: Login to Online Services to check the status of your application.
Q: How long does a licensed athletic trainer have to report a change in their directing physician?
A: Idaho Code requires each licensed athletic trainer to notify the Board within thirty (30) days of any change in the status of their directing physician. Failure to do so is grounds for disciplinary action.
Q: How many hours of continuing education are required for a licensed athletic trainer?
A: All athletic trainers holding current Idaho registration/licensure who are not certified by the national athletic trainers’ association board of certification or a nationally recognized credentialing agency, accepted by the board, are required to provide documentation of successful completion of eighty (80) hours of board approved continuing educational units during each three (3) year reporting period on forms provided by the board.
Q: How long does a licensed athletic trainer have to report any name change or changes in business and home addressed?
A: All licensed athletic trainers shall report to the board any name change or changes in business and home addresses thirty (30) days after the change becomes final.
Board Members
Name | Position | Expiration |
| Tim Seward (Chair) | Respiratory Therapist | 07/01/2026 |
| Cory Szybala | Naturopathic Medical Doctor | 07/01/2026 |
| Tara Erbele | Medical Doctor | 07/01/2027 |
| Kimberly Young | Dietitian | 07/01/2028 |
| Robb Hruska | Respiratory Therapist | 07/01/2028 |
| Dave Hammons | Athletic Trainer | 07/01/2029 |
| Jessica Carman | Public Member | 05/22/2030 |
The Allied Health Advisory Board is an advisory body to the State Board of Medicine. They are responsible for reviewing all applications for licensure and temporary permits and making recommendations to the Board of Medicine concerning the issuance, revocation of licenses and temporary permits, and rulemaking for Athletic Trainers.