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0 2 2 5 ANNUAL REPORT2025 ANNUAL REPORT BOCATC.ORG 2 “2025 has been a year of thoughtful evaluation, purposeful preparation and strategic implementation, strengthening the foundation for what comes next for the athletic training profession.” Following a year of innovation and pilot testing, the BOC focused in 2025 on analyzing the results of the Pathfinder Pilot, which engaged thousands of Athletic Trainer (AT) participants and volunteers. This comprehensive review assessed the effectiveness, feasibility and impact of this alternative approach to certification renewal. Based on findings, the BOC Board of Directors approved Pathfinder as an integral part of Continuing Professional Certification (CPC), an alternative renewal option, with implementation in early 2026. Throughout 2025, this work included platform refinement, operational planning and the launch of targeted communications to ATs and key audiences to support understanding, readiness and a successful rollout. Advancing specialty certification was another major focus in 2025. The BOC established a Specialty Council to provide expert oversight and governance for specialty programs. The Council led a comprehensive review of specialty certification eligibility requirements for the Orthopedic Specialty exam, resulting in thoughtful revisions designed to enhance clarity, consistency and accessibility for applicants while maintaining rigorous standards. The BOC also made significant progress in core certification assessment work. In 2025, development began on the Athletic Trainer Practice Analysis, 9th Edition (ATPA9), the next iteration of the professional practice framework that underpins the BOC Athletic Trainer Certification Examination. This extensive research and analysis process ensures that the exam continues to reflect current practice, emerging competencies and the evolving responsibilities of ATs. ATPA9 will be finalized in 2026, reinforcing the certification program’s validity and defensibility. Beyond certification and assessment, the BOC continued its commitment to advocacy, regulatory engagement and professional visibility. Work on the Athletic Trainer Interstate Compact progressed through continued collaboration with the Council of State Governments, while partnerships with regulators and allied organizations remained central to advancing public protection and licensure mobility. As we look toward 2026, the BOC is well-positioned to move from preparation to execution. Guided by data, alliance input and strong governance, we remain focused on innovation with purpose to ensure the credential continues to serve ATs, employers, regulators and the public with integrity and relevance. Thank you for your continued trust and partnership as we prepare for this next chapter. Best in health! Anne Minton, MBA, ICE-CCP BOC Chief Executive Officer Letter from the CEO This report is published to provide an overview of the BOC’s work and its accomplishments.2025 ANNUAL REPORT BOCATC.ORG 3 2025 YEAR IN REVIEW 58,646 Certified ATs 2,148 Candidates Certified 4,325 Exams Administered 2,475 Exam Applications Processed and Approved 194 Reinstatement Applications Processed and Approved 1,392 AT Audits Completed 717 Discipline Cases Opened 463 Discipline Cases Decided and/or Closed 8 Emergency Suspensions Issued Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC ® ) Credential Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedics (BCS-O ® ) Credential 17 Applicants Certified 24 Exams Administered 27 Exam Applications Processed and Approved •Measured ongoing impact of earning BCS-O through cohort survey •Promoted specialty credential to employers International Arrangement (IA) 5 CATA candidates passed the exam through the IA 2 ARTI candidates passed the exam through the IA Achievements THE INTERNATIONAL ARRANGEMENT For The Athletic Training and Therapy Profession Board Certified Specialists in Orthopedics 732025 ANNUAL REPORT BOCATC.ORG 4 BOC-Wide Accomplishments •Completed year two of the three-year BOC Strategic Plan •Supported Athletic Trainers (ATs) during certification renewal period, changing the deadline to February 2, 2026 •Provided outreach to National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) districts, state associations and allied organizationsthrough BOC presentations •Continued global reach for ATs through the International Arrangement (IA) •Initiated work on the Athletic Trainer Practice Analysis, 9th Edition •Submitted a successful National Commission of Certifying Agencies (NCCA) Annual Report •Submitted application and received NCCA accreditation for the Achievements Regulatory Affairs and Advocacy •Completed work to develop model language for an AT Interstate Compact through the Council of State Governments’ National Center for Interstate Compacts and their partnership with the Department of War •Assisted with and/or monitored states with regulatory initiatives, including review of rules/regulations and proposed legislation, as well as provided data and letters in support of athletic training regulation •Continued membership in the Professional Certification Coalition (PCC) and the Tomorrow’s Workforce Coalition to support the successful passage of the Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act, which expands the use of 529 funds to certification BCS-O ® credential •Submitted renewal application and received NCCA reaccreditation for the ATC ® credential •Assembled a new Specialty Council, charged with autonomous certification-related decision- making for all specialty certifications •Modified eligibility requirements for the orthopedic specialty exam, guided by the Specialty Council and licensure exams and other fees •Remained active on the national scene, protecting AT certification and advocating for ATs with state and federal regulators by being a member of and supporting the work of the PCC, which advocates for private certification organizations2025 ANNUAL REPORT BOCATC.ORG 5 Achievements Continuing Professional Certification (CPC) Research and Development •Analyzed results of the 2024 year-long Pathfinder Pilot (potential CPC component) for more than 2,400 enrolled ATs and used those results to enhance and refine the Pathfinder technology platform •Launched CPC Renewal for all ATs powered by Pathfinder in early 2026 •Produced assessment items for the launch of Pathfinder by collaborating with MCQ volunteer groups and leveraging an artificial intelligence platform for item development •Acquired licensing with Accredible ® to begin awarding digital badges for microcredentials and other official relationships with the BOC •Introduced the NATA/BOC co-branded microcredential initiative designed to empower ATs with specialized, evidence-based competencies, supported by an earned BOC digital badge BOC Approved Provider Program •Added 79 new BOC Approved Providers •Increased ability to reach across health care professions and boost interdisciplinary accreditation approach through active participa- tion of 36 Joint Accreditation (JA) providers •Represented the BOC at the Joint Accreditation Summit as a collab- orative partner •Developed resources to support BOC Approved Providers, designed to guide continuing education program development •Finalized revised Standards for BOC Approved Providers for 2026 implementation •Updated and simplified the Annual Reporting process to focus on continuous improvement reflection and reporting Volunteer Engagement and Outreach •Celebrated Volunteer Month, highlighting the work of BOC volunteers •Hosted a Volunteer Reception during the NATA Clinical Symposia and AT Expo, at which recipients received the following annual BOC awards: Dan Libera Service Award and Paul Grace Leadership Award •Presented Lindsy McLean with the BOC Visionary Emeritus honorary award •Promoted growth pathways for volunteers to create ongoing, long- term engagement •Achieved successful recruitment for a wide variety of key volunteer positions, increasing BOC volunteer count by 12%2025 ANNUAL REPORT BOCATC.ORG 6 Continuing Education Report20212022202320242025 Certified ATs58,30556,90658,02656,89158,646 Newly Certified ATs2,6692,3202,0242,0912,148 Exam Report20212022202320242025 Candidates Certified2,6692,3202,0242,0912,148 Exam Applications Processed and Approved2,8382,5172,3352,3282,475 Exams Administered4,3793,7323,8003,7394,325 Reinstatement Applications Processed and Approved145239220342194 Discipline Report20212022202320242025 PPD Cases Opened2558048389717 PPD Cases Closed30790231139463 Emergency Suspensions46928 BOC Approved Provider Report20212022202320242025 Total Number of BOC Approved Providers669667676714733 New BOC Approved Providers10063817379 Joint Accreditation Providers724273436 Credentialing Reports 0 10,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 20212022202320242025 2,669 2,320 2,0242,091 2,148 Continuing Education Report Newly Certified ATsCertified ATs2025 ANNUAL REPORT BOCATC.ORG 7 The BOC is governed by its Board of Directors; while advancing the BOC mission, each is responsible for making decisions that are in the best interest of the organization, ensuring it follows local, state and federal laws, bylaws, policies and procedures. The Board of Directors consists of BOC Certified Athletic Trainer Directors, a Physician Director, a Public Director and a Corporate/Educational Director. Brian Conway, LAT, ATC President Corporate/Educational Director Chris Ashton, MS, LAT, ATC Vice President Athletic Trainer Director Jeremy Marra, MS, ATC, CSCS, CES Treasurer Athletic Trainer Director Sujan Gogu, DO, FAAFP Physician Director Robin Jenkins, MSW, DCSW, CPM, ICE-CCP, CAE Public Director Christina Chapski, EdD, AT, ATC Athletic Trainer Director Kelsey Rynkiewicz, PhD, LAT, ATC, NREMT Athletic Trainer Director Bonnie Van Lunen, PhD, ATC, FNATA, FNAP Athletic Trainer Director Lynne-Marie Young, MEd, LAT, ATC Athletic Trainer Director Anne Minton, MBA, ICE-CCP Chief Executive Officer Board of Directors Board of Directors: Back row, from left: Robin Jenkins, Bonnie Van Lunen, Brian Conway, Lynne-Marie Young and Kelsey Rynkiewicz Front row, from left: Anne Minton, Christina Chapski, Jeremy Marra, Chris Ashton, and Sujan Gogu2025 ANNUAL REPORT BOCATC.ORG 8 Exam Development Committee Joe Lueken, LAT, ATC Committee Co-Chair Brian Hortz, PhD, ATC, SFDN Committee Co-Chair Sam Wilkins PhD, ATC Multiple-Choice Co-Chair Dani Moffit PhD, LAT, ATC, FNAP Multiple-Choice Co-Chair Sara Cuperus, DC, CCSP, ICCSP, CACCP, ATC, GTS Focused Testlet Co-Chair Terri Jo Rucinski, ATC Focused Testlet Co-Chair The BOC greatly appreciates the contribution of time and service made by each of our 600+ volunteers during 2025. Their support in various roles allowed us to serve and elevate the athletic training profession. Volunteers Council and Committee Leaders Mike Hudson, PhD, LAT, ATC Chair Specialty Council 2025 ANNUAL REPORT BOCATC.ORG 9 Access and Opportunity Committee Cathy Ortega, EdD, PT, ATC, OCS Committee Co-Chair Kelvin Phan, MSEd, LAT, ATC, NASM-PES Committee Co-Chair International CommitteeNominating Committee Mike Carroll, MEd, LAT, ATC Committee Chair Patrick Sexton, EdD, LAT, ATC Committee Chair Volunteers Thank You BOC Volunteers! Michelle Boyd, MS, ATC Committee Chair Standards Committee Professional Practice & Discipline Committee We extend our sincere appreciation to the committee leader and members of the Professional Practice and Discipline Committee who we do not publicly identify as their work involves confidential and sensitive matters. 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