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This bill revises the "Athletic Training Licensure Act" by updating definitions and requirements for athletic trainers. Key changes include broadening the definition of "athletic training" to encompass injury prevention, health management, evaluation, and rehabilitation for "physically active persons," which includes individuals participating in sports, performing arts, recreational activities, employment, or military exercises, and clarifying that athletic training does not include prescribing controlled substances. The bill also specifies that athletic trainers must refer individuals to appropriate healthcare professionals if their condition falls outside the scope of athletic training, and it clarifies that athletic trainers cannot perform physical therapy procedures for reimbursement unless licensed as a physical therapist. Furthermore, the bill updates educational requirements for licensure, aligning them with standards set by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education or its successor, and modifies the examination requirement to include the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer or its equivalent. It also introduces provisions for license display and clarifies renewal processes, including continuing education requirements.

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