The CAATE is excited to release a series of videos created with the goal of providing information in an approachable format on each of the CAATE’s Residency & Fellowship Program Standards. Each video contains a summary of a particular Standard’s intent and an explanation of how to demonstrate compliance. Take the opportunity to review each standard and gain a deeper...

Applications for the QI & Innovation Awards open Monday, February 3. The CAATE Foundation’s mission is to serve as a catalyst to advance athletic training education through the promotion of quality improvement, innovation, diversity, and best practices for student recruitment. In support of its mission, the CAATE Foundation has developed an awards program to recognize programs for...

The CAATE Board of Commissioners approved a change to the CAATE Residency and Fellowship Program Standards. The changes provide clarification of Standards 14, 16, 18, 21 and an update to the glossary term of operational resources.   2022 Residency and Fellowship Standard Changes: Standard 14-Revised the Standard The program’s development, design, and delivery demonstrate...

The CAATE mission is “serving the public and profession by establishing and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards that facilitate quality outcomes, continuous improvement, innovation and diversity to enhance athletic training education.” We received from feedback from program administration on a request for resources specific to the practical application of DEI and...

The CAATE is proud to recognize the positive achievements and dedicated work of Alvaro García-Romero! Continue reading learn more about his contribution to the CAATE and the athletic training field. How did you become involved with athletic training? As a young teenager I always would like to be involved in sports, so when I must choose my future, I would like to choose...

Meet Jenna E. Gardner Q: Describe your path toward becoming an athletic trainer. How do you envision contributing to the profession and fostering its development in the future? A: My path towards becoming an athletic trainer began with a strong passion for sports and a desire to help others. As I was initially drawn to the field through personal experiences with sports...

Upcoming Events Join Us at the Following Conferences for Residency and Fellowship Program Workshops & Presentations AATE Symposia | Feb. 20-22, 2025 | Louisville, KY ATPPS Annual Conference | Feb. 21-22, 2025 | Louisville, KY PAATS 6th Annual Symposium | Feb. 21-22, 2025 | Louisville, KY  AAOE Annual...

In August 2024, the CAATE Standards Committee concluded its systematic five-year review of the 2020 CAATE Standards for Professional Programs. This review supported the CAATE's commitment to quality assurance and continuous improvement in athletic training education. The CAATE Standards Committee gathered feedback from internal and external stakeholders, utilizing various methods,...

Thank you to all who attended the Fall CAATE Town Hall!  If you weren't able to tune in live, you can still catch the updates from key CAATE leaders by viewing the recorded version. Watch now on Vimeo.

Bob & Lynn Caruthers Service Award   Winner: Amanda Benson, PhD, ATC, LAT The Bob and Lynn Caruthers Service Award is given to an individual that demonstrates the character and performance traits Bob and Lynn Caruthers displayed in their respective careers. Both Bob and Lynn demonstrated significant and distinguished service to professional and specialized accreditation, and...