December 04, 2025
Upcoming Events
March CAATE Town Hall
March 24 | Virtual
Registration will open in early 2026.
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Upcoming CAATE Appearances for Residency & Fellowship Workshops and Presentations
- EATA Convention: Jan 9-12, 2026 (Boston, MA)
- ATPPS Annual Conference: March 5-7, 2026 (Cincinnati, OH)
- AATE Symposium: March 5-7, 2026 (Cincinnati, OH)
- Residency Day at ATPPS: March 5, 2026 (Cincinnati, OH)
- Student Discovery Day: March 6, 2026 (Cincinnati, OH)
- AAOE Annual Conference: April 20-22, 2026 (Louisville, KY)
Important Board Updates
The Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) is excited to announce the appointment of Alysia Green, MD, to its Board of Commissioners. Dr. Green began her three-year term on October 4, 2025.
CAATE also thanks Steven Cuff, MD, for his dedicated service as his term on the CAATE Board of Commissioners concluded on October 4, 2025, after 7 years.
The CAATE expresses our sincere gratitude for Dr. Cuff’s impactful contributions and leadership. His thoughtful leadership and commitment to excellence have been instrumental in advancing the CAATE's work and will be truly missed.
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Dr. Louise “Lou” Fincher’s Appointment as President of Emory & Henry University
The CAATE proudly congratulates Dr. Louise “Lou” Fincher on her appointment as the 23rd President of Emory & Henry University. Dr. Louise “Lou” Fincher, a valued member of the CAATE Board of Commissioners, brings more than three decades of leadership experience in higher education and healthcare to this distinguished role.
“Lou’s passion for education and her proven ability to lead with integrity and vision make her an exceptional choice for this role,” said Toni Torres-McGehee, Ph.D., LAT, ATC, FACSM, President of the CAATE Board of Commissioners. “Her contributions to athletic training education and healthcare have been transformative, and we look forward to seeing the positive impact she will have as President of Emory & Henry University.”
Her commitment to advancing health sciences education and her dedication to student success align closely with CAATE’s mission to ensure excellence in athletic training education. Please join us in celebrating this milestone achievement for Dr. Louise “Lou” Fincher and Emory & Henry University.
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Recipients of the Inaugural CAATE Foundation Innovation and Quality Improvement Awards
The CAATE Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its inaugural awards program, recognizing outstanding achievement in athletic training education. The awards honor individuals and programs that have demonstrated exceptional dedication to advancing the field through innovation and quality improvement.
Innovation Award Recipient
- University of Houston Master of Athletic Training (MAT) Program
“Integrating Artificial Intelligence Literacy into Athletic Training Education: Enhancing Student Preparedness through Chatbot-Driven Learning.”
Quality Improvement Award Recipients
- Gannon University’s Master of Athletic Training Program for their submission titled “Comprehensive Programmatic Redesign to Streamline and Improve Recruitment, Enrollment, and Retention.”
- Emory University's Residency of Athletic Training Program for their submission titled, “Applicant Recruitment Initiatives.”
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2026 QI & Innovation Awards Applications
Applications for the QI & Innovation Awards open on Monday, Jan. 19. Read more about the awards and what they recognize. Stay tuned for the official call for applications!
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RF-ATCAS 2025-2026 Cycle Has Launched
We're excited to announce that the RF-ATCAS 2025-2026 application cycle has launched! Applicants can begin to apply to approved programs on the RF-ATCAS application.
Developed in partnership with Liaison International — the leader in admissions management solutions — RF-ATCAS continues to offer a streamlined, centralized application experience for candidates applying to residency and fellowship athletic training programs. The platform allows applicants to submit a single application to multiple participating programs, simplifying the admissions process and enhancing visibility for institutions.
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CAATE Leadership Appearance at WFATT
CAATE President Toni Torres-McGehee, Ph.D., LAT, ATC, FACSM, and CAATE Vice President Kysha Harriell, Ph.D., LAT, ATC, joined fellow leaders from around the world at the World Federation of Athletic Training & Therapy (WFATT) Conference, October 16-18, 2025.
Toni and Kysha participated in the Leadership Summit, consisting of leaders from ARTI, BASRaT, CATA, JATO, NATA, and the BOC, to share insights and collaborate on solutions that advance athlete care worldwide.
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September CAATE Town Hall Recording Available Now
Thank you to everyone who joined the CAATE Town Hall on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025!
If you weren't able to tune in live, you can still catch the updates from key CAATE leaders by viewing the recorded version.
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Find the CAATE at Upcoming Conferences
The CAATE is excited to attend upcoming conferences! See our schedule below, and make your plan to join us. Stay tuned for additional details about the individual workshops and presentations.
- ATPPS Annual Conference | March 5-7, 2026 | Cincinnati, OH
- Residency & Fellowship Development Workshop: Enhancing program design to optimize specialize/specialization
- Residency & Fellowship Enhancement Workshop: Refining the comprehensive assessment plan and integrating strategic planning for sustained programmatic improvement Panel Discussion: Residency Trained ATs in Orthopedic Care
- AATE Symposium | March 5-7, 2026 | Cincinnati, OH
Elevating the Profession: Advanced Practice and the Power of Specialization
- Residency Day at ATPPS | March 5, 2026 | Cincinnati, OH
A focused, in-person pre-conference experience built for athletic training residents and residency program leaders.
- Student Discovery Day: Exploring Your Athletic Training Future: Societies, Specialties, & Beyond | March 6, 2026 | Cincinnati, OH
This free, one-day event gives students the chance to connect directly with professionals from across the athletic training community, explore career paths, and learn what’s possible beyond graduation. It’s open to undergraduate students exploring entry into a professional athletic training program (35 seats available) and current AT master’s students interested in post-graduation and career advancement opportunities (35 seats available).
Student Discovery Day is a collaborative experience brought to you by the Association for Athletic Training Education (AATE), Athletic Trainers in the Physician Practice Society (ATPPS), Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE), Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC), and the Performing Arts Athletic Trainers’ Society (PAATS).
Students will have the chance to:
- Join select Symposium and Meeting sessions alongside educators, clinicians, and leaders in the field
- Hear directly from professionals thriving in innovative and non-traditional athletic training settings
- Explore your next steps with insight into graduate study and post-professional opportunities
- Build your network by connecting with societies and leaders shaping the future of athletic training
- AAOE Annual Conference | April 20-22, 2026 | Louisville, KY
Athletic Trainers: Developing a Residency Program or Roles and Responsibilities
Programs Accredited in Q4 - 2025
- Frostburg State University
- Medical University of South Carolina Orthopedic Residency
- The Chinese University of Hong Kong
- University of Georgia
Holiday Closure Notice
Please note that the CAATE Headquarters will be closed for the holidays (Wednesday, Dec. 24 – Thursday, Jan. 1).
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