About
The Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization currently incorporated in the State of Texas. Filings of incorporation are available through the Texas Secretary of State. The CAATE is recognized by the Council for Higher Education (CHEA). More information about CAATE’s CHEA recognition can be accessed here.
Information about what accreditation is and who provides accreditation can be found here.
Information on the CAATE Privacy Policy can be found here.
Information on the CAATE 2022-24 Strategic Plan can be found here.
Information on the CAATE DEI Statement can be found here.
Understanding CHEA Recognition can be found here.
Mission
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.
Vision
Advancing clinical practice and improving health care outcomes through promotion of excellence in athletic training education.
Values
- Accountability
- Transparency
- Integrity
- Excellence
- Leadership
- Collaborative
About our programs
Each year, the CAATE compiles a report from information collected through the Annual Report. All programs are required to complete the Annual Report. The information contained in these documents is reported by Program Directors, and is assumed to be accurate. These reports will assist in providing information as to the current picture of athletic training education and will also provide benchmarking opportunities for the profession and existing programs as we continue to evolve in the ever changing landscape of higher education and health care. The CAATE Analytics Report can be found here.
Information about individual programs may be found here – Search Accredited Programs.