Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 42, October 18, 2024
Section 16-5-7 - Temporary Permit for Athletic Trainers7.1. An individual possessing a temporary permit issued by the Board to practice athletic training or act as an athletic trainer in the state of West Virginia shall practice under the direct supervision of a licensed athletic trainer. All progress notes written by the athletic trainer with a temporary permit shall be cosigned by an athletic trainer supervisor within 24 hours.7.2. A temporary permit may be issued only to individuals who have met the eligibility criteria set forth in W. Va. Code § 30-20A-4, and § 30-20A-7, and who have submitted proper application and identification as determined by the Board: 7.2.1. Pending examinations, to any athletic training applicant who is a new graduate of a program approved by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).7.2.2. To a person who possesses an unencumbered credential in another jurisdiction and provides satisfactory evidence that the applicant's education is substantially equivalent to the educational requirements for athletic trainers under the provisions of this article.7.3. The temporary permit is valid only for a period of 90 consecutive days and the permit shall not be renewed.