Athletic Trainers in Rhode Island usually need a Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification at the Healthcare Provider level. Required skills include; Adult, child and infant CPR, AED, and use of a bag-valve-mask. Some Athletic Trainers may also need a First Aid course as well, but this is determined by the employer.
Athletic Trainers in Rhode Island are required to do the Basic Life Support level of CPR certification for Healthcare Providers that includes a practical skills evaluation through in person or blended training process. 100% online CPR will only be an option upon the discretion of the employer or institution and is not accepted by the state licensing department or for continuing education credits for Athletic Trainers.
Some employers may require a specific type of training, or may leave it up to the State’s requirement. If you are not certain of your employer's requirement, make sure to check with them about both the training type and the required course content.
BOC requires to maintain CPR for Healthcare Providers that includes the practical skills evaluation component. BOC accredited organizations listed here.
ATs must have a current emergency cardiac care (ECC) certification in their BOC profile. Annually, ATs will be asked to upload their current ECC certification (card or certificate) or be prompted to confirm their current ECC certification.
ATs must be able to:Demonstrate ongoing certification in the competencies outlined in the BOC’s ECC guidelines.Maintain documentation for current and expired courses for up to two years after the reporting period.
ECC certification programs must include all of the following:
Acceptable ECC providers are those adhering to the most current “International Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiac Care.”
The Rhode Island Department of Health adheres to the Board of Certification (BOC) requirement for Athletic Trainers to maintain CPR certification for Healthcare Providers with a practical skills component
5.4 Qualifications for LicensureA. An applicant seeking licensure in this state as an athletic trainer must:C. An applicant for initial licensure shall be required to demonstrate:2. Proof of having passed the required examination, approved by the Department, and been certified by the national certifying body recognized by the BOC.
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In addition to your online first aid and CPR certification, practice hands-on with a CPR manikin in a blended program.
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