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CPR Certification Requirements for Athletic Trainers in Montana


Montana is a unique and special state, and it’s one of the states that has recently seen a surge of support for online-based CPR certification in recent years. 

Just like any state, it’s important to know what the acceptance is for online CPR certifications. Below we’ve prepared a list of the specific approvals of ProTrainings courses for Athletic Trainers in the state of Montana.
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Summary of CPR Certification Requirements for Montana



  • Athletic Trainers in Montana are required to have an Healthcare provider level CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
  • The Montana Board of Athletic Trainers adheres to the Board of Certification (BOC) requirement for Athletic Trainers.
  • BOC requires Athletic Trainers to maintain CPR certification for Healthcare Providers with a practical skills component throughout the reporting period.
  • For continuing education; Athletic Trainers can claim CE credits for BLS/CPR Certification with a practical portion.
  • Most employers will require a Healthcare Provider level BLS/CPR.
 

Course Content


Athletic Trainers in Montana 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.



Delivery Method

Athletic Trainers in Montana 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.

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Board of Certification (BOC/NATA) for the Athletic Trainers

Summary of CPR Certification Requirements for Montana:

BOC requires to maintain CPR for Healthcare Providers that includes the practical skills evaluation component. BOC accredited organizations listed here.

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Board Statement:

Athletic Trainers (ATs) must be able to demonstrate ongoing certification in ECC throughout the reporting period. Although continuing education units (CEUs) are not awarded for ECC certification, ATs need to be current with the ECC requirements throughout the reporting period. Full details of this category are located in the “Certification Maintenance Requirements.”

Requirements:
  • Documentation must be kept for two years after the reporting period has ended
  • The only acceptable documents are original certification cards, original certificates of completion or photocopies (front and back) of certification cards or certificates of completion
  • Online ECC courses are acceptable if skills are demonstrated and tested by a certified ECC instructor, a voice assisted manikin (VAM) or a visual assisted manikin. The in-person exam can include video technology.
  • The instructor and card holder must sign cards or certificates of completion if a QR code is not provided
  • Letters provided by instructors are not acceptable
ECC Must Include:
  • Adult CPR
  • Pediatric CPR
  • Second rescuer CPR
  • AED
  • Airway obstruction
  • Barrier devices (e.g., pocket mask, bag valve mask)
  • Demonstrated skills
Board Req. Board Info

Board of Athletic Trainers

Summary of CPR Certification Requirements for Montana:

The Montana Board of Athletic Trainers adheres to the Board of Certification (BOC) requirement for Athletic Trainers to maintain CPR certification for Healthcare Providers with a practical skills component.

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