Senate Bill 502 amends various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated related to the regulation and definition of athletic trainers. The bill provides a clearer definition of "athletic injury" and "athletic trainer," emphasizing the qualifications required for athletic trainers to practice. It specifies that athletic trainers must operate under the advice and consent of a licensed physician and outlines the healthcare procedures they are authorized to perform, including blood glucose monitoring and intravenous fluid administration. Additionally, the bill establishes that individuals must obtain a license to represent themselves as athletic trainers and clarifies the conditions under which athletic training students may operate.

The bill also modifies the requirements for licensure, stating that applicants must complete the Board of Certification qualifications and be certified in good standing. It updates the eligibility criteria for out-of-state applicants, allowing those with expired licenses to take the jurisprudence examination if they are certified by the Board of Certification. Furthermore, it outlines the necessary qualifications for obtaining an athletic trainer's license, including passing the certification and jurisprudence examinations. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the standards and regulations governing athletic trainers in Tennessee.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 63-24-101, 63-24-103, 63-24-104(a)(2), 63-24-104, 63-24-104(b), 63-24-105(a)(2), 63-24-105