W. Va. Code R. § 126-118-5

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section 126-118-5 - General Role Description

5.1. Authorized Athletic Trainer. The athletic trainer possesses the essential knowledge, skills, attitudes, and credentials necessary to carry out the practices of prevention, evaluation, initial care, and physical rehabilitation of injuries sustained by students engaged in public school athletics. The athletic trainer has responsibility for the development, implementation, and management of the athletic training program.

5.2. Authorized Limited Football Trainer. The duties of individuals with limited football trainer authorization are limited to evaluation, initial care, and referral of injuries sustained by students engaged in public school athletics.

5.3. Temporary Athletic Trainer. In the event the assigned athletic coach or athletic trainer is not able to be present, the county may assign one time only during the coaching/athletic trainer assignment season for that sport/activity, an individual with a medical background that shall include one of the following: physician, registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, nurse practitioner, chiropractor, physical therapist, occupational therapist, physician's assistant, paramedic, or emergency medical technician to fulfill the duties of the athletic coach or athletic trainer for no more than three consecutive days.

W. Va. Code R. § 126-118-5