To certify or recertify as an ABPTS Sports certified specialist, applicants must complete requirements for emergency responder training and CPR certification at the time the application is reviewed.

• Requirements for Acute Management of Injury & Illness Course (.pdf)

  Review requirements and guidelines for the Acute Management of Injury & Illness requirement.

• Upcoming Courses from the American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy

  Courses offered through APTA's American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy

• Other Options for Courses Meeting Requirement (.pdf)

  Additional courses preapproved by the ABPTS Sports Specialty Council