South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-96 - Athletic Trainers
Sec2 61-96.100 - DEFINITIONS AND CERTIFICATION
Section 61-96.100.101 - Definitions

A. Athletic Trainer. An allied healthcare professional with specific qualifications as set forth in South Carolina Code Section 44-75-50 who, upon the advice and consent of a licensed Physician, carries out the practice of care, prevention, and physical rehabilitation of athletic injuries and who, in carrying out these functions, may use physical modalities including, but not limited to, heat, light, sound, cold, electricity, or mechanical devices related to rehabilitation and treatment.

B. Board. The South Carolina Board of Health and Environmental Control.

C. Certificate. Official acknowledgement by the Department that an individual has successfully completed the education and other requirements in accordance with South Carolina Code Sections 44-75-10 et seq. and this regulation, which entitle that individual to perform the functions and duties of an Athletic Trainer.

D. Committee. The South Carolina Athletic Trainers' Advisory Committee.

E. Consultation. A meeting with Department representatives who will provide information to the Certificate holder with the goal of facilitating compliance with this regulation.

F. Continuing Education. Education beyond the basic preparation required for entry into the profession that is directly related to the performance and practice of the Athletic Trainer.

G. Department. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.

H. Inspection. A visit, in-person meeting, or review of materials by Department representatives for the purpose of determining compliance with this regulation.

I. Investigation. A visit, in-person meeting, or review of materials by Department representatives for the purpose of determining the validity of allegations received by the Department relating to statutory and regulatory compliance.

J. Patient. A person who receives care, treatment, or services from an Athletic Trainer certified by the Department.

K. Physically Active Population. Any individual, entity, group, or organization who participates in an athletic activity, a job function, or a job-related activity that requires physical strength, range of motion, flexibility, control, speed, stamina, or agility.

L. Physician. An individual currently licensed to practice medicine by the South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners.

M. Variance. An alternative method that ensures the equivalent level of compliance with the standards in this regulation.