Effective July 1, 2024, at 12:00 AM EST, the ATCB will discontinue the current ATR application process.
As of July 1, 2024, at 12:00 AM EST, individuals must first obtain ATR-P status to become an ATR. This change applies only to new ATR applicants and does not impact current ATR credential holders.
The ATCB will allow a grandfathering period for all ATR applications submitted before July 1, 2024, at 12:00 AM EST:
- If an applicant is collecting supervision hours and does not hold an ATR-P credential, they must submit an ATR application before July 1, 2024, at 12:00 AM EST for those hours to be accepted.
- Alternatively, individuals may apply for ATR-P status instead.
- The ATCB will accept supervision hours from the date of application submission.
Application Requirements
A completed application must meet the Registration Standards and include:
- Official Academic Transcript
- Verification of Post-Education Experience
- Three Professional References
Any ATR application not completed by June 30, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST, will automatically convert to an ATR-P application.
Annual Credential Assessment
The ATCB reviews credential and certification programs annually. Any further changes resulting from this assessment will be communicated promptly.
Need Assistance?
Please review the FAQs for more details. For further clarification about ATR requirements, contact the ATCB Executive Director, LeeAnn Mandrillo, at leeann@atcb.org.