ESSAT RT-6: Hydration Myths and Facts for Athletic Trainers
August 13, 2026 2026-08-13 14:36Course Faculty:
Kevin Luhrs, MS, RD, ESSAT-C
Jason Cates, LAT, CSCS
Dan Newman, MS, LAT, ATC, ESSAT-C
Larry Cooper, MS, LAT, ATC, ESSAT-C
Learning Objectives:
Differentiate hydration myths from evidence‑based facts by accurately classifying common claims as true or false based on peer‑reviewed research and professional guidelines.
Apply hydration science to practical scenarios by determining appropriate fluid, sodium, and carbohydrate strategies before, during, and after exercise.
Evaluate and compare hydration beverages (water, sports drinks, energy, etc) by assessing their composition and suitability for different exercise and recovery contexts.
Assess hydration status and risk by selecting and interpreting field‑based hydration indicators (body mass change, urine color, urine specific gravity, thirst) and identifying conditions that increase the risk of exercise‑associated hyponatremia.
Difficulty Level:
Essential
Target Audience: AT, PT, OT, MD/DO, PhD/PsyD, RN
Domains:
I – Risk Reduction, Wellness, and Health Literacy
V – Health Care Administration and Professional Responsibility
Delivery Method:
Virtual Asynchronous On-Demand
CE Credits for Athletic Trainers only:
1.5 Category A CEU’s; all others receive a certificate of attendance.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancel anytime and apply the payment to a future course.
Approved Provider Statement:
EBPCentral (BOC AP#10138) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers.
This program is eligible for 1.5 Category A CEUs.
ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational activity.
