Chad Clements

I’m originally from Queensbury, NY and now live in Grafton, MA with my wife and our three daughters. I’m fortunate to be part of an incredible team in Student Health, and especially in Athletic Training, where we are dedicated to providing outstanding care to BU students. My journey in athletic training has taken me across the country, shaping my passion for education, mentorship, and patient care. My career has spanned roles in both clinical and academic settings, including serving as an Associate Professor and Director of Clinical Education at A.T. Still University, as well as Faculty Director of Clinical Education and Clinical Assistant Professor at Boston University’s College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. Before transitioning fully into academia, I worked as an athletic trainer at Seton Hall University, served as Head Athletic Trainer at both Stevens Institute of Technology and Lasell College, and mentored future ATs as a preceptor at Seton Hall, Lasell, and BU. These experiences have reinforced my commitment to advancing the profession and ensuring high-quality healthcare for student-athletes and active populations.

Personal Hobbies

Running, playing guitar, watching my 3 girls in gymnastics, lacrosse, field hockey, and volleyball.

Education & Training

PhD, Seton Hall University

MS, East Stroudsburg University

BS, SUNY Cortland

LAT

ATC

Special Interests

Biomechanics, accreditation of advanced practice training in athletic training (residency, fellowship), clinical education, collaborative practice

Awards

Frank George Award (2019): Awarded by the Boston University Athletic Training program for significant contributions to the athletic training profession

Noteworthy publications & presentations

Manspeaker SA, Young JP, Wilkins NA, et al. Preparing the Athletic Trainer for Interprofessional Collaborative Practice: A Report From the Association for Athletic Training Education-Research Network. International Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training. 2024;29(3):115-118. doi:10.1123/ijatt.2023-0065 Dorice A. Hankemeier, Richelle M. Williams, Nicole A. Wilkins, Sarah A. Manspeaker, Chad Clements, Stacy E. Walker, Justin Young, Lindsey E. Eberman; Interprofessional Collaborative Practice in Professional and Residency Athletic Training Programs: A Report from the Association of Athletic Training Education Research Network. Athletic Training Education Journal 1 April 2024; 19 (2): 84–94. doi: https://doi.org/10.4085/1062-6050-043.23 Singe SM, Myers SL, Campbell M, Clements C, Eberman LE. Perceived challenges of clinical immersion in professional master’s programs: a report from the Athletic Training Clinical Education Network. Athl Train Educ J. 2020;15(1):18–25.

Campus Involvement

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