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Our Mission
The mission of the Master of Athletic Training program at the University of Utah is to develop confident and competent board-certified athletic training professionals. Our graduates will be highly qualified to practice in a wide variety of settings and become effective members of the healthcare team using a student-focused healthcare curriculum, distinct interprofessional education, community engagement, and stimulating clinical experiences.
Why Choose the University of Utah?
Advanced curriculum and resources available through main campus academics and University of Utah Health's academic medical center.
Interprofessional education with programs across University of Utah Health (Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Dentistry, PA, PT, OT, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology).
Clinical assignments within University of Utah D1 athletics, sports of all levels, high schools, healthcare clinics and systems, performing arts, industrial settings, and many others.
Immersive clinical education by dedicating the entire second program year to full-time, hands-on practice anywhere in the nation with no competing in-person coursework.
Successful faculty recognized nationally for their clinical, research, and professional backgrounds.
Program Personnel
Justin H. Rigby, PhD, ATC, LAT
Associate Professor (Clinical), Director of Athletic Training Program
Craig L. Switzler, DHSc, ATC
Associate Professor (Clinical), Director of Clinical Education, Athletic Training
