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Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMU) was granted Candidacy Status for its new entry-level Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) Bridge Program by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). This program was developed in response to a need in the healthcare education landscape, as only one other university (located in California) in the West offers an MOT bridge program. 

This program was created to serve practicing occupational therapy assistants (OTA) who want to earn a ...

Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Tom Cappaert as the Associate Vice Provost after successfully acting in an interim capacity. Dr. Cappaert has been with RMU for more than 12 years, serving as the Program Director for the Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences (PhD), Associate Director for the Office of Research, and Senior Faculty member in the PhD program.

“Dr. Cappaert was able to showcase his abilities and has served me well as the ...

Marking a pivotal moment in Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMU) history, Cameron K. Martin, PhD, took the oath of office as the graduate healthcare institution’s second president on Friday, October 6 at the Utah Valley Convention Center. Students, faculty, staff, community members, and local and national education, healthcare, business, nonprofit, political, and community figures attended the inauguration ceremony, filling the hall with an atmosphere of anticipation and excitement for Martin’s tenure as president.

“I am humbled and excited to ...

Dr. Court Wilkins was named Utah Optometrist of the Year 2023 by the Utah Optometrist Association (UOA). Dr. Wilkins exemplifies excellence in his field as a practicing optometrist, philanthropist, and Assistant Dean of Clinical Affairs for the College of Optometry at Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMU) in Provo. 

“For two months, Dr. Wilkins would not tell me that he’d been awarded Utah’s Optometrist of the Year because he was afraid I’d brag about him,” said Dr. Adam Hickenbothem, Dean ...

After successfully serving in an interim capacity for a year, Malissa Martin, EdD, ATC, has been officially named Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs and Provost at Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMU).

“Dr. Martin’s years of higher education leadership, teaching, and research have produced remarkable results and made her a national thought leader,” said RMU President Cameron K. Martin, PhD. “RMU’s highly skilled executive leadership team will be complemented by Dr. Martin’s deep commitment to further advancing our academic ...

Accreditation status has been attained by the Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MHC) and Master of Science in School Counseling (MSC) programs at Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMU). Accreditation was granted by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). 

A Bright Future for Counselors

“This is a significant achievement for the counseling program. It is the combination of work that began even before the program started in 2020,” said Dr. Verl Pope, Chair of the Department of Professional ...

Excitement was high today at the Parkview Vision Clinic ribbon cutting. The clinic is located within Parkview Elementary School and is a result of the collaboration between the Salt Lake City School District, Salt Lake Education Foundation, Friends for Sight, and Rocky Mountain University. The aim is to provide essential vision services to students and the local community.

The Parkview Vision Clinic represents a groundbreaking initiative that goes beyond traditional and will profoundly impact the lives of countless children and families ...

Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMU) has announced the hiring of a new Vice President of Technology & Innovation/Chief Information Officer (CIO), Daniel Harmuth. Harmuth began his role on August 14, 2023.

“RMU has a 25-year history of being at the forefront of technology,” said President Cameron 

Martin, PhD. “We are building a highly skilled executive leadership team, and Harmuth is a great addition to our institution. His expertise will help us to harness cutting-edge advancements and digital solutions, ultimately equipping ...

Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMU) has achieved accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) for the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program. This prestigious recognition grants accreditation status to the program for five years with no compliance concerns. 

“Earning accreditation further demonstrates excellence in our program,” said Janet Noles, PhD, APRN, FNP-BC, FAANP, Interim Chair of the Department of Nursing, and RMU Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) & Family Nurse Practioner (FNP) Program Director. “We take great pride in offering ...

Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMU) celebrated a momentous achievement in its 25-year history with the grand opening of its state-of-the-art tower headquarters in Provo, Utah, today. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held at 1800 S. Novell Place, drew more than 200 esteemed guests, including local dignitaries, healthcare educators, and community members.

“The opening of our headquarters marks a significant milestone in our history,” said Cameron Martin, PhD, President and CEO of RMU. “This state-of-the-art facility has been ...