Pitt's Athletic Training program is one of a few in the country that requires students to earn their EMT certification prior to admission, helping to prepare students with the skills to save a life.
Pitt alumnus Ed Strapp, an athletic trainer and paramedic, has spent almost 20 years working with elite athletes and will be supporting Team USA in Paris as a medical volunteer.
Athletic Training alumna Ashley Koto is a physical therapist and athletic trainer with USA Gymnastics who will spend two weeks in Paris with the team.
A career in rehabilitation technology combines personal experience, academic pursuit and a passion for making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. Kayden Gill, a 2023 graduate of the Master of Rehabilitation Technology program, shared his journey, experiences and aspirations within this dynamic industry.
Learn how a degree in occupational therapy at Pitt could lead you to a career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with disabilities.
Zahraa Khanafer (MSOT ’23) grew up in Kuwait and practiced occupational therapy there after receiving her bachelor’s degree. Here, she shares why she chose to study abroad at Pitt OT and how transformative the program has been on her career!
Tahani Almutairi (MSOT ’23), who lives in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, shares her experience as a student who graduated from the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program.
Mutrik Alajmi (MSOT ’22), who lives in Colorado, shares his experience as a student who graduated from the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program.
Michelle Acosta, 2023 alumna of Pitt’s Doctor of PA Studies (DPAS) program, will be starting a new role with UPMC as the director of Advanced Practice for the Department of Neurosurgery.
Britney Beatrice is both an instructor for and alumna of SHRS. Beatrice shares her research experience both as a former student and presently as faculty.
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