A preceptor is a certified/licensed professional who teaches and/or evaluates students in a clinical setting using an actual patient base*. Throughout the Marshall Athletic Training program, students work in clinical environments with a preceptor, who provides formal instruction and evaluation of students’ clinical proficiencies.
These clinical experiences teach students to apply athletic training principles to real-world injuries and healthcare settings. Preceptors also serve as mentors, evaluating students’ professional behavior and communication skills and exposing them to career opportunities available to certified Athletic Trainers.
Meet Our Preceptors
Robert Chafin
Spring Valley High School
Chris Lapole
Marshall Men’s Basketball
Brandi Anders
Marshall Women’s Basketball
Jared Muth
Marshall Football
Nick Dailey
Cabell Midland High School
Not Pictured:
Andrew Bumgarner
Marshall Baseball
*This definition is provided by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) here.
