"The Best way to predict your Future is to create it."

Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of the United States 

The MPTA places tremendous value on our student members. The student members of today will become the future leaders of our organization. Our student members are truly creating their own future; at a very early stage in their careers they see the value in their profressional organization.

Each month the MPTA will place a spotlight on one of our tremendous student physical therapists or student physical therapist assistants. Please contact Sylvia Czuppon, MPTA Social Media Chair, if you would like to recommend a student for our Spotlight page.  

The May Student Spotlight Shines on

Justin Pritchett!!

 

• Summa Cum Laude (4.0 GPA throughout program)
• Dean’s List (All semesters) 
• Career and Technical Education Scholarship
• Jefferson Memorial Health Scholarship

• Retail store manager 15+ years
• Personal Trainer 4+ years through NASM at Gold’s Gym

Other Accomplishments:

• NASM Certified Personal Trainer                    
• Golf Correction Specialist (Leadbetter Golf)
• Fitness Nutrition Specialist (NASM)
• Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM)

Professional Goals:

Once graduating from Jefferson College in May 2017, I have hopes to work in a Skilled Nursing Facility while continuing my education by completing the bridge program with Missouri Baptist College working towards a Bachelor’s in Healthcare Management.  I have hopes to someday take on the role of a Program Director within a Skilled Nursing Facility.

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I am a health and fitness enthusiast, and love to help others reach their goals of wellness in their lives.  I love to constantly challenge myself both physically and mentally to reach new heights.  My hobbies include water sport activities, weight lifting, and running.  I have completed two Full Marathons, five Half Marathons, two Tough Mudders, one 10k, and numerous 5k’s, to continue to push myself to new limits.  I have built American Ninja Warrior obstacles in my backyard in hopes to someday be able to try out for the show. I strive to motivate others to do the best of their abilities, and provide the positive encouragement necessary to help others succeed.

- Justin

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