D. Israelsen

Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, Inc is a fully accredited graduate-level institution specializing in healthcare education. The private company is based in Provo, UT. It offers master’s, doctoral, and certificate programs in disciplines such as counseling, health sciences, nursing, occupational therapy, optometric medicine, physical therapy, physician assistant/associate studies, and speech-language pathology. Programs are delivered through online, hybrid, and limited-residency formats to accommodate working professionals. The university emphasizes evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, inclusivity, and service, and provides student support services including counseling, wellness programs, disability accommodations, and advocacy. The nursing department offers advanced practice degrees and certificates, including MSN and DNP programs with specialties such as family nurse practitioner and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Additional offerings include prerequisite courses, post-master’s certificates, residencies, and fellowships. Research is supported through grants, resources, and ethical oversight, and academic success is facilitated by library services and instructional resources. The company was founded in 1998 by Richard P. Nielsen. The CEO is Cameron K. Martin.