The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences of communication based simulated patient experience in graduate-level athletic training students and athletic training educators and clinical practitioners serving as mentoring coaches. This mixed methods study included the evaluation of the perceived confidence of athletic training students following simulated patient experiences. Students completed a post confidence survey using the NLN Student Satisfaction and Self-Confidence in Learning, and students and mentoring coaches completed a written reflection following the experience. Participants included 14 athletic training students within a first year cohort and four mentoring coaches.Findings from the survey results include positive mean scores for overall perceived confidence following the simulated patient experience in athletic training students. Student reflections described themes of a positive experience, confidence growth, and focus on patient centered care. Mentoring coach reflections included three themes of challenges during debrief, providing different perspectives, and self-reflection during the experience. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2222/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]