Master of Science in Health Sciences in the Field of Physician Assistant

The master of science in health sciences in the field of physician assistant studies prepares individuals to practice medicine on health care teams with physicians and other providers. Students are prepared to provide care across the lifespan to patients from diverse populations in various clinical settings. It prepares individuals to work collaboratively in interprofessional patient centered teams.

The curriculum consists of 104 credits of professional coursework over twenty-four months of full-time study beginning in the summer session. The program curriculum emphasizes a scholarly approach to medicine, development of organizational and critical-thinking skills, and evidence-based medicine. The professional curriculum for PA education includes applied medical, behavioral and social sciences; patient assessment, clinical medicine, clinical specialties, health policy, professional practice issues, professional conduct and supervised clinical practice. The first twelve months are devoted to classroom and laboratory instruction including standardized patients, simulation activities and pre-clinical experiences. The final twelve months consist of six-week full time clerkships in seven areas of medicine plus an elective clerkship at regionally and nationally located clinical sites. 

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The following requirements must be fulfilled: 104 credits in required courses.