Physician Assistant Program Curriculum

Female medical instructure working with students and patient.

About

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What is a Physician Assistant?
Goals
Mission, Visions, Values
Accreditation Status
Faculty

Female medical instructor working with students and patient in clinical setting.

Admissions

Admission Requirements
Technical Standards
Dates & Deadlines
Tuition, Fees and Estimated Costs
Geographically Distance Campuses
Advancement Placement Policy

Female medical instructor working with students and patient in simulation setting.

Curriculum

Overview
Curriculum Components & Credit Hours
Defined Competencies
 

Female medical instructor working with students and patient in clinical setting.

Handbook, Policies & Data

Student Handbook
Policies
Data

Physician assistant students in an simulation class with a patient

Resources and FAQs

FAQs
Financial Aid and Scholarship

PA Curriculum Competencies

U of A Program Defined Competencies

  • Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of biomedical, clinical and behavioral sciences essential to safe and effective patient care. (Medical Knowledge) PC.1  
  • Perform essential clinical and technical skills to address the physical, mental and overall well-being of patients. (Clinical and Technical Skills) PC. 2  
  • Apply clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills to improve patient outcomes. (Clinical Reasoning and Problem-Solving) PC. 3  
  • Demonstrate empathic, inclusive and culturally responsive communication in patient engagement and interprofessional collaboration. (Interpersonal and Communication Skills) PC. 4
  • Exhibit professional behaviors that reflect ethical practice, respect and accountability consistent with the PA scope of practice. (Professional Behaviors) PC. 5