Physician Assistant M.S.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. To provide a program of study and experience that equips students with current scientific, technical, and evidence-based medical knowledge necessary to appropriately evaluate and manage the patient.

2. To provide students with the skills required to ask and answer research questions and answer those questions in an evidence-based format.

3. To help students develop skills in human relations, ethical behavior, and communication that enhances their ability to work effectively with others and function as compassionate and sensitive medical care providers.

4. To assist students to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to collaborate effectively with peers and other health professionals.

5. To help students appreciate the larger field of knowledge beyond their own discipline and recognize the importance of lifelong learning as a vehicle to enhance professional growth and development.

6. To foster a strong appreciation of the value of human diversity and engender in students the desire to use their professional skills in the service of others, regardless of such factors as race, ethnicity, gender, religion, age, disability, creed, or sexual orientation.

7. To help the student understand healthcare disparities and reduce their impact on patient care.

8. To facilitate student appreciation of his/her responsibility as a community role model.

9. To increase student awareness of the importance of participation in community service activities.