Idaho State University Undergraduate Catalog 2009-2010

Department of Physician Assistant Studies

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Program

The Physician Assistant (PA) Program at Idaho State University awards the Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) degree and a PA certificate upon successful completion of its 24-month graduate curriculum. A new class of students is enrolled each fall semester. In addition to a baccalaureate degree, students must have a cumulative GPA opf 3.0 or higher for the following required prerequisite courses:  Biochemistry, Microbiology, Anatomy, Physiology, Statistics and Abnormal Psychology. For information about requirements and courses, please refer to the Graduate Catalog.

Accreditation

The program is fully accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on the Education of Physician Assistants, Inc. (ARC-PA). Graduates of this program are eligible to take the NCCPA’s Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE).

 

Undergraduate Course

PAS g489 Independent Problems in Physician Assistant Studies 1-3 credits. Explores the field of Physician Assistant through experiential learning predominantly by participating in research with PA program faculty. May be repeated for up to 3 credits. PREREQ: Approval of PA Director. F, S

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