Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies - Hybrid

The Master of Science in Pathologist’s Assistant Studies - Hybrid program prepares students with the knowledge and technical skills necessary to assist in the examination and dissection of human tissues, including surgical and autopsy specimens. Delivered in a hybrid format, the program integrates didactic instruction, laboratory training, and clinical rotations to ensure competency in all aspects of a pathologist’s assistant practice.

Note: This program is scheduled to begin in the 2026–2027 academic year. Applications will open on July 1, 2026. Specific program schedules remain tentative, with the first cohort anticipated to begin in spring 2027.

Curriculum

Year 1, Spring

PA607	Introduction to the Physician's Assistant Profession	1
PA631	Bioethics & Research Methodology	1
PA644	Human Anatomy	4
PA649	Human Physiology & Basic Pathophysiology	3
PA656	Public Health	1
PA657	Introduction to Clinical Medicine	2
PA700	Care of Underserved & Vulnerable Populations	2
PA704*	Physical Exam & Documentation I	2
Semester Total		16

Year 1, Summer

PA617	Clinical Problem Solving I	1
PA624	Pharmacotherapeutics I	2
PA662	Pathophysiology	3
PA658	Hematologic Systems	2
PA692	Dermatologic Systems	2
PA694	Eyes, Ears, Nose, & Throat	2
PA706*	Diagnostic Medicine & Radiology	1
Semester Total		13

Year 1, Fall

PA618	Clinical Problem Solving II	2
PA625	Pharmacotherapeutics II	3
PA659	Cardiovascular System	6
PA664	Pulmonary System	3
PA666	Renal System	2
PA668	Clinical Skills I	1
PA689	Genitourinary System	2
PA697	Psychiatry & Behavioral Science	3
PA705*	Physical Examination & Documentation II	2
Semester Total		24

Year 2, Spring

PA619	Clinical Problem Solving III	2
PA626	Pharmacotherapeutics III	3
PA671	Gastrointestinal System	4
PA673	Endocrine System	2
PA675	Neurologic System	3
PA677	Musculoskeletal System	3
PA681	Reproductive System	3
PA699	Clinical Year Orientation	1
IP711	Foundations & TeamSTEPPS	1
Semester Total		22

Year 2, Summer

PA670	Clinical Rotation I	5
PA672	Clinical Rotation II	5
PA674	Clinical Rotation III	5
Semester Total		15

Year 2, Fall

PA676	Clinical Rotation IV	5
PA678	Clinical Rotation V	5
PA679	Clinical Rotation VI	5
Semester Total		15

Year 3, Spring

PA680	Clinical Rotation VII	5
PA682	Clinical Rotation VIII	5
PA701*	Summative Evaluation	3
Semester Total		13

Curriculum Total

118

* Course requires brief in-person immersion sessions