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.

Curriculum

Year 1, Spring

PA 607 Introduction to the Physician's Assistant Profession 1
PA 631 Bioethics & Research Methodology 1
PA 644 Human Anatomy 4
PA 649 Human Physiology & Basic Pathophysiology 3
PA 656 Public Health 1
PA 657 Introduction to Clinical Medicine 2
PA 700 Care of Underserved and Vulnerable Populations 2
PA 704* Physical Exam & Documentation I 2
Semester Total 16

Year 1, Summer

PA 617 Clinical Problem Solving I 1
PA 624 Pharmacotherapeutics I 2
PA 662 Pathophysiology 3
PA 658 Hematologic Systems 2
PA 692 Dermatologic Systems 2
PA 694 Eyes, Ears, Nose, & Throat 2
PA 706* Diagnostic Medicine & Radiology 1
Semester Total 13

Year 1, Fall

PA 618 Clinical Problem Solving II 2
PA 625 Pharmacotherapeutics II 3
PA 659 Cardiovascular System 6
PA 664 Pulmonary System 3
PA 666 Renal System 2
PA 668 Clinical Skills 1
PA 689 Genitourinary System 2
PA 697 Psychiatry and Behavioral Science 3
PA 705* Physical Examination & Documentation II 2
Semester Total 24

Year 2, Spring

PA 619 Clinical Problem Solving III 2
PA 626 Pharmacotherapeutics III 3
PA 671 Gastrointestinal System 4
PA 673 Endocrine System 2
PA 675 Neurologic System 3
PA 677 Musculoskeletal System 3
PA 681 Reproductive System 3
PA 699 Clinical Year Orientation 1
IP 711 Foundations and TeamSTEPPS 1
Semester Total 22

Year 2, Summer

PA 670 Clinical Rotation I 5
PA 672 Clinical Rotation III 5
PA 674 Clinical Rotation III 5
Semester Total 15

Year 2, Fall

PA 676 Clinical Rotation IV 5
PA 678 Clinical Rotation V 5
PA 679 Clinical Rotation VI 5
Semester Total 15

Year 3, Spring

PA 680 Clinical Rotation VII 5
PA 682 Clinical Rotation VIII 5
PA 701* Summative Evaluation 3
Semester Total 13
Curriculum Total 118

* Course requires brief in-person immersion sessions