The program consists of two 12-month phases: didactic and clinical. Students will learn about healthcare in a variety of settings and across the lifespan. In addition, the ethical responsibilities of the profession, behavioral aspects of health, roles and responsibilities of the physician assistant, and global aspects of health are covered.

By design, the program offers seven required core rotations in the clinical year, as well as two electives focusing?on students' specific interests. A notable strength of the program is the tremendous support it has received from the regional healthcare community, with?our students being hosted at a wide variety of clinical sites within a 50-60 mile radius of campus.

Furthermore, the program has superior physical space in the new Science and Allied Health Building, which was designed to host a gross anatomy laboratory, standardized patient suites, trauma simulation room, skills laboratory, and a dedicated classroom. In total, the program has over 18,000 square feet assigned to it in the 58,000 square feet building. The program is also designed to have working relationships with other programs on campus, including Biomedical Sciences, Medical Technology and Athletic Training. As potential future allied health programs will share use of the gross anatomy laboratory and standardized patient suite, we believe this will provide an excellent opportunity to foster the development of inter-professional skills.