Pre-physician Assistant/Physician Assistant - Central Michigan University

Pre-physician Assistant/Physician Assistant from Central Michigan University is a Campus Associate Health Aide degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. The pre-physician assistant pre-professional prepares students for entrance into Central Michigan University's nationally recognized physician assistant program or for study in other professional schools. Consider some key features of this program: * Practical learning and research opportunities in advanced clinical facilities, laboratories, and classrooms equipped with some of the latest technology and equipment * Outstanding academic history: CMU's physician assistant class posted the best score in the nation on the first-year standardized Physician Assistant Clinical Knowledge Rating Assessment Tool Exam, scoring 17 percent higher than the national average * A specific advisor to guide and help students in selecting an undergraduate major and course work * Professional development through on-campus organizations such as the Pre-PA Club Career outlook According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, for all occupations through the year 2014: * Employment of physician assistants is expected to grow 27 percent or more, ranking among the fastest growing occupations. * Physicians and institutions are expected to employ more physician assistants to provide primary care and to assist with medical and surgical procedures. * Physician assistants should find a growing number of jobs in institutional settings such as hospitals, academic medical centers, public clinics, and prisons. Career options Graduates of the pre-physician assistant program and a related major at CMU will be well-prepared for graduate or professional study and will find career opportunities in a variety of settings. Some of these areas may require additional education. * Geriatric facilities * Hospitals and Managed Care Facilities * Private Clinics * Public Schools * Rehabilitation Centers * Research Centers * Sports Medicine Clinics * University-based Physician Assistant Education * Urgent Care Medical Centers View more details on Central Michigan University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Health Aide courses.