Program Goals 

(* This information is not yet available and will be published in late Spring 2030.)

  1. Maintain a PANCE first-time pass rate at or above 93%.
  2. Achieve 90% employment rate within 12 months of graduation.
  3. Strive for 50% of graduates employed in primary care
  4. Provide all students with at least one clinical rotation in an underserved area.
  5. Maintain clinical preceptor retention rate of ≥ 80%.
  6. Maintain ≥ 85% first-time pass rate on program summative evaluations.
  7. Maintain graduation rate of ≥ 90% of matriculated students.
  8. Maintain ARC-PA accreditation status.

Outcomes:

(*The FMU-Physician Assistant will publish the specific program outcomes for each goal after the graduation of the first cohort in late spring 2030 and yearly thereafter.)

Program Required Competencies:

  1. Medical Knowledge
  2. Clinical Reasoning
  3. Problem Solving
  4. Patient Care/Clinical & Technical Skills
  5. Interpersonal and Communication Skills
  6. Professionalism

FMU-PA Program Competencies: 

At the completion of the Program, graduates will be able to:

Medical Knowledge

  • Master core knowledge in basic and clinical sciences and apply it to patient care.
  • Stay current with emerging medical research and integrate new knowledge into practice.

Clinical Reasoning

  • Analyze patient history, physical examination findings, and diagnostic study results to formulate a prioritized differential diagnosis for patients presenting with undifferentiated signs and symptoms.

Problem Solving

  • Synthesize data obtained through a comprehensive assessment to develop and justify evidence-based appropriate treatment and management plans.

Patient Care/Clinical & Technical Skills

  • Provide compassionate, patient-centered care that is effective and appropriate for health promotion and disease treatment.
  • Competently perform medical, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures.

Interpersonal and Communication Skills

  • Communicate clearly and effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
  • Exhibit empathy, active listening, and cultural sensitivity in all interactions.
  • Build therapeutic relationships with patients and work collaboratively within healthcare teams.

Professionalism

  • Demonstrate a strong commitment to ethical principles, professional responsibilities, and regulatory requirements.
  • Show respect and sensitivity to diverse patient populations and engage in ongoing professional development.
  • Adhere to ethical standards, including confidentiality, informed consent, and patient autonomy.