The Master of Science (MS) in PA Studies is a 131-credit course of study that includes a didactic (classroom) phase followed by a clinical phase (rotations). The degree requirements and course description are listed in the academic catalog.
The didactic phase is delivered in person, on campus. The didactic curriculum is delivered in a modular format: rather than semester-long courses, modules are anywhere from one to four weeks, focusing on specific organ systems and the medicine related to their care.
The clinical phase occurs over the last 12 months of the program. During this phase, students will travel to rotations to learn with preceptors in the field.
- Travel is required for all students.
- As with other health professions programs, students are expected to adhere to CDC recommendations and immunization requirements set forth by the State of Oregon and clinical placement sites.
- Students are not required to provide or solicit clinical sites or preceptors.
- Complete policies and procedures describing student requirements can be found in the student handbook.
The program is designed to be completed with full-time study for 27 months. Students are strongly encouraged not to work while enrolled in the school. Any student who chooses to work is required to attend all program related activities and will not be granted an excused absence for work obligations.