Program Overview

Pre-Physician Assistant

Why choose pre-physician assistant at WSU?

  • You will be adequately prepared for post-graduate studies in a pre-medical professional field.
     
  • You will have resources such as facutly, staff and advisors who have years of experience in the medical field and can offer expert advice and insight.

  • You will be getting involved in a field that is exciting and can make a difference to many individuals.

What do physician assistants do?

A physician assistant is a licensed health care provider who practices medicine under the supervision of a physician. A PA is trained to perform physical exams, make a diagnosis, treat, teach preventative medicine, order tests and procedures, assist in surgery and write prescriptions. A PA works closely with a physician, but must be able to work alone and make decisions regarding patient care.

For more information, go to Career Services,

American Academy of
Physician Assistants
,
or
Physician Assistant 
Education Association

   

What classes should I take now?

Required/recommended classes
  

Research PA schools to learn more information about courses required/recommended.

PA School List 2010

What will I learn in the program?

When you complete the rigorous study of pre-medicine you'll learn the principles of study as well as the necessary study habits to be ready for post-graduate studies.

Where can I find out more about the program?

Pre-medical Professional Programs
Weber State University
2512 University Circle
Ogden UT, 84408-2512
phone: 801-626-7509
Faculty Contact: Dr. Karen Nakaoka knakaoka@weber.edu  

Department Phone: 801-626-7755

Is there an application process for the pre-physician assistant program at WSU?

There is no application deadline, but we encourage you to meet early and often with an advisor from the pre-professional programs. Contact the program office for specific information or to schedule an advisement time.

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Weber State University

Ogden, Utah 84408