Summative Course

Catalog description

The purpose of this course is to draw on the medical knowledge, and clinical and interpersonal skills that have been acquired throughout the curriculum that culminate in summative program evaluations. These summative evaluations must be completed satisfactorily in order to pass the course and progress to graduation. The elements of the summative evaluations consist of medical knowledge, clinical skills, professionalism, and communication and interpersonal skills. In addition, students will attend lectures that will help them prepare for the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE), and will present professional case presentations. Fall III - Phase III. Successful completion of both the theory and lab components of the course is required to pass the course.Co-requisite: PAL 5800