PRE-MEDICAL SEMINAR

Catalog description

A seminar-based course designed to introduce students to the various graduate medical programs, including: physician (MD and DO), dentistry, veterinary, podiatry, optometry, pharmacy, physical and occupational therapy, and physician assistant. Students will discuss current healthcare issues, explore health programs and institutions, and be provided formal assistance as they prepare for programs in medicine. Students will develop strategies for admission, writing personal statements, participating in mock interviews, determining plans for letters of recommendation, and discussing individual credentials for these programs. One hour lecture per week with additional time to be determined by individual needs. Pre-requisites: A grade of 'C' or better in ENGL-101 or satisfactory placement and Math Level C or higher: Core math ready (excluding 153P and 123P) or core math complete. See Course Placement Chart for equivalent courses and test scores. Graded P/F only.