The Physician Assistant Profession

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This course provides an historical perspective of the Physician Assistant profession, as well as an investigation of current trends and issues. The course stresses the professional responsibilities in relation to the Physician Assistant's role as a health care provider. Content relating to medical ethics and the NCCPA code of ethics, Physician Assistant professional organizations, professionalism, the medical team, program accreditation, graduate certification and re-certification, employment considerations and professional liability are included. This course will also include Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) competency acquisition.