MPAS 5350 Professional Issues for Medical Practice

3 SCH. This course provides introductory-level instruction on a variety of issues relevant to PA professional practice and membership in the profession. Through lecture presentations, class discussions, and group interactions, students are introduced to topics on health care delivery systems, health care policy, patient safety and risk management, quality of care, public health and medical ethics. Students explore issues related to self-assessment, competency, licensure, and inter-professional practice. Assessment is conducted using written assignments, examinations, peer-assessment, and group projects.