Program start date | Application deadline |
2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The University of Manitoba's Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) is a 25-month graduate program that prepares students for the national certification exam and licensure in Manitoba. The program combines classroom learning with clinical rotations in various medical and surgical environments. Graduates are qualified to work as physician assistants in a variety of clinical settings, including primary care, specialty practices, and hospital-based roles.
Program Outline
Outline:
The Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) at the University of Manitoba is a nationally accredited, 25-month coursework-based graduate program designed to educate generalist medical providers who are eligible for the national certification exam and qualify for physician assistant licensure in Manitoba. The program is a comprehensive learning experience that consists of an academic first-year composed of classroom, small group, and self-study work, followed by 13 months of clinical rotations in various medical and surgical environments throughout Manitoba. The program prepares graduates to provide quality patient-centered care and to navigate the complexities of the healthcare system.
Teaching:
The University of Manitoba's Physician Assistant Studies program employs a variety of teaching methods to deliver its curriculum. These methods include traditional lectures, small group discussions, problem-based learning, and simulation-based training. The program also emphasizes patient-centered care, with students actively involved in patient care experiences throughout their training. The faculty consists of experienced physician assistants, physicians, and other healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing students with a high-quality education.
Careers:
Graduates of the MPAS program are qualified to work as physician assistants in a variety of clinical settings, including primary care, specialty practices, consulting, and hospital-based roles. They are eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba and are qualified to practice medicine under the supervision of a physician.
Entry Requirements:
- A four-year Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a health sciences field, from a college or university recognized by the University of Manitoba. Students in their fourth and final year of study may apply.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 in the last two full years (60 credit hours) of study. Applicants should be aware that a competitive GPA for the program is 3.5.
- Undergraduate courses in human anatomy, physiology and biochemistry are required (a minimum three credit hours of each) if they were not taken in the Bachelor’s degree.
- Microbiology and psychology are asset courses.
- Applicants must complete or register to take the TakeAltus (CASPer) required Situational Judgement Test prior to the January 15 application deadline. For more information, please visit the TakeAltus website.
- Unlike many other graduate studies programs, applicants do not require advisors or supervisors to apply to the program.
- The College of Physician and Surgeons of Manitoba (the Manitoba Physician Assistant regulatory agency) and the Max Rady College of Medicine requires an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 7.0 across all bands for Registration on the Educational Registry. As MPAS students must be eligible for registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba on the Education Registry, the 7.0 scores are required for program acceptance and the Physician Assistant Registry.
Language Proficiency Requirements
- The College of Physician and Surgeons of Manitoba (the Manitoba Physician Assistant regulatory agency) and the Max Rady College of Medicine requires an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 7.0 across all bands for Registration on the Educational Registry. As MPAS students must be eligible for registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba on the Education Registry, the 7.0 scores are required for program acceptance and the Physician Assistant Registry.