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Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS)

Become a highly trained medical professional who can work in all healthcare settings.

Program Types
Master
Entry-to-practice
Faculties
Unit
Location
Program Start
January
Program Options
Course-based
Practicum

Why choose this program?

The Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) will provide you with comprehensive training in various areas such as clinical medicine, patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, pharmacology, and surgical procedures.

You will also gain practical experience through clinical rotations in various healthcare settings, including primary care, surgical services, medical services, psychiatric services, and emergency departments.

The first program of its kind in the Maritime Provinces, the MPAS will provide you with the skills, knowledge, and training required to increase access to care and make a significant contribution to health and wellbeing of Nova Scotians.Ìý

Careers

An integral part of the healthcare team, PAs work in family physicians’ offices and hospitals, providing essential support by conducting patient assessments, ordering diagnostic tests, assisting in procedures, and managing patient care. They can also be found in outpatient and specialty clinics, delivering primary care services, diagnosing and treating common ailments, and offering preventive healthcare.

Admission requirements

You'll need to meet theÌýFaculty of Graduate Studies minimum requirementsÌýas well as any program-specific admissions requirements before you can apply.


Financial information

At Â鶹´«Ã½, we want our students to focus on their studies, rather than worry about their personal finances. We offer competitive tuition rates and funding programs to support graduate students in almost all of our professional master's degree programs.

Program options

Internship: Participate in clinical rotations to build your hands-on, practical skills

All graduate programs at Â鶹´«Ã½ are collaboratively delivered by a home Faculty and theÌýFaculty of Graduate Studies.

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