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Physician Assistant Program Academic Standards

Students are required to maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher to continue and/or graduate from the Keiser University Master of Science in Physician Assistant program. Students are required to maintain a minimum grade of B (80%) in all courses.

Requirements for Successful Completion of the Didactic Phase

  • Students must successfully complete all assessments, including but not limited to written, oral, and skills examinations and maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
  • Students must demonstrate skills required necessary for clinical practice as determined by the faculty of the Physician Assistant Program.
  • Students must receive a satisfactory evaluation from their academic advisor by meeting all academic and professional standards (professional standards guidelines are outlined in the appendix).
  • Students must comply with the Guidelines for Ethical Code of Conduct for the Physician Assistant Profession.
  • Students must maintain a professional demeanor as a physician assistant student evidenced (but not limited) by attendance, active participation in all classes, lectures, seminars, and clinical experiences as designated by the faculty of the Physician Assistant program.
  • Students must complete the didactic phase PACKRAT exam.
  • Students maintain compliance through Sentry MD at all times.
  • Students must meet the program technical standards

Requirements for Successful Completion of the Clinical Phase

  • Students must satisfactorily complete the nine clinical rotations, including end of rotation exams and end of rotation evaluations, preceptor evaluations and maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA
  • Students must demonstrate required skills necessary for clinical practice and professional behaviors as determined by the faculty of the Physician Assistant program.  This includes the clinical preceptors and other faculty.
  • Students must comply with the Guidelines for Ethical Code of Conduct for the Physician Assistant Profession.
  • Students must maintain a professional demeanor as a physician assistant student evidenced by attending and active participation in in all classes, lectures, seminars and clinical experiences as designated by the faculty of the Physician Assistant program, including preceptor faculty.
  • Students must complete the clinical phase PACKRAT exam.
  • Students must maintain compliance through Sentry MD at all times.
  • Students must receive a satisfactory evaluation from their academic advisors, program faculty and Committee on Student Progress, by meeting all academic and professional standards.

Graduation Requirements

  • The student must complete the requirements for both the Didactic and Clinical phases of the PA program, along with successful completion of the summative examination.
  • The student must satisfactorily complete the program with a 3.0 cumulative grade point average
  • The students must register and select a date to take the PANCE.

My instructors believed in me. They were more than instructors, they tried to get to know you as a person and tried to understand your goals so they could push you towards them. Student services helped me find a job before I even graduated. Everyone was dedicated to my overall success.

Jessica Kircher

Going to Keiser University was one of the greatest experiences in my life. All of my deans, professors, and staff made me feel that I was a part of something very special, and I am. I would recommend for anyone to get their education at Keiser University.

Belinda Haney

The instructors at Keiser University impacted my life. They believed in my ability to become a great graphic designer, regardless of how I felt about my skills. KU helped to prepare me for the real world and got me to where I am today.

Justin Pugh

If not for my education at Keiser I probably would not be where I am today, in both life and career. It is because of going to Keiser and the instructors I had that I joined a club started by Mr. Williams, The Lakeland Shooters Photography Group, which allowed me to venture into an amazing and very creative field that I use to enhance all aspects of my life.

Anthony Sassano

The Design program at Keiser University was filled with real world learning and hands on instruction… Based on the portfolio I created while a student at Keiser University, I landed a job in Graphic Design for a major online retailer immediately after graduation.

Ty Fitzgerald

The year and a half I spent in the program better prepared me for attaining a job in the field…As a hands-on learner, the project-centered teaching was perfect for me.

Jackson Tejada

Keiser University has given me the opportunity to embrace a career change… It has opened the door for a timely graduation and quick return to the work force…

Dale Caverly

Without the education I received at Keiser University, I would not be where I am today!

Meisha Ebanks, R.N.

I not only received an excellent education but also encouragement and training that built my self-confidence every day.

Nidia Barrios

I realize the amount of knowledge I gained and feel that the educational experiences have developed me in to a person who can move higher up the career ladder.

Carlos Ramirez Flores

Keiser University’s MBA program has renewed my mind, changed the way I think, and given me a new sense of purpose.  The professors transformed my attitude and behavior, gave me the self-confidence I was lacking, and restored my energy.

Connie Sue Centrella

It has been great attending and graduating from Keiser University.  Because of the small class sizes, I was able to build good relationships with classmates and professors.  The PA professors care very much about the progress and success of the students and have been great advisors every step of the way through the program.

Annelise Merriner, PA-C

Attending Keiser University and getting my degree was the best decision I have ever made.  The small class sizes and personalized attention helped me get my degree quickly.  The hands-on experience and the education landed me a job at a neighboring law firm.

Dedrick Saxon

I chose Keiser because it had everything—small classes, caring professors, hands-on learning, and counselors that are really there for you.  I feel like I’m part of a family here, not just a number.

Natalie Dou

After being denied for several promotions at my current employer, I decided that I needed to further my education.  Since graduating from Keiser with my bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, I have been promoted and I am able to obtain positions that weren’t available to me before.

Laurie Williams

Beyond the curriculum of the courses, the lessons the instructors have taught me have paid dividends in my real work experiences. How to respond to criticisms, project and time management, interview skills, the list goes on and on. At the end of the day, they not only showed me how to design, but they taught me how to be a professional.

Ryan Bushey

Keiser helped change my life by getting my education at the right school! I had been going to another school before, I dropped out because I felt that I was not getting enough information. When I found out about Keiser, I was pleased because the instructors were great.

Nadege Dor

My decision to attend Keiser University has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. I chose to enroll in the Information Technology program… The one-class-a-month pace helped incredibly with my self-discipline.

Marla Hadley

The BA for Business Administration at Keiser has to be one of the best in the nation. Keiser takes the basics that are taught at the Associates level and uses them to strengthen your skills and knowledge.

Vivian R. Howard, BA in Business Administration Graduate

I found that Keiser University’s Nuclear Medicine program of advanced studies and small class size was a perfect fit. I never came across a faculty member who wasn’t truly interested.

Gustavo Gonzalez, Nuclear Medicine Technology Graduate