Master of Physician Assistant California

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Program Mission Statement

The West Coast University Physician Assistant Program of California provides an intentionally immersive learning environment focused on clinical and cultural competence, personal wellness and insight, and ethical responsibility. Through our unique approach to transformational education and student support, we prepare medical professionals to demonstrate competent, compassionate person-centric care with respect and equity to all communities served.

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Medical Knowledge (MK): Apply comprehensive, evidence-based medical knowledge to deliver holistic, person-centered, and equitable care across the lifespan.

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Interpersonal and Communication Skills (IS): Demonstrate compassionate, culturally responsive, and effective communication with patients and interprofessional healthcare teams.

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Clinical and Technical Skills (CTS) Perform clinical and technical skills for safe, effective, and patient-centered care.

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Clinical Reasoning and Problem-Solving (CR): Synthesize clinical, cultural, and contextual information to formulate differential diagnoses and management plans.

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Professional Behaviors (P) Demonstrate integrity, accountability, and commitment to ethical practice and interprofessional collaboration in healthcare systems.