Part V:Graduate/Transfer

1.      What is your career objective?

a.       My career objective is to work in the field of emergency medicine and public health. I chose the career of a physician assistant.

2.      Which degree(s) do you need to achieve your career objective?  Does your career require a 2-year or 4-year College Degree?

a.       A bachelor of science in is required to even apply for most programs the US. They do offer 2 year programs at many community colleges around the country but are tough to get into and many times unaccredited.

3.      What are the program admission requirements (i.e. graduate exams, prerequisites, etc.)?

a.       A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution is sometimes required. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. A minimum of 16 semester units in biological sciences. A minimum of 8 semester units of chemistry and statistics 

4.      List the typical course work required for the undergraduate program

a.       The typical course work during undergraduate consist of many premed classes. These classes include microbiology, anatomy and physiology. Many hours of community service are also required as they prove dedication to pursuing a career in this field.

5.      What Colleges offer your program in California?  Be specific.

a.       Football Community college, Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science, Western University of Health Sciences, Loma Linda University, Riverside Community College, Samuel Merritt University, San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia, University of Southern California, Toro University and Moreno Valley College