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Career ResearchHunter Flanagan
Master’s of Physician Assistant Studies (MUSC)Minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 in a four-year
bachelor’s program.GRE scores in the 50th percentile or higherAt least 3 reference letters (at least one
should be from a health care provider)Successful applicants average 500 hours of
patient care experience (not required)
Master’s of Physician Assistant Studies
Non-cognitive admission factors: Leadership Volunteerism Diversity of life experience Overcoming adversity
Skills and attitudes: Rapid reading and comprehension ability Quick adaptation Compassion Learning is lifelong, not just a means to an end Social awareness and empathy
Courses I need to take before graduating from Clemson University: Medical Terminology Genetics
Physician Assistant as a Career
86,700 jobs in 2012 growing at a rate of 38% (much faster than average occupation)
Salary of $90,930 per year or $43.72 per hour Master’s degree is required with a science focused
undergraduate degree O*Net compatible skills:
Communication skills Compassion Detail oriented Emotional stability Problem solving
Physician Assistant
In my O*Net profile, Investigative and Realistic were the top two characteristics, which correlate with detail orientation and problem solving Social was the fourth highest characteristic,
which corresponds to communication, compassion, and emotional stability
Being realistic and investigative, I enjoy the small details found in data analysis as well as the investigative problem solving that is key in clinical diagnosis and treatment
Master’s of Epidemiology/Public Health (Boston University)Both programs within the university have the
same requirementsMinimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 in a bachelor’s
programGRE score in the 50th percentile or higherGMAT or MCAT are also suitable entrance
examinationsAcademic transcripts
Master’s of Epidemiology/Public
Health3 letters of recommendation required, at least
one should be from a health care providerRésumé or CVStatement of purpose and objectives
Reasoning for choosing the program Objectives or outcomes for courses under study Plans for post-graduation
Previous experience is valued in the admissions process
Epidemiologist as a Career
5,100 jobs in 2012 growing at a rate of 10% (average for all occupations)
Salary of $65,270 per year or $31.38 per hour A masters degree is required, typically in public health with
an emphasis on epidemiology O*Net compatible skills:
Communication skills Critical thinking Detail oriented Math skills Statistical skills Teaching skills
Epidemiologist
Epidemiology was the most intriguing course in my time at Clemson
The O*Net scores showing high realistic and investigative characteristics support the duties of an epidemiologist
Critical thinking, detail orientation, math, statistical analysis, and teaching skills are aspects of the job, and fall into the collective category of realism and investigation
Doctor of Physical Therapy (New York
University) Three-year program requiring a bachelor’s of science attainment
with a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 Anatomy, physiology, biology, chemistry, and physics are major
prerequisites for admission GRE with a score in the 50th percentile or higher A minimum of 1 day (8 hours) of observation in at least 3
different physical therapy environments Hospital Rehabilitation clinic
2 admissions essays Public speaking course is highly valued in admission
considerations
Physical Therapist as a Career
204,200 jobs in 2012 growing at a rate of 36% (faster than average occupation)
Salary of $79,860 per year or $38.39 per hour A three-year doctor of physical therapy degree is required O*Net compatible skills:
Compassion Dexterity Interpersonal skills Detail oriented Physical stamina Resourcefulness
Physical Therapist
Detail orientation and resourcefulness apply to the characteristics of investigative and realistic Resourcefulness is the ability to create
rehabilitation programs and adapt to patient needs
A high artistic score also plays into this job responsibility
High social skills are needed to successfully communicate and interact with patients, creating a comfortable and productive environment