The school I want to apply to requires 500+ hours of direct patient care, including patient care technician, EMT, or CNA. Coursework that requires certification is ideal.
What does a PA program look more highly upon? I have a BS in chemistry and can crank out the last few prerequisites over the next 2 semesters while working full time. If all goes well, I'd be an applicant for the Fall 2011 semester. I was thinking EMT may be the way to go...I can get it in 6 months and work it for a few months and apply to programs. EMT courses are offered both by Respond Right and by a community college....I'm not sure which one is more favorable. I inquired with the admissions department about it.
What should I pursue in order to obtain the direct patient care hours?
What does a PA program look more highly upon? I have a BS in chemistry and can crank out the last few prerequisites over the next 2 semesters while working full time. If all goes well, I'd be an applicant for the Fall 2011 semester. I was thinking EMT may be the way to go...I can get it in 6 months and work it for a few months and apply to programs. EMT courses are offered both by Respond Right and by a community college....I'm not sure which one is more favorable. I inquired with the admissions department about it.
What should I pursue in order to obtain the direct patient care hours?