PAJP 401 - Professional Practice Seminar

This course is designed to give the Physician Assistant student a deeper understanding of the legal responsibilities associated with licensure as a Physician Assistant who is entering clinical practice. Emphasis is placed on understanding the workings of the legal system, the laws affecting Physician Assistant clinical practice, the rules and regulations that govern the profession at the state, and when indicated the national, level, and the role of state licensing boards, as well as the influence of professional associations, in policymaking. Topics covered will include the history of the PA profession, to the PA profession’s role in the Affordable Care Act. Additionally, this course will cover interprofessional practice and ethical considerations.

Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Total Hours: 30

Credits: 2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Repeatable (# of times)
0
Grade Type
Letter