2022-2023 Dept. Learning Outcomes (PDF)
By the time candidates graduate, program completers will:
*Both are informed by expectations of external accrediting organizations
Masters in Physician Assistant Studies
Student Learning Goals:
Goal #1 Outcomes:
1.1 Successfully access and accurately interpret a variety of health care-related data.
1.2 Evaluate information to determine if the ideas are valid, identify key facts and arguments, and determine what appropriate action, if any, is warranted.
1.3 Incorporate patient-centered outcome measures to evaluate the quality of care provided.
1.4 Demonstrate contemporary skill in comprehensive care of patients with illnesses or injuries.
1.5 Develop patient-centered treatment plans that consider the patient’s affections.
Goal #2 Outcomes:
2.1 Demonstrate proficiency in formal writing, including correct use of a AMA citation style.
2.2 Demonstrate the ability to effectively deliver formal presentations before a live audience.
2.3 Employ technology to communicate effectively and respectfully to a wide variety of groups and individuals.
2.4 Effectively communicate with all members of the health care team.
Goal #3 Outcomes:
3.1 Employ ethical decisions within the scope of professional practice.
3.2 Participate in local, state, regional and national athletic training professional activities.
3.3 Work respectfully and effectively with diverse populations and work environments.
3.4 Demonstrate leadership and service to others.
Goal #4 Outcomes:
4.1 Critically evaluate the quality of qualitative and quantitative information.
4.2 Demonstrate the ability to research, analyze, and reason from evidence to reach an effective conclusion or outcome.
4.3 Demonstrate the ability to conceptualize and conduct creative work by developing an original piece of scholarship.
Masters in Athletic Training
Student Learning Goals:
Goal #1 Outcomes:
1.1 Successfully access and accurately interpret a variety of health care-related data.
1.2 Evaluate information to determine if the ideas are valid, identify key facts and arguments, and determine what appropriate action, if any, is warranted.
1.3 Incorporate patient-centered outcome measures to evaluate the quality of care provided.
1.4 Demonstrate contemporary skill in comprehensive care of patients with illnesses or injuries.
1.5 Develop patient-centered treatment plans that consider the patient’s affections.
Goal #2 Outcomes:
2.1 Demonstrate proficiency in formal writing, including correct use of a AMA citation style.
2.2 Demonstrate the ability to effectively deliver formal presentations before a live audience.
2.3 Employ technology to communicate effectively and respectfully to a wide variety of groups and individuals.
2.4 Effectively communicate with all members of the health care team.
Goal #3 Outcomes:
3.1 Employ ethical decisions within the scope of professional practice.
3.2 Participate in local, state, regional and national athletic training professional activities.
3.3 Work respectfully and effectively with diverse populations and work environments.
3.4 Demonstrate leadership and service to others.
Goal #4 Outcomes:
4.1 Critically evaluate the quality of qualitative and quantitative information.
4.2 Demonstrate the ability to research, analyze, and reason from evidence to reach an effective conclusion or outcome.
4.3 Demonstrate the ability to conceptualize and conduct creative work by developing an original piece of scholarship.
Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies
PA Program Graduate Outcomes/Competencies
The Franklin College MSPAS graduate outcomes are a set of competencies that, when obtained, will prepare the student for entry-level clinical practice as a PA.
Upon completion of the Franklin College MSPAS Program, graduates will be able to: