Physician Assistantship
About this programme
he curriculum is a four-year program that culminates in the award of a Bachelor of Science in Physician Assistantship Studies – Medical. The curriculum is meant to educate a vital group of professionals who are typically on the front lines of patient care and should ideally operate under the supervision of a trained physician. In both rural and urban environments, the PA works in primary care and specialized care roles. They also play a role in preventative medicine, as well as educational, scientific, and administrative endeavors. Graduates of the PA program are granted autonomy in the performance of clinical tasks within Ghana’s health-care delivery system by the Ghana Medical and Dental Council.
Entry requirements
Holders of SSSCE/WASSCE or its equivalent: Candidate must have passes in 6 subjects with overall aggregate of 24, 3 of the 6 subjects must be core subjects (including English Language, Integrated Science, Social Studies and Mathematics) and 3 elective relevant to the programme of choice. Holders of General Certificate of Education: Candidate must have passes in at least 5 subjects (including English Language, Mathematics) and GCE Ordinary Level and 3 passes at the GCE Advance Level. Two of the Advanced Level passes must be grade “D” or better. A pass in General Paper must also be obtained. Matured Students: Candidate must be at least 25 years old with GCE )-Level/SSSCE/ WASSCE passes in English and Mathematics and has passed the mature students entrance examination.