Appendicies

Appendix A - Curriculum Overview

Department of Physician Assistant Studies Academic Year Curriculum 

 

*The order of the courses may vary within a given module to best accommodate sequencing. 
 

Course Number

Course title

Credits

PAS 5000

Introduction to Medicine

2

PAS 5200

Medical Physiology

2

PAS 5400

Introduction to History and Physical Exam

2

PAS 5600

Professional Issues Seminar

1

PAS 6100

Anatomy I

3

PAS 6120

Pathophysiology I

6

PAS 6140

Clinical Medicine I

12

PAS 6160

Pharmacology 1

9

PAS 6180

History and Physical Exam I

4.5

PAS 6200

Anatomy II

1

PAS 6220

Pathophysiology II

2.5

PAS 6240

Clinical Medicine II

5

PAS 6260

Pharmacology II

3.5

PAS 6280

History and Physical Exam II

2

PAS 6300

Emergency Medicine

5

PAS 6320

Surgical Care

5

PAS 6400

Special Populations

5

PAS 6420

Reproductive Medicine & Sexual Health

4

PAS 6440

Behavioral Medicine

2

PAS 6460

Advanced Clinical Reasoning

5

PAS 6480

Master’s Project I

3

PAS 6800

Clinical Phase Preparation

2

 

Sub-Total Academic Year Credit Hours

86.5

Department of Physician Assistant Studies Clinical Education Phase Curriculum

Course Number

Course title

Credits

PAS 7100

Primary Care

3

PAS 7200

Pediatrics

3

PAS 7300

Emergency Medicine

3

PAS 7400

Inpatient Medicine

3

PAS 7600

Surgery

3

PAS 7800

Women’s Health

1.5

PAS 7850

Behavioral Medicine

1.5

PAS 7900

Elective I

3

PAS 7000

Clinical Year Seminar I

2

PAS 7500

Clinical Year Seminar II

2

PAS 7480

Master’s Project II

2

 

Sub-Total Clinical Education Phase Credit Hours

30

 

Total Credit Hours

113.5


 

Class of 2024 Year 1 Calendar

Dates subject to change without notice

 

 

Month

Date

Year

Day

Activity

January

3

2023

Tuesday

Orientation

January

4

2023

Wednesday

Intro Module Begins

January

16

2023

Monday

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Holiday

January

27

2023

Friday

Intro Module Ends

January

30

2023

Monday

Spring Module Begins

March

11 19

2023

 

Spring Break

April

10

2023

Monday

Easter Holiday

May

19

2023

Friday

Spring Module Ends

May

20 28

2023

 

AAPA Break/Service Week

May

29

2023

Monday

Memorial Day Holiday

May

30

2023

Tuesday

Summer I Module Begins

June

19

2023

Monday

Juneteenth Holiday

July

4

2023

Tuesday

Independence Day Holiday

July

21

2023

Friday

Summer I Module Ends

July

22 30

2023

 

Summer I Break

July

31

2023

Monday

Summer II Module Begins

August

14 18

2023

 

Elon Planning Week (no classes)

September

1

2023

Friday

Summer II Module Ends

September

5

2023

Tuesday

Fall I Module Begins

October

13

2023

Friday

Fall Break Holiday

November

17

2023

Friday

Fall I Module Ends White Coat Ceremony

November

20

2023

Monday

Fall II Module Begins

November

23 26

2023

 

Thanksgiving Break

December

15

2023

Friday

Fall II Module Ends


Clinical Phase Calendar

 

 

 

Month

Date

Year

Day

Activity

January

8

2024

Monday

Rotation 1, CYS I & MP II Begins

February

16

2024

Friday

Rotation 1 Ends

February

19

2024

Monday

Rotation 2 Begins

March

29

2024

Friday

Rotation 2 Ends

April

1

2024

Monday

Rotation 3 Begins

May

10

2024

Friday

Rotation 3 Ends

May

13 -17

2024

Monday

Friday

Students Return to Campus (CYS I)

May

18 –27

2024

Saturday

Monday

AAPA/Service Break

May

28

2024

Tuesday

Rotation 4 Begins

July

3

2024

Wednesday

Rotation 4 & CYS I Ends

July

8

2024

Monday

Rotation 5 & CYS II Begins

August

16

2024

Friday

Rotation 5 Ends

August

17-25

2024

Saturday-

Sunday

Summer Break

August

26 - 30

2024

Monday -

Friday

Students Return to Campus (CYS II)

Summative Exams

September

2

2024

Mon

Rotation 6 Begins

October

9

2024

Wed

Rotation 6 Ends

October

11

2024

Friday

PACKRAT 2 Exam

October

14

2024

Monday

Rotation 7 Begins

November

20

2024

Wednesday

Rotation 7 Ends

November

22

2024

Friday

EOC Exam

November

25-

Dec 1

2024

Monday -

Sunday

Thanksgiving Break

December

2-6

2024

Monday-

Friday

Students Return to Campus (CYS II)

December

2

2024

Monday

Masters Project Presentations

December

6

2024

Friday

CYS II and MP II Ends

December

6

2024

Friday

School of Health Sciences Graduation

 


 

Appendix B - Elon Honor Code and Pledge

Introduction to Elon’s Honor Code

Elon University recognizes and affirms the importance of character development and personal responsibility as essential elements of an Elon education. Students are expected to uphold the four values listed below for themselves and others in their decisions and day-to- day interactions. Conduct affirming these four values should be followed in all settings, including in and out of the classroom, on- and off-campus, and in all domestic and international sites during study abroad or course-related study experiences. Upon graduation, students are expected to have demonstrated their commitment to academic excellence and honor.

 

Elon’s Honor Code (A description of the Elon University community values)

Every member of Elon University has the right to live and learn in an atmosphere of trust and support. Responsibility for maintaining these values in our community rests with each individual member. Values that promote this atmosphere include:

 

HONESTY: Be truthful in your academic work and in your relationships.

 

INTEGRITY: Be trustworthy, fair, and ethical.

 

RESPONSIBILITY: Be accountable for your actions and your learning.

 

RESPECT: Be civil. Value the dignity of each person. Honor the physical and intellectual property of others.

 

The Honor Pledge is an abbreviated form of the Honor Code. Students sign the Honor Pledge when they join the Elon community to publicly affirm their intent to behave according to the values of the Elon community. They also sign this pledge on papers, tests, assignments, and other documents when requested. The Honor Pledge is printed on signs in classrooms and residence halls throughout campus.

 

Elon’s Honor Pledge

“On my honor, I will uphold the values of Elon University: honesty, integrity, responsibility, and respect.”

Name (Print):                                                                     

 

Signature:                                                                         

 

Date:                                                                               

 

https://www.elon.edu/u/student-conduct/honor-code/

Appendix C - Statement of Student Advisement

I,                                                         , have attended orientation for the

Name of student (please print)

 

Elon University Physician Assistant Program Academic Year on                                   

Date of attendance

 

and have been advised of institutional and program policies and requirements.

 

I have been provided access to the DPAS Student Manual, which references applicable University policies. By signing my name below, I certify that I understand and agree to comply with all institutional and program policies and requirements. Should I have any questions, I understand that it is my responsibility to ask program faculty for clarification. Furthermore, I understand that noncompliance with the stated policies and requirements may be grounds for my dismissal from the program.

 

 

_____________________________________________________________________________

                             Student Signature                                                                     Date

 

 

______________________________________________________________________________

 

Program Director Signature                                                       Date

Appendix D - Sample Advising Form

Note: This form should be used to document faculty-student meetings related to: 1. Routine advisor- advisee meetings, and 2. Faculty-student meetings that are formally providing guidance on improving student performance, promoting student well-being, or correcting severe or persistent professional behavior issues.

 

Student:                                                         Location:

Faculty:                                                           Time:

Date:

Mode of Contact:

  • Student contacted facultyo Faculty contacted studento Other:

     

    Reason for Contact:

  • Routine Advisingo Personal Issueso Academic Performance or Professional Behavior
  • Other Student Concern:
  • Other Faculty Concerns:

     

    Describe reason for encounter:

     

     

     

     

     

    Describe discussion content:

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Result of Encounter:

  • Advisement. Please summarize:
  • Referral to:
  • Leave of Absence
  • Withdrawal
  • Other:

 

Recommended Follow Up:

 

o Faculty Advisor

o Course Director

o Faculty subject matter expert

o Program Director

o Dean

o Other:

 

Measures of Professionalism

(any “no” response requires an explanation in the comments section below.)

 

Did the student:                                                                              Yes                   No, see comment

Adhere to institutional policies and procedures?

Present self professionally and adhere to the DPAS dress code?

Admit errors and assume responsibility for actions, if necessary?

Arrive on time for scheduled activities and appointments?

Demonstrate sensitivity to power inequalities in professional relationships?

Fulfill responsibilities in a timely manner?

Maintain composure during difficult interactions?

Modify behavior based on feedback?

Request help when needed?

Respond promptly to communication requests?

Acknowledge limits of his/her own knowledge?

Respond receptively to diverse opinions and values?

Maintain the confidentiality of test material?

Refrain from demonstration of other extreme negative professional behaviors?

Comments:

Appendix E - Student Grade Appeals Form

Student Information

 

Student’s Name                                                                           Local Address                                                                                        

 

Phone                               

 

Course Information

 

Course Number & Title _________________________________

 

Semester ____________________________________________Professor’s Name ______________________________________

 

Grade Received in Course                 Grade Expected in Course                    

 

Number of Class or Rotation Absences ______________________________

 

Date of meeting with instructor about grade received                                   

 

Was a change of grade requested?                         Yes                  No

 

Basis of Grade Appeal Request:

      Personal Bias       Arbitrary Grading        Clerical Error

 

 

Please attach a separate sheet explaining the reason for requesting a grade change, any discussions with the instructor about your class performance prior receiving the disputed grade and during the meeting to discuss the grade, and the outcome of the meeting with the professor.

 

Provide documentation of class performance, including laboratory portions of the course if applicable.

 

Include copies (not originals) of:

 

  1. Syllabus and other course materials (handouts, assignments, etc.)
  2. All tests, assignments, papers, etc. returned by the professor
  3. Any other pertinent materials or information

 

 

Student Signature                                                     Date                 

 

This form is to be filed with the department chairperson no later than one week after the final course grade is posted. Please retain copies of all information filed with this statement.

Appendix F - Professor Grade Appeals Form

 

Professor Information

 

Name ______________________________________

 

Campus Address                                                                         

 

Office Phone _______________________________________

 

Department                                   

 

 

Course Information

 

Course Number & Title                                                                     

 

Semester                     Student’s Name                                            

 

Number of class/lab meetings or clinical hours per week               

 

Number of student absences                          

Grade given in course

 

Date of meeting with student about grade

 

Was a change of grade requested?              Yes                  No

 

Basis of Grade Appeal Request:

 

      Personal Bias       Arbitrary Grading        Clerical Error

 

Please attach a separate sheet explaining any discussions with the student about his/her class performance prior to the granting of the disputed grade and during the meeting to discuss the grade, and the outcome of the meeting with the student.

 

Provide documentation of the student’s class performance, including in laboratory portions of the course if applicable.

 

Include copies (not originals) of:

 

  1. Syllabus and other course materials
  2. All tests, assignments, paper requirements, preceptor evaluations, etc.
  3. All of the student’s work still in your possession
  4. Any other pertinent materials or information

 

 

Professor Signature                                                    Date                 

 

This form is to be filed with the department chairperson no later than one week after receipt of the student’s form. Please retain copies of all information filed with this statement.

Appendix G - Student Release of Information Form

Documents for Release: Student Profile and Student Passport

 

 

 

I, ______________________________________________________, 

           Printed Student Name

hereby authorize Elon University Department of Physician Assistant Studies to release the student profile/passport which includes a copy of my immunization records, tuberculosis screening results, criminal background check drug screen results, ACLS, BCLS, basic personal information and photo, to any clinical education facilities affiliated with the program that I may be placed at for clinical rotations. I understand this is necessary so that I am able to participate in patient care activities in clinical settings during assigned clinical rotations. This authorization will remain in effect until I graduate or am no longer enrolled in the Program. 

 

 

__________________________________________________

Signature of Student

 

 

__________________________________________________

Date

 

 

Appendix H - EOR Remediation Plan

EOR Remediation Plan (6/15/2023)

This remediation plan serves as both a reflection and guide for preparing to take an EOR remediation exam. Each student who fails one End of Rotation (EOR) exam will be asked to complete this form on their own and meet with their faculty advisor for additional guidance before taking the next exam.

 

PART 1: SELF-REFLECTION

Use the space provided to reflect on this situation

  1. List the exam that you did not pass and Rotation number (e.g. Emergency Med, Rotation 2)
  2. Why do you believe you scored poorly on this exam?
  3. How did you prepare for this EOR exam?

    Resources (list the ones you used)

    Books

    Videos

    Other notes

    Q-banks/apps

     

    Time (tell us how you used your time to prepare)

    Hours per week

    How time was spent

    OTHER:

     

  4. How prepared did you feel for this exam? How could you feel more prepared for future exams?

     

     

    PART 2: OBJECTIVE FINDINGS

    In this section you will review your score reports from all PA standardized exams to self-identify knowledge gaps.

  5. Review the score report provided by PAEA from the exam you scored <70%.In this space, generate a list of content that you missed in the exam by content area and task area. Note: a simple copy and paste will not suffice here.
    1. Are there any “trends” you can identify in the content areas missed?
    2. Are there any “trends” you can identify in the task areas missed?

     

  6. Review the score report from your other PAEA EOR exams (if applicable). Is there any overlap in material missed in prior EOR exams and the areas you are missing in this exam? (List it here)

     

  7. Review the score report from your PACKRAT 1 and your from the Didactic Year. Is there any overlap in material missed in PR1 and the areas you are missing in PAEA EOR exams? (List it here)

     

    PART 3: SELF-ASSESSMENT

    In this space, you will self-identify key needs for successful completion of this remediation.

  8. After reviewing all the information above, what do you identify as your key needs as you prepare for the remediation exam? Note: everyone will have content and/or task areas circled, but you may have additional needs you recognize

    Key Needs: Circle ALL that apply

    Content Areas (LIST BELOW)

    Task Areas  (LIST BELOW)

    Motivation

    Time Management

    Resources and Support

    Personal (medical, family, etc.)

     

     

    Content areas:

     

    Task areas:

     

    PART 4: DEVELOPING YOUR PLAN

    In this space, you will develop a plan of preparation for your remediation exam. You will discuss this plan with your faculty advisor who may provide additional guidance. 

  9. Based on your key needs related to content and task areas, how will you correct knowledge gaps? Please complete the table and provide any additional information you would like below the table.

    Resources you intend to use

    Books

    Videos

    Other notes

    Q-banks/apps

     

    Time Management Plan

    Hours per week

    How time will be spent

    Planned re-take date

    OTHER (provide any additional resource or time information here)

     

  10. Based on your key needs related to issues other than content and task areas, what is your plan for success? Do you need assistance identifying resources or connecting with them?

 

SEND THIS COMPLETED FORM TO THE CLINICAL YEAR ACADEMIC COORDINATOR VIA EMAIL AND REQUEST A MEETING (IN PERSON OR VIRTUAL) TO REVIEW THE PLAN

For your convenience, a list of potential Elon graduate student resources is provided below. These may help inform your plan. 

  • Health and Mental Health
  • Learning Assistance
    • Learning and Writing Strategies Peer Educators: A place to start if you need assistance with time management and finding effective study strategies
    • Elon Disability Resources: the place to start if you believe you need ADA accommodation or may have learning differences
      • If you have utilized ADA accommodations in the past, they can navigate the letters you need to use accommodations here.
      • If you have never been evaluated in the past, they can connect you to resources for educational psych testing for evaluation of learning disabilities or other learning assistance in the past.
  • Navigating the graduate and professional learner experience