Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS)
Mission: The mission of the College of Saint Mary PA Program is to foster excellence, leadership, compassion, and inclusivity to prepare skilled, ethical, and service-driven clinicians, consistent with our core values
- Excellence-Through rigorous education and professional development, we prepare students to become competent, compassionate healthcare providers who continually strive for growth and innovation.
- Service: We cultivate a culture of servant leadership and social responsibility, encouraging students to engage with their communities and address healthcare disparities.
- Dignity: Healthcare is built on relationships, and we emphasize the importance of empathy, kindness, and understanding in clinical practice.
- Inclusivity: Our program fosters a sense of belonging and collaboration, ensuring that every member of our community contributes to a more inclusive and just healthcare system.
- Integrity: We cultivate future healthcare providers who lead with authenticity and moral courage by upholding the highest standards of honesty, accountability, and professionalism
- Compassion: We encourage students to embrace their role in a patient-provider relationship built on respect to provide care that honors and supports patient values and priorities with compassion.
Vision: To be a servant leader in PA education, shaping future healthcare professionals who exemplify excellence, service, and integrity
Students Continue to Learn Through Clinical Rotations
Taylor knew from a young age that she wanted to work in the medical field.
“I ultimately decided that being a PA allowed me more time to interact and build relationships with patients while also providing me the flexibility to change specialties throughout my career,” she said.
“I feel like I have more access to faculty members and support at CSM because it is a smaller university,” she said. “All the faculty members are always available for personal and academic support. They truly want you to succeed here and do what they can to help make that happen.”
CSM’s Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies program provides the didactic scientific foundation and essential experiences in clinical practice, research and professional services to prepare students for this role.
“It is amazing how much you learn during your didactic year, only to enter clinicals and realize you have only scratched the surface,” Taylor said. “There is immense medical knowledge and expertise, which is both exciting and overwhelming as a clinical student.”
