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Department of Physician Assistant Studies
Mission, The Mission of the Department of Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio is to prepare outstanding physician assistants to recognize and treat acute and chronic illness and promote health. The Department of Physician Assistant Studies makes lives better by improving the health care, health outcomes and the wellbeing of patients and their families…, Vision, The Department of Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio, will be recognized as a world-class Physician Assistant program and be amongst the best programs in the United States. We will lead the nation in Physician Assistant education, scholarship, and service., Goals, We aim to sustain a high first-time Physician Assistant National Certification Exam pass rate. Over the past three years, our students’ Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE) pass rate has been above the national average for first-time exam takers. Over the past five years, our first-time pass rate has also exceeded the national average. We cultivate graduates who are…
Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) and the School of Health Professions (SHP) at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) agree to offer qualified students the opportunity to participate in a collaborative program that facilitates early acceptance into the SHP. Qualified students will earn a Bachelor of Science degree from TAMIU’s College of…, Application Deadlines, Fall Application Deadline - December 1 Spring Application Deadline - April 15 Interested applicants should contact: Lesley Escalera
Institutional accreditation, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, also called UT Health San Antonio, is accredited by the , Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. UT Health San Antonio also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of UT Health San Antonio may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling , (404)-679-4500, , or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website, , www.sacscoc.org., Program accreditation, The M.S. in Imaging Sciences program was approved by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) on June 29, 2022, and approved regionally by The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges ( SACSCOC ) on October 31, 2022, with a program implementation date of August 2023. The M.S. in Imaging Sciences was awarded Initial Accreditation in April of 2025 from The…, Accreditation Status , 'The Radiologic Technology Program at UT Health San Antonio has been awarded an Initial Accreditation for a period of three years by The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). This is the maximum duration that may be awarded in this category. The next JRCERT Site Visit is scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2027. To contact JCERT: Address: Joint Review Committee on…, Program Effectiveness, ,
Department of Emergency Health Sciences
The Department of Emergency Health Sciences Paramedic Certification Program is accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) by recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Services Professions (CoAEMSP). CoAEMSP may be contacted at 8301 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 111-312, Rowlett, TX 75088, by phone at (…, Program accreditation , The UT Health San Antonio Paramedic program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP). Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs 9355-113th St. N, #7709 Seminole, FL 33775 P: 727-210-…
Course equivalency chart for Texas institutions, Here is a list of course equivalencies from Texas colleges and universities. Click on the link below to download a pdf form to be used by the undergraduate academic advisor. Please use this list as a guide to plan your academic courses to meet the prospective School of Health Professions program prerequisite. Baylor University Our Lady of the Lake University St. Mary's University Tarleton State…, Approved Course Descriptions:, Physician Assistant Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy Speech-Language Pathology , Have I completed all of the requirements for my program?, First, check the requirements list for your academic program. Then, locate a checklist of each item required for your application packet (under the Admissions block). Lastly, review the checklist page before sending in the application., International students, Review the international applicants' guide .
The program's medical sciences track will prepare students to enter health science professional degree programs that require a bachelor's degree as a prerequisite for admission. These professions include graduate degree-granting allied health programs such as: Medical doctor (MD) Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) Doctor of pharmacy (PharmD) Physician assistant (MPAS) Physical therapy (DPT)…
Tailored for Pre-Health Students, – This program provides the coursework and preparation needed for medical, dental, physician assistant and other health profession programs., Rigorous Science Curriculum, – Strengthen your knowledge in anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and other essential subjects., Personalized Support, – Benefit from small class sizes, dedicated advising and academic resources to help you stay on track.