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Undergraduate degree Psychology from Cameron University

Psychology is the scientific study of human and animal behavior. Psychologists are interested in such diverse areas as drug addiction, obesity, sexual behavior, attitudes toward smoking, learning, individual growth, and adjustment, motivationm mental retardation, aggression, the dynamics of group behavior, physical performance, dreaming, memory, psychological disorders, and counseling. Psychology is a diverse field with both scientific and professional aspects. As a science, psychology focuses on research: psychologist collect, quantify, analyze and interpret data describing human and animal behavior. As a profession, psychology focuses on the application of knowledge, skills and techniques to solve individual and social problems. Possible careers with a bachelor degree in Psychology include case manager, social worker, career counselor, rehabilitation specialist, and psychiatric technican.

Pre-Physician Assistant Program from Drury University

A physician assistant is a licensed health-care professional who works under the supervision of a M.D. or D.O. to perform many of the tasks that were once carried out solely by doctors. PAs can perform physical exams, diagnose and treat illnesses, order and interpret tests, counsel patients on preventative health care, assist in surgery, and in most states even write prescriptions.

As a physician assistant student you can expect to spend 27 months training both in the clinic and in the classroom once you’ve completed your undergraduate degree.