Program Details

Physician Assistants (PAs) are highly trained medical professionals who can work in all healthcare settings. The Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) program will provide students with comprehensive training in various areas such as clinical medicine, patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, pharmacology, and surgical procedures. Students enrolled in the MPAS will also gain practical experience through clinical rotations in various healthcare settings, including primary care, surgical services, medical services, psychiatric services, and emergency departments.

PAs have been providing safe, competent, and efficient health care under the supervision of physicians since the 1960’s in the United States and in the Canadian Military. More recently, PAs have been identified as a valuable resource within the Canadian health care system with significant uptake and role integration in Ontario, Manitoba, and Alberta.

The first of its kind in the Maritime Provinces, the MPAS provides students with the skills, knowledge, and training required to increase access to care and make a significant contribution to health and wellbeing of Nova Scotians.