The Medical Education Major within the Doctor of Medical Science (DMS) degree program provides PAs with advanced training in health professions education. Designed by PAs for working PAs who are currently educators or are interested in pursuing educational roles, this fully online, 12-month program equips graduates with the knowledge and skills to design effective learning experiences, mentor learners, and excel in leadership in academic and clinical training environments.
The curriculum integrates principles of curriculum design and delivery, assessment, program evaluation, academic leadership and administration, and educational scholarship to prepare PAs for leadership roles in higher education and the broader PA profession. Students also develop research and scholarly writing skills necessary to design, evaluate, and disseminate educational innovations that advance the science and practice of PA education.
To maintain strong clinical relevance, students also complete one elective course from the Clinical Medicine major, allowing them to deepen expertise in a topic of interest while strengthening their ability to design and deliver high-quality medical education.
The curriculum consists of a flexible three-semester structure designed for working clinicians. Coursework in educational theory, curriculum design, instruction, assessment, and program evaluation prepares students to design and deliver high-quality PA education. Students complete a longitudinal scholarly project focused on advancing PA education, alongside elective coursework to deepen clinical expertise and strengthen teaching and curriculum development skills.
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Fall |
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DMS 916: Learning & Curriculum Design (4 cr.) |
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DMS 918: Designing & Delivering Instruction (4 cr.) |
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DMS 800: Research Design & Writing for the Healthcare Professional (1 cr.) |
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Total Semester Credits: 9 |
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Spring |
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DMS 915: Research & Statistics (4 cr.) |
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DMS 919: Assessment (4 cr.) |
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DMS 889: Scholarship in the Practice of Medicine I (1 cr.) |
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Total Semester Credits: 9 |
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Summer |
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DMS 917: Program Evaluation (4 cr.) |
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DMS 920: Leadership & Administration (4 cr.) |
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DMS 900: Scholarship in the Practice of Medicine II (1 cr.) |
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Total Semester Credits: 9 |
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Elective |
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Total Program Credits: 30 |
Flexible, Three-Semester Format
Students can start in any semester, progressing at a pace that accommodates work and professional responsibilities.
Competency-Focused
Develop expertise in curriculum design, instructional strategies, assessment, program evaluation, leadership, and educational scholarship.
Longitudinal Scholarly Project
Apply research and educational principles to create and disseminate impactful innovations.
Clinical Elective
Deepen subject-matter expertise while enhancing teaching and curriculum development skills.
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