Question 1

How Many Patient Contact Hours Can I Accumulate?

Accepted Answer

Most students in a 4-week placement accumulate between 120 and 160 direct patient contact hours. We provide documentation of your hours which can be submitted directly to PA program applications.

Question 2

Will This Count Toward PA Program Prerequisites?

Accepted Answer

Many US PA programs accept international clinical experience hours. We recommend confirming requirements with your target programs before enrolling. Our documentation is detailed enough to satisfy most PA program verification requirements.

Question 3

What Settings Will I Work In?

Accepted Answer

You will rotate through hospital outpatient departments, inpatient wards, community health centers, and occasionally rural clinics. The variety of settings is deliberately broad to maximize your exposure and patient contact diversity.

Question 4

Can I Get a Reference From a Supervising Clinician?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All participants who complete the program in good standing are eligible for a clinical reference from their supervising physician assistant or medical officer. References can be tailored to PA program application requirements.

Pre-Physician Assistant Internships