The physician associate is a type of health professional whose development has been led by the Department of Health and has involved the Royal College of Physicians (RCP) and Royal College of General Practitioners (RGCP), as well as the profession itself through the faculty of physician associates (FPA). This course aims to holistically develop you as a clinician, leader, and pioneer of the profession.
Why study this course with us?
This course is delivered by Physician Associates and other healthcare professionals, supplemented by a variety of Clinicians and Biomedical Scientists from local Hospital Departments and general practices.
You will be trained using an integrated model of theory and practice. You will have the opportunity to hone your clinical skills and knowledge in simulation. You will have contact with our simulated patients from the first week of the course. We have an up-to-date simulation suite that allows you to learn and develop in a safe environment before conducting clinical placements.