Career ResearchHunter Flanagan

Master’s of Physician Assistant Studies (MUSC)Minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 in a four-year

bachelor’s program.GRE scores in the 50th percentile or higherAt least 3 reference letters (at least one

should be from a health care provider)Successful applicants average 500 hours of

patient care experience (not required)

Master’s of Physician Assistant Studies

Non-cognitive admission factors: Leadership Volunteerism Diversity of life experience Overcoming adversity

Skills and attitudes: Rapid reading and comprehension ability Quick adaptation Compassion Learning is lifelong, not just a means to an end Social awareness and empathy

Courses I need to take before graduating from Clemson University: Medical Terminology Genetics

Physician Assistant as a Career

86,700 jobs in 2012 growing at a rate of 38% (much faster than average occupation)

Salary of $90,930 per year or $43.72 per hour Master’s degree is required with a science focused

undergraduate degree O*Net compatible skills:

Communication skills Compassion Detail oriented Emotional stability Problem solving

Physician Assistant

In my O*Net profile, Investigative and Realistic were the top two characteristics, which correlate with detail orientation and problem solving Social was the fourth highest characteristic,

which corresponds to communication, compassion, and emotional stability

Being realistic and investigative, I enjoy the small details found in data analysis as well as the investigative problem solving that is key in clinical diagnosis and treatment

Master’s of Epidemiology/Public Health (Boston University)Both programs within the university have the

same requirementsMinimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 in a bachelor’s

programGRE score in the 50th percentile or higherGMAT or MCAT are also suitable entrance

examinationsAcademic transcripts

Master’s of Epidemiology/Public

Health3 letters of recommendation required, at least

one should be from a health care providerRésumé or CVStatement of purpose and objectives

Reasoning for choosing the program Objectives or outcomes for courses under study Plans for post-graduation

Previous experience is valued in the admissions process

Epidemiologist as a Career

5,100 jobs in 2012 growing at a rate of 10% (average for all occupations)

Salary of $65,270 per year or $31.38 per hour A masters degree is required, typically in public health with

an emphasis on epidemiology O*Net compatible skills:

Communication skills Critical thinking Detail oriented Math skills Statistical skills Teaching skills

Epidemiologist

Epidemiology was the most intriguing course in my time at Clemson

The O*Net scores showing high realistic and investigative characteristics support the duties of an epidemiologist

Critical thinking, detail orientation, math, statistical analysis, and teaching skills are aspects of the job, and fall into the collective category of realism and investigation

Doctor of Physical Therapy (New York

University) Three-year program requiring a bachelor’s of science attainment

with a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 Anatomy, physiology, biology, chemistry, and physics are major

prerequisites for admission GRE with a score in the 50th percentile or higher A minimum of 1 day (8 hours) of observation in at least 3

different physical therapy environments Hospital Rehabilitation clinic

2 admissions essays Public speaking course is highly valued in admission

considerations

Physical Therapist as a Career

204,200 jobs in 2012 growing at a rate of 36% (faster than average occupation)

Salary of $79,860 per year or $38.39 per hour A three-year doctor of physical therapy degree is required O*Net compatible skills:

Compassion Dexterity Interpersonal skills Detail oriented Physical stamina Resourcefulness

Physical Therapist

Detail orientation and resourcefulness apply to the characteristics of investigative and realistic Resourcefulness is the ability to create

rehabilitation programs and adapt to patient needs

A high artistic score also plays into this job responsibility

High social skills are needed to successfully communicate and interact with patients, creating a comfortable and productive environment