Bachelor of Physician Assistantship
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Program Description
The Bachelor of Physician Assistantship trains students to work alongside doctors to diagnose, treat, and manage patient care in hospitals, clinics, and community settings. You will study anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, clinical medicine, diagnostics, health promotion, and professional ethics. Practical learning includes patient assessment, medical procedures, infection control, and supervised clinical placements. Graduates can work as physician assistants, and find roles related to nursing, medical laboratory work, physiotherapy support, public health, and healthcare administration. This program builds strong clinical skills and opens doors to further study or immediate entry into Ghana's health workforce. If you enjoy science, helping people, and hands-on work, this program offers a clear path to a respected health career.
Aims & Objectives
Develop reliable patient assessment skills, including history taking and physical examination, through supervised clinical practice.
Master basic medical procedures and infection control by completing simulated skills sessions and workplace-based competence checks.
Understand core medical sciences, such as anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology, demonstrated by passing written and practical exams.
Create accurate medical documentation and use electronic health records during clinical placements to support safe care.
Why Choose This Program?
Strong practical focus
Hands-on training and clinical placements prepare you to provide safe patient care from early in the program.
High demand in healthcare
Graduates can work in hospitals, clinics, and public health programs in Ghana, meeting growing needs for clinical staff.
Clear career mobility
Opportunities to move into related roles, further clinical study, or administrative positions within health services.
Industry connections and placements
Partnerships with teaching hospitals and community clinics provide real-world experience and professional networking.
Skills & Tools
Skills You'll Develop
Perform history taking, vital signs, focused physical exams, and clinical reasoning to support diagnosis and treatment.
Use stethoscopes, sphygmomanometers, basic diagnostic kits, and monitoring devices safely and accurately.
Record and retrieve patient information using electronic health record systems and maintain accurate medical documentation.
Apply standard precautions, sterilization techniques, and safe disposal practices to prevent health facility infections.
Tools & Resources
OpenMRS or other electronic medical record systems
DHIS2 (health data reporting)
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
Challenges & Tips
Challenges
Heavy science workload and technical content
Tips & Advice
Use study schedules, form study groups, and practise clinical skills regularly in labs to build competence.
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