Academic Program Proposal

Date Proposal Activated	Institution and Proposal	Degree Awarded	Academic Program Name	Objection Deadline	MHEC Final Action	Final Decision Date
	Frostburg State University Proposal	Master of Medical Science (M.M.S)	Physicican Assistant Studies	6/1/2018	Approved	8/17/2018
Physicican Assistant Studies Program Description
In 2013, FSU was approached by local health care leaders to consider the development of a PA program to help address the growing health care provider shortage in the region. Since this time, FSU has been engaged in work that has led to the development of this program proposal including feasibility study development, meeting with local health care leaders, facility planning, clinical site identification and development, and various other aspects of program planning in addition to accreditation compliance. This due diligence required a five-year commitment from FSU due to the nature of the accreditation process required by ARC-PA, the accrediting body for Physician Assistant programs. In order to <br>be placed in the queue for accreditation review, FSU submitted a letter of intent nearly five years ago to secure an accreditation visit which is scheduled for October 2018. <br> <br>The Mission of the Frostburg State University’s Physician Assistant Studies Program is to educate students in compassionate patient-centered care. Students will learn best practices, use innovative technology, and work in inter-professional teams to deliver quality care, particularly in rural and medically underserved areas in Maryland and beyond. Frostburg State University Physician Assistant Studies graduates will have a commitment to excellence, inclusivity, and community service. <br>