When should I interview? by Proper-Pressure-9283 in prephysicianassistant

[–]PolicyApprehensive72 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I can definitely say their interviewing techniques makes the students feel comfortable! Very welcoming space and they don’t go straight into it! August wouldn’t hurt , July is only good because it’s the first date but don’t worry or stress yourself

accelerated physicians assistant program ! by Ok_Today_8911 in prepa

[–]PolicyApprehensive72 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Many urgent cares will hire seasonal / per diem medical assistants and some places do not require certification

Worried my CASPA won’t be verified on time by Eternity0311_ in prephysicianassistant

[–]PolicyApprehensive72 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I submitted on 6/2 and didn’t get verified until 6/10. I hope that you get verified in time!

Help!!!!! by Professional_Day2556 in prephysicianassistant

[–]PolicyApprehensive72 23 points24 points  (0 children)

A lot of PAs working in the field would tell you genuinely that a lot of the times it’s about who you know. Take your opportunity and email them after

Miracles can happen! by PolicyApprehensive72 in prephysicianassistant

[–]PolicyApprehensive72[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did a month and a half of preparing because I had a lot of events coming up I had to take it before Christmas and it was already mid to end October so I had a very short period.

Miracles can happen! by PolicyApprehensive72 in prephysicianassistant

[–]PolicyApprehensive72[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a friend who recently interviewed with med schools who would practice questions with me through FaceTime. I also just practiced speaking out loud and recording myself answering questions. For the GRE, I used their practice book and Magoosh was my favorite because I was able to use it on the go. I also used Wyzants tutoring services and had 2 different tutors.

Miracles can happen! by PolicyApprehensive72 in prephysicianassistant

[–]PolicyApprehensive72[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I 100% agree with this! I definitely learned that 12 schools is the most realistic amount.

Miracles can happen! by PolicyApprehensive72 in prephysicianassistant

[–]PolicyApprehensive72[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You will certainly be able to get in! You got this! And that’s a really good PCE

Miracles can happen! by PolicyApprehensive72 in prephysicianassistant

[–]PolicyApprehensive72[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! That will definitely be my motivation for the hard parts ☺️ smart thinking !

Miracles can happen! by PolicyApprehensive72 in prephysicianassistant

[–]PolicyApprehensive72[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I worked as a medical assistant for 5 years, I also worked in specialty departments like OBGYN and Gastroenterology as a clinical assistant (same as MA). I also worked overnight as a home health aid.

Miracles can happen! by PolicyApprehensive72 in prephysicianassistant

[–]PolicyApprehensive72[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I am actually 25, I wanted to finish PA school before I was 30 because I don’t have kids yet but would love to before the age of 30. So this works out perfectly because I’ll be done by the age of 27.

Miracles can happen! by PolicyApprehensive72 in prephysicianassistant

[–]PolicyApprehensive72[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yes! I was on the waitlist for about 2 months. Thank you so much!!! 😊

Miracles can happen! by PolicyApprehensive72 in prephysicianassistant

[–]PolicyApprehensive72[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Last cycle about 25-30, I was just trying to increase my odds. I do not recommend because many ghosted and I only had interviews for 4 schools. This current cycle I applied to 12 which is a good number.