Year One

  • Enroll in Elon 1010 with other Accelerated Pathway students
  • Engage in an interprofessional panel discussion with healthcare professionals
  • Partner with the Student Professional Development Center to explore professional identity and develop well-crafted resumes and cover letters
  • Attend a group advising meeting to receive a welcome and introduction to the Accelerated Pathways Program and a tour of the Gerald Francis Center from the Dean of the School of Health Sciences
  • Participate in a panel discussion with current physician assistant and physical therapy students to discuss tips for successful preparation and valued healthcare experiences for entry into a PA or PT program
  • Attend a group advising meeting to learn about local volunteer opportunities and explore available certification opportunities to obtain direct patient care experiences
  • Obtain approximately 200 hours of volunteer or work experience in a health care setting

Year Two

  • Volunteer with the Open Door Clinic of Alamance County or H.O.P.E. Clinic and complete critical reflection around healthcare disparities
  • Attend a group advising meeting to learn about global engagement opportunities
  • Participate in a leadership workshop to explore social identities and intercultural competencies
  • Attend a group advising meeting to explore partnerships with undergraduate and graduate research opportunities
  • Obtain approximately 300-400 hours of volunteer or work experience in a health care setting

Year Three

  • Take part in an interprofessional educational experience with graduate health professions students
  • Participate in MMIs that focus on critical thinking skills and professional readiness for a career in health care and complete a self-reflection of the MMI to review with SHS advisor
  • Attend a group advising meeting to engage in a book club discussion on assigned reading
  • Complete 5 out of 6 science courses required for admission to Elon’s graduate PA or PT programs
  • Obtain approximately 300-400 hours of volunteer or work experience in a health care setting

Year Four

  • Complete all prerequisites required for admission to the graduate programs
  • Submit three letters of recommendation, one from a healthcare professional and one from a faculty member
  • Complete and submit all volunteer or work experience in healthcare setting
  • Following completion of all requirements and application submission, participate in a PA or PT interview