Hands-on Training Opportunities
The program offers hands-on training opportunities to develop and refine students’ clinical skills. This includes practice sessions in simulation labs where students can learn and practice procedures, such as suturing, phlebotomy, and physical examinations, on high-fidelity simulators. These simulations provide a safe and controlled environment for students to gain confidence and proficiency in performing various clinical tasks.
Standardized Patient Interactions
Howard University PA Program utilizes standardized patients to enhance students’ communication and interpersonal skills. Standardized patients are individuals trained to portray specific medical cases and interact with students in simulated clinical encounters. This allows students to practice history taking, physical examination, and patient counseling in a realistic setting. The feedback provided by standardized patients and faculty instructors helps students improve their communication skills and bedside manner.
Interprofessional Education
Recognizing the importance of teamwork in healthcare, Howard University PA Program incorporates interprofessional education into its curriculum. Students have the opportunity to collaborate with students from other healthcare disciplines, such as medicine, nursing, and pharmacy, in simulated patient care scenarios. This interprofessional approach fosters effective communication, mutual respect, and a better understanding of each profession’s role in providing comprehensive patient care.
