Admissions
Admissions Requirements
- Bachelor鈥檚 or master鈥檚 degree from a Physician Assistant (PA) program at a regionally accredited institution, (or foreign equivalent)
- Proof of unencumbered licensure and/or certification as a physician assistant (PA), or for new graduates, certification or licensure must be obtained during the first semester of the Psychiatry Certificate program.
- Current full-time clinical practice
Application Materials
- Completed online application
- Official transcripts* from the physician assistant (PA) program and any institution from which a post-graduate master’s or doctoral degree was earned.
- Resume or CV detailing education, employment, volunteer service, and scholarly activity
- Statement of professional goals
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*You must request official transcripts from your previous institution鈥檚 Registrar鈥檚 Office. Official transcripts can be sent electronically to admissions@rm.edu. Any transcripts emailed from the applicant will be considered unofficial.
Other Requirements
Vaccinations
Vaccinations
No vaccination requirements
Tech Requirements
Technology Requirements
Background and Purpose
The healthcare industry is heavily reliant on technology and on providers who are proficient in utilizing technology. As a result, 黑料专区 of Health Professions requires extensive utilization of electronic devices for its programs. The purpose of this document is to define minimum technology requirements for students to ensure they are equipped with the hardware and software necessary to facilitate their participation and success in all facets of their education.
Laptop Computer*
Students are required to secure a personal computer for use during the course of their studies that adheres to the below minimum requirements (*this does not apply to students in the Optometry OD program.)听
Operating System (OS)
- For PC: Windows 10
- For Mac: macOS 13 (Ventura) or higher听
Specifications
- Processor: Apple – M1 Chip or better. Windows – Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 or better
- Memory: 8 GB or more
- Storage: 128 GB Flash Solid-State Drive (256GB or more recommended)
- Display: 13 inches or larger (retina display 12-inch is acceptable)
- WiFi Connectivity: 802.11ac or higher
- Camera: Built-in high resolution (720p or better), internal or external
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Required Software
Your computer must have these systems installed:
- Adobe PDF Reader
- An anti-virus program* 鈥↖f you don鈥檛 already have one installed, we recommend Sophos
*Note: You should have only ONE anti-virus program installed; multiple installations can be troublesome.
High Speed Internet
- The connection should be a Cable/DSL broadband connection or better. We recommend having a minimum of 10 mbps download and 2 mbps upload. You can check your download and upload speeds at Speedtest.
- Your Internet Service Provider (ISP) must be reliable. Please note that wireless connections can be unstable; wired Ethernet connections should be used whenever possible. If the speed of your connection is inadequate, contact your ISP to upgrade to a higher-level service.听
Internet Browser
- Due to its integration with G Suite, we recommend Google Chrome.
- We recommend you also have the Mozilla Firefox browser available, as a backup.听
Programs Not Using These Requirements
Applicable to all new students except the PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT (PA) program. Check PA program technology policy for reference.
LAST UPDATED: July 2024.
Application Process
Step 1:
Complete online application through our applicant portal.
Step 2:
Submit supplemental materials i.e. official transcripts, letters of recommendation, etc.
Step 3:
Once your application is complete, it will be sent to the program specific Admissions Selection Committee for review. The review process can take 1-2 weeks on average.