An objective, standardized evaluation of a student’s medical knowledge as one component of their readiness for graduation
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Specific
This 300-question exam is built using a blueprint and content area list developed by PA educators and national exam experts, and is required to be delivered in the final four months of the PA program.
Standardized
All exam items are peer-reviewed and statistically validated for accuracy and consistency. The exam will be standardized by a panel of PA education experts.
Secure
Exams will be delivered through a secure, password-protected website that will utilize a lockdown browser to maintain content validity.
Content
Check out the exam guiding principles, blueprint, and content area list.
Task Areas and Objectives
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Scoring and Interpretation
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Process
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Knowledge Base
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Meet the Team
Find out who is building and writing the End of Curriculum exam.
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