PAS 531 - Research Methods and Design

Prerequisites, PAS 500, PAS 501, PAS 501L, PAS 502, PAS 502L, PAS 503, PAS 504, PAS 505, PAS 506, PAS 507 with a GPA of 3.0 or greater during the first trimester, physician assistant studies major. Instruction in research methods and application to the clinical setting with a focus on general medical and public health topics. Basic concepts of epidemiology and statistics as related to evidence-based medical practice. Critical appraisal of published clinical research reports to identify strengths and weaknesses in study design, data presentation and conclusions. Regulatory compliance overview for human subject research. Application of knowledge and skills gained will lead the student to successfully complete the “Capstone” Graduate Project courses (PAS 697 and PAS 698). (Offered summer.) 1 credit