Student Welcome Package
Class of 2016
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Contents
A. TUITION and FEES................................................................................................................................ 5
Schedule Summary ................................................................................................................. 5
Fee and Refund Schedules ...................................................................................................... 6
Financial Aid Information / OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program) ........................... 6
Incidental Fees ........................................................................................................................ 6
Fee Invoice and Payment Installments ................................................................................... 6
Paying your Fees ..................................................................................................................... 6
B. REQUIRED SUBMISSIONS –due by August 1, 2014 ............................................................................. 7
1. Student Declaration of Understanding for Insurance.......................................................... 7
2. Sharing of Information and Media Release ........................................................................ 7
3. Immunizations Form ........................................................................................................... 8
4. Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification ............................................................................ 8
5. Vulnerable Sector Police Records Check and Disclosure .................................................. 8
Summary of Required Submissions ........................................................................................ 9
C. MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY PRE-COURSE ............................................................................................. 10
D. PROGRAM SCHEDULE and ATTENDANCE ......................................................................................... 11
Attendance Guidelines .......................................................................................................... 11
Residential Blocks in Year 1................................................................................................. 11
E. HOUSING ........................................................................................................................................... 11
F. SUPPORT for STUDENTS .................................................................................................................... 12
Office of Health Professions Student Affairs ....................................................................... 12
Accommodations .................................................................................................................. 12
G. UofT STUDENT ACCESS...................................................................................................................... 13
TCard .................................................................................................................................... 13
UTORid................................................................................................................................. 14
E-mail .................................................................................................................................... 14
Portal ..................................................................................................................................... 14
H. REQUIRED SUPPLIES .......................................................................................................................... 14
Computer Requirements ....................................................................................................... 14
I. PROGRAM DETAILS AND OTHER INFORMATION .............................................................................. 16
Course Descriptions .............................................................................................................. 16
Longitudinal Clinical Experience (LCE) Course .................................................................. 16
Proctoring of Exams ............................................................................................................. 16
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Geographic Assignments for Clinical Placements ................................................................ 16
Mask Fit Testing ................................................................................................................... 17
Infectious Diseases and Occupational Health ....................................................................... 17
University of Toronto, St. George Campus Tours ................................................................ 17
J. CONTACTS and MAP ......................................................................................................................... 18
K. APPENDIX .......................................................................................................................................... 18
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Dear PA students,
Welcome to the Physician Assistant Professional degree program at the University of Toronto,
in the Department of Family and Community Medicine. We are part of the collaboration known
as the Consortium of PA Education. As your Medical Director, I would like to express our
excitement in having you join our program, and participate in the development of the PA
profession in Canada!
You have been selected from a group of competitive candidates. You each possess special
qualities that will serve you well as a PA student and as a practicing PA. As you proceed
through the program, you will be asked for your input and feedback, as we work collaboratively
through the innovative, integrated, (mostly) on-line curriculum. The open lines of
communication will serve us all well.
Our goal is to prepare you with the competencies required to practice as a compassionate,
knowledgeable PA upon graduation. The key ingredients for your success will be your flexibility,
comfort with uncertainty and enthusiasm.
Thank you for having the faith in the process and the commitment to the PA profession. I look
forward to learning and growing with you on this journey.
Sincerely,
Maureen Gottesman MD, M.Ed, CCFP
THE CONSORTIUM OF PA EDUCATION
Physician Assistant Professional Degree Program, 263 McCaul Street, 3rd floor, Toronto, Ontario, M5T 1W7
Tel: + 1 416 946-7173 ∙ Fax: +1 416 946-3511∙ physician.assistant@utoronto.ca ∙www.PAconsortium.ca
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A. TUITION and FEES
Schedule Summary
The following is a summary of important deadlines (details regarding your fees are as previously
provided in your Letter of Offer Terms and Conditions).
It is the responsibility of the student to ensure all payments are received on time.
DATE
ITEM
NOTES
As per your Letter of
Payment Due: $500
• Non-refundable*
Offer Terms and
Deposit
• Applied to your tuition and incidental fees
Conditions
Immediately
Recommended Deadline: • See OSAP details below
If applying for OSAP**
July 2, 2014
July 14, 2014
August 1, 2014
August 20, 2014
August 20, 2014
Aug 31, 2014
September 2, 2014
Purchase Medical
Terminology Pre-Course
course access code
Medical Terminology PreCourse starts
• See details in section C of this package
Deadline: submission of
documents
Payment Due: at least
65% of tuition and
incidental fees***
Deadline: to defer fees if
you qualify for OSAP**
• See section B: “Required Submissions”
Deadline: to withdraw
from the Program and
receive 100% fee refund
without an
administration fee*
First day of classes
• Course access code must be purchased in
advance (see section C of this package)
• Details available by July 15, 2014 on
ROSI****
• See OSAP details below
• Less the non-refundable deposit
• Includes refund on incidental and ancillary
fees
• Mandatory attendance in Toronto (see
Section D in this package for more
information)
• Less an administration fee (minimum $245)
and the non-refundable deposit
• Includes refund on incidental and ancillary
fees
Sept 14, 2014
Deadline: to withdraw
from the Program and
receive 100% fee
refund*
Nov 14, 2014
Payment Due: Remaining
tuition and incidental
fees
• A service charge will apply to any fees
outstanding as of Nov 15 2014.
Dec 19 , 2014
Deadline: to withdraw
from the Program and
receive 50% fee refund*
• Less an administration fee (minimum $245)
and the non-refundable deposit
• Includes refund on incidental fees only
• If withdrawing from the Program, 0% of fees
refunded by this date onwards
Dec 20, 2014
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*Fee and Refund Schedules 1
Specific deadlines exist for refunds of tuition and fees if withdrawing from the program on or before
December 19, 2014 (see the Schedule Summary, above). After that date, no refund will be issued.
**Financial Aid Information / OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program)
As noted in your Letter of Offer Terms and Conditions, the BScPA Program is recognized by OSAP. It is
possible that students enrolled in the BScPA program may qualify for a fee deferral from the Student
Accounts office, if the student is awaiting OSAP support which is usually scheduled for the Fall Term
installment in September 2014.
If you qualify for OSAP funding, deferral of fees must be requested (by selecting the Fee Deferral
Option on the Repository of Student Information -ROSI )by August 20, 2014.
Applications for OSAP are available at https://osap.gov.on.ca/OSAPPortal/en/Home/index.htm
If you are planning on applying for OSAP, you should do so immediately in order to meet the August 20,
2014 deferral deadline. For further information pertaining to financial aid please see:
http://apply.utoronto.ca/adm-awards/html/financial%20aid/mainfapage.htm
***Incidental Fees 2
Incidental Fees are based on 2014 Fall/Winter Incidental fees. These fees will be adjusted in May 2015
when the 2015 Summer incidental fees are approved.
****Fee Invoice and Payment Installments
The fees and payment schedule will be available to you on ROSI http://www.rosi.utoronto.ca once you
are registered. You can view the details of your account by clicking on the “Financial Account” tab on
the left side of the screen. You will see the balance on your account and you can view reports and
invoices pertaining to account activity.
Paying your Fees 3
All payments are to be made at a financial institution. You may make a payment at a Canadian branch
of:
•
Bank of Montreal
•
TD Canada Trust
•
Royal Bank
•
HSBC Bank Canada
•
CIBC
•
most credit unions
•
Scotiabank
If you do not have an account at one of these financial institutions, you may still make a payment at the
teller with cash, money order, or certified cheque.
Payment method options:
1) TELEPHONE or ONLINE banking (if your financial institution offers this service)
a. You will need your account number and the name ' University of Toronto '
1
2
Further information for the 2014-15 year will be available at http://www.fees.utoronto.ca/sessions.htm by July 15, 2014
Further information on compulsory, non-academic, incidental fees can be found at:
http://www.viceprovoststudents.utoronto.ca/publicationsandpolicies/guidelines/incidental-fees.htm
3
Further information can be found at:
http://www.fees.utoronto.ca/session/fall/Making_Payments/Making_a_Fee_Payment.htm
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b. Your account number is displayed on the top right-hand corner of the invoice format of
your financial account on the Student Web Service/ROSI. This consists of the first five
characters of your surname (in capital letters) and 10 numbers which is your student
number with leading zeroes. Make sure you distinguish between the letter 'O' and the
number 'zero'.
2) BANK MACHINE or at a TELLER.
a. Take a copy of your financial account in invoice format printed from the Student Web
Service/ROSI with you.
b. Your account number & student number printed on the invoice format account are
needed to ensure the payment is credited to your account.
Make sure you keep your receipt or your verification/confirmation number. It is your proof of payment
and will be requested to follow up on any payment problems.
B. REQUIRED SUBMISSIONS –due by August 1, 2014
1. Student Declaration of Understanding for Insurance
BScPA students are eligible for Workplace Safety Insurance Board (WSIB) coverage of claims while
on unpaid placements as required by the Program. Private insurance will be provided should the
unpaid placement required take place with an employer who is not covered by WSIB.
The Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities ensures that students on work placements
receive WSIB for placement employers who have WSIB coverage and private insurance for
employers who are not covered by WSIB for injuries or disease incurred while fulfilling the
requirements of their placement. Please complete the form: “Student Declaration of Understanding
for Insurance Workplace Safety and Insurance Board or Private Insurance Coverage Unpaid Student
Trainees in Clinical Placements”, available in the Appendix and return it to the BScPA Program
Office.
2. Sharing of Information and Media Release
Although you will be a University of Toronto student in the Department of Family and Community
Medicine in the Faculty of Medicine, the BScPA Physician Assistant Professional Degree Program is
delivered in collaboration by the University of Toronto, the Northern Ontario School of Medicine
and the Michener Institute for Applied Health Sciences. Together, these three institutions form the
Consortium of PA Education. As a student in the BScPA program, your contact information (name,
email, address) will be shared within the Consortium for the purposes of the administration of the
BScPA program.
Please review the Media Release forms from the University of Toronto, the Michener Institute and
NOSM available in the Appendix. You are asked to consent to the release of your image for various
promotions and public relations endeavors as we promote the Consortium of PA Education. Each
institution (the University of Toronto, the Michener Institute and NOSM) has a specific media
release consent form. Please sign and return them to the BScPA Program Office. If you choose not
to sign these forms, please cross out the form and return them, unsigned to the BScPA Program
Office.
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3. Immunizations Form
As noted in your Letter of Offer Terms and Conditions, your offer of admission requires that you
provide a record of up-to-date required immunizations. These requirements must be fulfilled in
order to meet the Health Standards set forth in the Public Hospitals Act, Section 4.2, Ontario
Regulation 518/88. The Immunization form can be found in the Appendix and is also available on our
website at http://paconsortium.ca/forms . The form must be completed by a qualified healthcare
professional, and not by the student. Students must submit this completed form 4 and the
appropriate documentation via ShareFile 5. Information ShareFile and how to upload your document
is available on the bottom of the screening form.
o
Name your file as “LastName, FirstName-Immunization” to upload to ShareFile
Any questions about the Immunization form should come from the Healthcare professional, and can
be directed to the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine’s Office of the Registrar at
registrar.medicine@utoronto.ca Tel: 416-946-8720
All health information is handled confidentially. Please note that transmitting health information
by email is not secure.
Students are required to keep all immunization records up to date with the Program, for the
duration of the program.
4. Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification
As noted in your Letter of Offer Terms and Conditions, your offer of admission requires that you
provide proof of valid Basic Cardiac Life Support certification 6 (Adult and Child CPR/Basic Rescuer C).
Students are required to have a valid CPR certificate throughout the two-year program. Please note
that if there is no expiration date on the CPR certificate, the BScPA Program considers the
expiration to be one year from date of issue. Students are responsible for submitting a copy of the
certificate (front and back) as evidence of their recertification, as appropriate.
A copy of your current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification must be submitted via ShareFile, as
per information provided to you via email from the Registrar’s Office.
o Name your file as ““LastName, FirstName-CPR” to upload to ShareFile
5. Vulnerable Sector Police Records Check and Disclosure
As these checks can take many weeks, we recommend that you begin the process as soon as
possible to ensure compliance with our deadline.
Because all Physician Assistant students undertake significant portions of their education in settings
with exposure to vulnerable populations, students are required to complete and submit the results
of a Vulnerable Persons Criminal Record Check, at their own expense, prior to the start of their studies
4
Retain the original forms on file, as the Registrar’s Office may request paper copies if the electronically submitted files
have low resolution.
5
ShareFile is a secure, cloud-based file-sharing system. For more information on ShareFile, please refer
to: http://dc.med.utoronto.ca/content/sharefile
6
Retain the original forms on file, as the Registrar’s Office may request paper copies if the electronically submitted files
have low resolution.
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(as noted in your Letter of Offer Terms and Conditions). This process must be initiated through your
local police service. You may wish to obtain two original copies of your report so that you may keep
one for your own records.
Police forces may use slightly different language to describe the various levels of Records Checks
available. Please be sure that the check you undergo includes at least a check of local records, as well
as the RCMP’s CPIC, and the register of pardoned sexual offences. This high level of check is the one
required by volunteer and other agencies who serve children and other vulnerable populations.
The majority of students will have checks resulting in a “clear” report, indicating that no police record
was found. Very few students may receive a “not clear” report. As there are many circumstances that
could lead to this finding, each “not clear” case will be considered individually by a confidential
committee of the Faculty of Medicine. The Faculty of Medicine reserves the right to revoke an offer
of admission or cancel registration based on a review of this report.
If you have any questions regarding the Police check, please contact the Office of the Registrar
Tel: 416-946-8720 Email: registrar.medicine@utoronto.ca
Toronto Residents
Individuals who will be using Toronto Police Services to obtain their Vulnerable Sector Screen MUST
contact the Faculty of Medicine Office of the Registrar in order to receive a signed application to be
submitted to Toronto Police Services. Contact the Registrar’s Office before contacting the Toronto Police.
This is the same office where you will submit the completed check, once you receive it back from the
Toronto Police.
Summary of Required Submissions
1
2
3
4
5
Submission
Item
Student
Declaration of
Understanding
for Insurance
Sharing of
Information and
Media Release
Immunizations
form
Basic Cardiac
Life Support
Certification
Vulnerable
Sector Police
Records Check
and Disclosure
Submission
Method
Email, or fax,
or mail
Submission Location
Physician Assistant Program (BScPA)
263 McCaul Street, Room 309
Toronto, ON, M5T 1W7
Fax: 416-946-3511
Email: physician.assistant@utoronto.ca
https://utmed.sharefile.com/r/r378de5fb45940a78
On-line via
ShareFile
https://utmed.sharefile.com/r/r556fedd5c184cf19
In person or
mail
Office of the Registrar
Faculty of Medicine
University of Toronto
Room 2306, Medical Sciences Building
1 King’s College Circle
Toronto, ON, M5S 1A8
Due
Date
Aug 1, 2014
Item
#
Note: If any submissions have not been received by the deadline, the Program reserves the
right to revoke the offer of admission to the Program.
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C. MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY PRE-COURSE
The purpose of the Medical Terminology pre-course is, in part, to help you become familiar with
BlackboardTM, the Learning Management System that is used at the University of Toronto.
The self-directed Medical terminology pre-course starts on July 14, 2014 and runs until Aug 22,
2014. The course outline is included in the Appendix, and includes the information about the course,
schedule and expectations.
In order to participate in the course, there are a number of steps to follow (see below). Please leave
yourself enough time to get the access codes in advance of the start date.
1. Purchase the course code
The Medical Terminology pre-course access code is available only from the University of Toronto
Bookstore. Each student must purchase their own access code in order to participate in the course.
Product name: Medical Terminology Online for Medical Terminology: A Short Course (User Guide and
Access Code), 6th Edition. Author: Chabner
Cost: Approximately $40 plus tax and shipping (if required)
Method of Purchase
In person
By phone^
On-line^
Location Information
UofT Bookstore (St. George Bookstore)
214 College Street,
Toronto, ON M5T 3A1
Phone: 416.640.7900
Fax: 416.640.5336
UofT Bookstore – Medical Books:
1-800-387-4420
http://uoftbookstore.com/buy_book_detail.asp?pf
_id=12955084
Payment Options
Cash, Debit, Credit
Credit
Credit
^For purchases made by phone or on-line, the hard copy of the product must be shipped to you. The additional
cost for shipping is dependent on the location of delivery. Please allow at least 1 week for delivery.
2. Read the email from BScPA Program Office with your pre-assigned login code
The BScPA Program office will email your qq code and password to access the course on Blackboard.
Logging in to Blackboard with the qq code provided to students for the Medical Terminology course
will NOT provide access to the BScPA program courses. Unlike UTORids, the qq codes are temporary
and do not provide full access to the library system. However, if you already have a UTORid, you
must still use the qq code provided to you by the BScPA Program as only the qq code will allow
access to the Medical Terminology Course.
3. Access the Medical Terminology Course
a) Access the University of Toronto Blackboard/portal site (www.portal.utoronto.ca)
b) Log-in to the Portal (with your assigned qq code and password – do NOT use your UTORid)
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c) Click on your course “FOM-PA-Evolve-MT-2014” under “My Courses”
d) Enter the access code you purchased from the Bookstore
e) For tips on how to use Blackboard, see Information for Students (developed by UofT) and
Blackboard Learn Videos (developed by Blackboard)
D. PROGRAM SCHEDULE and ATTENDANCE
The BScPA Program is delivered mostly on-line, however, there are strategically placed Residential
Blocks throughout the 24-months.
Attendance Guidelines
Attendance at Residential blocks in mandatory. The Attendance Guidelines are available in the Student
Handbook, available on the Program website http://paconsortium.ca/policies . 7
Residential Blocks in Year 1
The Residential Blocks will take place in Toronto (downtown) on weekdays.
Dates for Year 1 are listed here. All dates are inclusive.
• September 2, 2014 to September 26, 2014
• December 1, 2014 to December 19, 2014
• April 13, 2015 to May 1, 2015
• July 20, 2015 to August 14, 2015
Please refer to the ‘Program at a Glance’ document for your cohort (Class of 2016) for your Year 1 and
Year 2 details http://paconsortium.ca/course-information-and-calendars
E. HOUSING
For lodging options for the Residential Blocks, check out the Temporary housing information available at
http://www.housing.utoronto.ca/
The Michener Institute also has an onsite residence with limited availability. For more information and
pictures of the Michener Residence see http://michener.ca/resources/residence.php or contact
Ray Nielsen
Manager, Student Life
residence@michener.ca
416-596-3141 or 1-800-387-9066 x3141
7
Please note the Personal Day Notification form (Yr1) and Absence Notification Form (Yr2) that go along with these guidelines
are also found at http://paconsortium.ca/forms
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F. SUPPORT for STUDENTS
Office of Health Professions Student Affairs
The Associate Dean and staff of the Office of Health Professions Student Affairs (OHPSA) are dedicated
to helping students adjust to Faculty of Medicine Programs and to achieve their full academic and
personal potentials. Student Affairs promotes enrichment of student life and development of a healthy
balance of work, extracurricular activities and community involvement. Their goal is to ensure that
student questions and concerns are addressed before they have an adverse effect on students. The
OHPSA staff has over 100 years of accumulated experience assisting students with every possible
academic, interpersonal, health, emotional, housing and family problem. They are willing and able to
facilitate student access to extensive resources and networks within the University and surrounding
community.
BScPA students are encouraged to contact the OHPSA directly in order to access confidential guidance,
advice, support and/or counselling in the event of any personal circumstance. The BScPA program
faculty may refer students to OHPSA when warranted.
Office of Health Professions Student Affairs (OHPSA)
FitzGerald Building,
150 College Street, Rm 121
Toronto, Ontario
M5S 1A8
Tel: (416) 978-2764
Fax: (416) 971-3056
ohpsa.reception@utoronto.ca
http://www.ohpsa.utoronto.ca/
Accommodations
The mission of Accessibility Services at the University of Toronto is to facilitate the inclusion of students
with disabilities into all aspects of university life. Their focus is on skill development, especially in the
areas of self-advocacy and academic skills. Any student with accommodation requirements must
contact Accessibility Services in advance of the start of the program. We encourage you to begin this
process as soon as possible.
Robarts Library
130 St. George Street
1st Floor (ground entrance off St. George St.)
Toronto, Ontario M5S 3H1
Telephone: 416-978-8060
TDD: 416-978-1902
Email: disability.services@utoronto.ca
Website: http://www.accessibility.utoronto.ca/index.htm
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G. UofT STUDENT ACCESS
TCard
Your permanent University of Toronto TCard is a photo ID smartcard which provides identification for
academic purposes, student activities and services, facility access and a Library Card. The TCard also
provides users the option to carry cash value in the computer chip, allowing the card to be used to
purchase photocopies, computer printing, laundry services and vending services at select locations at
the University.
If you already have a University of Toronto TCard you can continue to use that one. Your TCard is your
University of Toronto Identification card for as long as you have an association with the University.
There is no need to replace the card if the following conditions are met: The photograph on the card can
still be used as identification; and, the technology on the card, the optical bar-code, the magnetic strip
and the gold memory chip still function. (htp://www.utoronto.ca/tcard/)
What is required to get a TCard?
One piece of Government issued Photo ID (e.g. a passport, Provincial Driver’s License, Provincial Health
Card with photo)
When to get your TCard? 8
Within the first week of September, during the Residential Block, students will have opportunities to get
a TCard. However, if you are in the area, you may choose to get the Tcard earlier, provided you have
paid 65% of your tuition fees (or officially deferred due to OSAP) as you must be a recognized student at
the University of Toronto. (Please check the Tcard website for their up to date Office Hours
http://www.utoronto.ca/tcard/)
Where to get your TCard?
You can get your card at any campus Tcard office. The Tcard website has the contact information and
Office Hours, as well as helpful FAQs.
St. George Campus
Room 2054A, Robarts Research Library.
130 St. George Street, Toronto, Ontario. M5S 1A5
416-946-8047
tcard.office@utoronto.ca
Mississauga Campus
Davis Building, Room 2122
3359 Mississauga Road N., Mississauga, Ontario. L5L 1C6
905-569-4975
tcard.utm@utoronto.ca
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Please note: The University is closed Monday June 30 , Tuesday, July 1 , Monday August 4 , and Monday, September 1
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Scarborough Campus
UTSC Library
1265 Military Trail, Toronto, Ontario. M1C 1A4
416-208-2660
tcardoffice@utsc.utoronto.ca
UTORid
Your UTORid can be found on your Tcard. It is the same as the JOINid issued when you applied to the
program (it becomes a UTORid once you register for the program). The UTORid is used to log into
computers on campus, access all academic courses and to activate your University of Toronto email
address. Incoming students are expected to activate their UTORid and UToronto email by the end of the
first week of classes. Students may fall behind academically if there is a delay in activation.
E-mail
At the Tcard office you will be given an instruction sheet that will guide you through the process of
creating a UToronto email account. Your UToronto email is the official means of communication
between all students, staff, faculty members and the university.
Portal
The Portal can be accessed using your UTORid and password. The Portal website
(www.portal.utoronto.ca) will provide you access to your courses within Blackboard, the Learning
Management System. In Blackboard, you will access all of your course materials including course
overviews, assignments, lectures, and links to additional information. Logging into the Portal also grants
you access to the University of Toronto’s Library holdings.
Portal information for Students is available here:
http://www.portalinfo.utoronto.ca/content/information-students
H.REQUIRED SUPPLIES
Computer Requirements
As indicated on the BScPA Program website and in the Letter of Offer Terms and Conditions, the
majority of the BScPA Program is delivered on-line. You are responsible for ensuring you have the
following mandatory requirements available to you for the duration of the program.
Mandatory Software
•
•
•
Operating system of Windows 7 or Mac 10.7 (minimum)
Office 2010 (minimum)
Compatible browser
o Specific browsers have been tested and certified for optimal use with Blackboard
(Firefox, Safari, Chrome, and IE9) – please see Support for Browsers as there are
specific recommendations depending on your operating system
Mandatory Hardware:
•
A full computer (laptop or desktop) is required. A tablet alone is not sufficient to
participate in course activities.
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Laptops are not mandatory, but they are useful for portability during Residential
blocks and the Clinical Year
High-speed internet
Webcam
Good quality Headset and Microphone
o Many on-line synchronous learning activities will occur in a webinar format.
Students will need a webcam, headset and microphone in order to participate
Printer
o The purchase of a printer is strongly recommended as there is a significant amount
of documents and notes provided on Blackboard that you may want to print.
o
•
•
•
•
The following table is a list of the required supplies and the approximate time by which students are
expected to have purchased these items. Students are eligible to receive a 10% discount at the UofT
bookstore on these products as long as they provide proof of enrolment in the BScPA Program (eg.
Course Outline, Offer letter). In order for this offer to be valid, please ask for Don or Raj when making
your purchase.
Required Item
Headset and Microphone
Webcam
Textbooks for Semester 1++
Littmann Classic II Stethoscope
Penlight
Sphygmomanometer
(Blood Pressure cuff)
Gloves (box of 100 pairs) for Anatomy labs
Lab coat for Anatomy Labs
Fob card to access Student Study Space
Otoscope/ophthalmoscope
Pocket Eye Chart
Tuning fork (128 HZ OR 512 Hz)
Queens Square Hammer/Reflex Hammer
Mask- fit testing++++
+
Approx. Cost $CDN
(before tax)
variable
variable
variable
$100
$5
$35 - $190
(wide range available)
$20
$15-25
$20 Deposit+++
$450 - $650
$5
$8 - $15
$5 - $15
Approximately $35
When the Item is required for
July 2014+
July 2014+
September 2014
September 2014
September 2014
September 2014
September 2014
September 2014
Available in September 2014
December 2014
December 2014
December 2014
April 2015
To be arranged by the Program in
August 2015
A headset, microphone and webcam is used as part of the synchronous on-line meetings in the Medical
Terminology pre-course
++
The booklist will be available later in the summer
+++
th
It is optional for students to get a Fob to access the student study space at 263 McCaul St on the 5 floor. The
deposit is refundable upon return of the Fob.
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See further details in Section I
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I. PROGRAM DETAILS AND OTHER INFORMATION
Course Descriptions
A complete list of all courses in the BScPA program and their descriptions are available on the program
website at http://paconsortium.ca/course-information-and-calendars
Longitudinal Clinical Experience (LCE) Course
Based on feedback from previous students, we are including the complete Course Outline for the 201415 LCE course in advance (see Appendix). Please consider potential clinical sites you may wish to
contact in advance for LCE placements as of October 2014. Students cannot book an LCE placement
until the complete schedule is made available to you in September 2014 and all required documentation
(see Section B) has been submitted and approved.
Proctoring of Exams
For students who live more than 100 km from the BScPA Program Office, we recognize that it may be
difficult to travel to the Toronto campus for exams scheduled outside of the Residential Blocks. For this
reason, we allow test/exam writing to occur outside of the Toronto, Sudbury, or Thunder Bay campuses
with a pre-approved “external” proctor.
Students are responsible for securing their own external proctor. Please see the Appendix for the
proctor form which outlines the guidelines and gives a sample form that a student writing offsite would
have to complete and submit prior to an exam.
If you live more than 100 km from the BScPA Program Office in Toronto, or the NOSM campus in
Sudbury or Thunder Bay, you may wish to begin searching for potential proctors now, as there will be
exams as early as October 2014.
Geographic Assignments for Clinical Placements
The BScPA Program is designed so that students may remain in their home community for
much of the Program, even during the second year which is clinically focussed. During year 2,
students are scheduled for 40 weeks of supervised direct clinical contact in rural and urban settings.
For all students whose primary residence is in Northern Ontario, their Home Training Location will be in
the North. For all students whose primary residence is in Southern Ontario, their Home Training
Location will be in the South. It is expected that, as much as possible, the student’s Home Training
Location will be in the same community as their primary residence. However, if the community in which
they usually reside is not suitable for PA student training, the student will be expected to relocate to a
suitable community within their geographic region (North/South). Additionally, all students will be
allocated to a N/S Swap Training Location in the other geographic region (North or South) from their
Home Training Location. Northern Ontario is defined by communities affiliated with NOSM.
The Ministry of Health and Long Term Training (MOHLTC) supports the diversity of training accorded to
students with the North/South Swap. To that end, they have committed to subsidize students when
they are in their Swap training location. Additional details will be provided to students in preparation
for the clinical placements.
As outlined in the Year 2 Clinical Handbook (available at http://paconsortium.ca/policies ), PA Learners
are assigned clinical rotations upon initial and follow - up consultation between the student and the
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BScPA Program Clinical Coordinator. Once set, the rotation schedule is not typically changed. In the
event that a student believes their personal circumstances are extenuating and warrant consideration to
change a rotation, a training site or a preceptor, the student must discuss their concerns with the Office
of Health Professions Student Affairs. Only with the support of the OHPSA will any changes be
considered, in consultation with the student, the counsellor and the Clinical Coordinator (or Designate).
Mask Fit Testing
Healthcare providers adopt infection control procedures including the wearing of personal protective
equipment. One of the key pieces of personal protective equipment is a properly fit tested mask. The
Ministry of Health has developed directives for health care professionals to wear an approved
respirator/mask when droplet protection (as in the cases of SARS and H1N1) is required. In order to
protect the health and safety of health care learners, the use of respirators/masks may be required if
there is evidence of potential exposure to airborne infectious agents, chemicals, etc.
Fit test data must be updated every 18 months – 2 years or when facial characteristics change due to
weight gain/loss or facial trauma. For an adequate mask-to-face seal learners must be clean shaven at
the time of the mask fitting. Accommodation requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
PA learners are required to be mask fit tested prior to the start of the clinical placements in year 2. The
Program will arrange for mask fit testing for students during a Residential Block, just prior to Year 2. The
Program will record the mask size and details as part of the Immunization and Certification record in the
Student’s file.
Infectious Diseases and Occupational Health
Applicants with known/diagnosed active tuberculosis (TB), Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, or HIV infection are
required upon acceptance to inform the Associate Dean, Health Professions Student Affairs of their
condition (see section F “Support for Students” for contact information for the Office of Health
Professions Student Affairs). The diagnosis of any infectious disease in an applicant or learner shall
remain confidential within a strict “need to know” environment.
For full details, please review the Infectious Diseases and Occupational Health Guidelines for Applicants
to and Learners of the Faculty of Medicine Academic Programs found at http://paconsortium.ca/policies
University of Toronto, St. George Campus Tours
University of Toronto provides free walking tours (approx. 1.5 hours in duration) Mondays through
Fridays at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm, and Saturdays at 11:00 am. 9 The Program highly recommends that
you arrange to go on a tour –either before the first day of classes, if you are in the area, or as soon as
possible once the program starts. You may not be on campus much during the program, but it will
enhance your experience if you have a comfort level with the campus. For more information regarding
the tours, please see http://discover.utoronto.ca/connect/campus-tours/u-of-t-st-george-campus-tours
9
Note that the Tours are not available June 28 to July 1 2014 inclusive. Confirm availability for the August and
September long weekends closer to the date.
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J. CONTACTS and MAP
Name
Dr. Maureen Gottesman
Sharona Kanofsky, CCPA
John Shea, CCPA
Elizabeth Whitmell
Andrew Van Overbeke
Bev Voss
Laura Curiale
Office of the Registrar, Faculty of
Medicine
Office of Health Professions Student
Affairs (OHPSA)
Disability Services
TCard Office – St. George Campus
TCard Office – UofT at Mississauga
TCard Office - Scarborough
Position
Medical Director
Academic Coordinator
Clinical Coordinator
Program Manager
Program Assistant
Administrative Assistant
Admissions Coordinator
Reception
E-mail
m.gottesman@utoronto.ca
sharona.kanofksy@utoronto.ca
jshea@nosm.ca
e.whitmell@utoronto.ca
physician.assistant@utoronto.ca
clinical.pa@nosm.ca
Admissions.pa@utoronto.ca
reception.registrar@utoronto.ca
Reception
ohpsa.reception@utoronto.ca
Reception
Reception
Reception
accessibility.services@utoronto.ca
Reception
tcard.office@utoronto.ca
tcard.utm@utoronto.ca
tcardoffice@utsc.utoronto.ca
Use the following link to access an on-line map with details specific for the BScPA Program:
http://goo.gl/maps/Lg2Tq
Download the UofT Map App on your mobile device (Android, Iphone, Ipad):
http://map.utoronto.ca/c/getApp
K. APPENDIX
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Student Declaration of Understanding for Insurance
Media Release Forms
Immunization Form
2014 Medical Terminology Course Outline
2014 LCE Course Outline
Sample Proctor Form
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APPENDIX
Letter to Placement Employers – clinical sites with WSIB coverage
Student Declaration of Understanding
Workplace Safety and Insurance Board or Private Insurance Coverage
Unpaid Student Trainees in Clinical Placements
Student coverage while on placements
Students of health sciences programs as identified by their university or college are eligible for
Workplace Safety Insurance Board (WSIB) coverage of claims while on unpaid placements as
required by their program of study. Private insurance will be provided should the unpaid
placement required by their program of study take place with an employer who is not covered by
WSIB.
Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities ensures that students on work placements receive
WSIB for placement employers who have WSIB coverage and private insurance for employers
who are not covered by WSIB for injuries or disease incurred while fulfilling the requirements of
their placement.
Declaration
I have read and understand that WSIB or private insurance coverage will be provided through the
Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities while I am on training placements as arranged by
the university or college as a requirement of my program of study.
I understand the implications and have had any questions answered to my satisfaction.
I agree to immediately report any placement related injury or disease to the placement employer.
Release of Information
I understand that my personal information will be released to the placement employer in the event
of a workplace injury or disease at the placement employer’s workplace during an unpaid
placement.
I understand that the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, the college or university and
placement employer will be required to release relevant personal information with each other and
to the WSIB or a private insurance company.
Student name (print):________________________
Student signature: _________________
Program/School: U of T BScPA Program
Date: ___________________________
THE CONSORTIUM OF PA EDUCATION
Physician Assistant Professional Degree Program, 500 University Avenue, Suite 602, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Tel: + 1 416 946-7173 ∙ Fax: +1 416 946-3511∙ physician.assistant@utoronto.ca ∙www.PAconsortium.ca
Division of University Advancement
University of Toronto
J. Robert S. Prichard Alumni House, 21 King’s College Circle, Toronto, ON M5S 3J3
Tel.: 978-8638, Fax: 978-1632 Toll-free: 1-800-463-6048 E-mail:news.events@utoronto.ca Web: www.newsandevents.utoronto.ca
MEDIA RELEASE FORM
I ______________________ hereby authorize the University of Toronto, Division of
University Advancement, Department of Public Affairs, as well as the Faculty of
Medicine, Department of Family & Community Medicine, BScPA Prorgram, to use my
photograph/video, taken while I am a UofT student, in the use of any University of
Toronto publication. I will not be paid to appear in any photographs or videos and will
not receive any fees for the use of these in the future.
__________________________ - SIGNATURE
___________________________- DATE
Advancement Services, Alumni and Development, Annual Fund, The Bulletin, GRADitude, Office of Gift Planning,
Presidents’ Circle, Public Affairs, U of T Magazine
Media Release Form
I hereby authorize The Michener Institute for Applied Health Sciences and persons authorized by it to take and use for the purpose
of promoting medical education and The Michener Institute, research, publication in scientific journals and other similar purposes
photographs, films, and any other audio and/or visual reproduction of myself.
I hereby waive any right that I may have to inspect or approve the finished product or products that may be used in
conjunction therewith.
I state further that I have read the above authorization, release and agreement, prior to its execution, and that I am fully familiar with
the contents thereof.
Please Print.
Name:
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Signature: __________________________________________Date: ___________________________________________
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University of Toronto
Physician Assistant Professional Degree Program
Medical Terminology
Version
Course Number
Instructors
E-mail Addresses
Meeting Times
2014 / V1
FOM-PA-Evolve-MT-2014
Jeff Straw, CCPA, PA-C
jeff.straw@utoronto.ca
Students will be assigned to Group A or Group B for the two scheduled
meetings on July 18 or 19, 2014 and August 22 or 23, 2014 (See the
Course Schedule)
Description
The Course on Medical Terminology is a pre-course that prepares the newly admitted students
in the Physician Assistant Professional Degree Program on basics in medical terminology. The
goal is to strengthen the knowledge on using Blackboard and medical terminology. The course
offers a myriad of learning opportunities for online education, while accommodating diverse
learning styles and circumstances. A wide range of auditory and visual elements and various
interactivities amplify text content, synthesize concepts presented in the text, provide multiple
activities for reinforcement of learning, and demonstrate the practical application of medical
language.
Prerequisites
Admission to and registration in the Physician Assistant Professional Degree Program
Textbooks required
None
Learner Supplies
 Online Course Passcode (to be purchased by students from the University of Toronto
Bookstore)
 Pre-assigned qq code and password to access the course on Blackboard
Steps to access the Medical Terminology Course
1)
2)
3)
4)
Access the University of Toronto Blackboard/portal site (www.portal.utoronto.ca)
Log-in to the portal (with your assigned qq code and password)
Click on your course “FOM-PA-Evolve-MT-2014” in the list of courses you are taking
Enter the Passcode purchased by you from the Bookstore
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Course Competencies and Learning Objectives
1. Participates and Interacts with Blackboard features and tools
1.1.
Read, reply to the Discussion Board
1.2.
Adopt best practices in using the Discussion Board
1.3.
Identify which document types can be uploaded to Blackboard
1.4.
View a document posted in Blackboard
1.5.
Send an email in Blackboard
1.6.
Submit an assignment using the Assignment Tool
1.7.
View your grades in Blackboard
1.8.
Explain a Wiki and Blog
1.9.
Set your pop-up blocker and firewall settings to permit smooth operation of
Blackboard
1.10.
Troubleshoot text editor settings for emails and discussion posts in Blackboard
1.11.
Access help with Blackboard
1.12.
Complete and submit a Test in Blackboard
2. Participates and Interacts with online tools external to Blackboard
2.1.
Participates in Blackboard Collaborate synchronous sessions
2.2.
Submit an assignment using TurnitIn
2.3.
Acknowledge issues of academic conduct
3. Acquires a working medical vocabulary
Basic Word Structure
3.1.
Divide medical terms into component parts.
3.2.
Analyze, pronounce, and spell medical terms using common combining forms,
suffixes, and prefixes
3.3.
Identify the roles and recognize examples of word roots, prefixes, suffixes, and
combining forms.
3.4.
Analyze, build, define, and spell medical terms.
Organization of the Body
3.5.
Describe the functions of specific body systems.
3.6.
Locate body cavities and specific organs within them.
3.7.
List the divisions of the back.
3.8.
Identify three planes of the body.
3.9.
Analyze, pronounce, and spell new terms related to organs and tissues in the
body.
Suffixes
3.10.
Define suffixes representing conditions, structures and states.
3.11.
Identify and define useful diagnostic and procedural suffixes.
3.12.
Recognize and define the combining forms presented in this module.
3.13.
Analyze, spell, and pronounce medical terms that contain diagnostic and
procedural suffixes.
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Prefixes
3.14.
Identify and define common prefixes used in medical terms.
3.15.
Analyze, spell, and pronounce medical terms that contain prefixes.
Medical Specialists and Case Reports
3.16.
Describe the training process of physicians.
3.17.
Identify the medical specialists and describe their specialties.
3.18.
Identify combining forms used in terms that describe specialists.
3.19.
Decipher medical terminology as written in case reports.
Body Systems
3.20.
Identify and define common body system combining forms.
3.21.
Identify and define key terms related to each system.
3.22.
Analyze, pronounce, and spell pathologic, diagnostic, and treatment terms
related to each of the body systems covered in this module.
External Standards
II. Communicator 3. Accurately convey relevant information and explanations to patients,
families and other health care professionals
II. Communicator 5. Convey accurate oral, written and/or electronic information about a medical
encounter
Grading Information
The Medical Terminology course is considered part of the Formative Assessments included in
PAP299 Passport to the Profession. The PAP299 course is a compilation of exit requirements
for the Bachelor of Science Physician Assistant BScPA degree program. It appears on the
student transcript in Semester 6. As part of the PAP299 course, students are expected to
demonstrate professional behaviour and integrate accumulated knowledge, skills and attitudes
that have been developed as they progress through the other components of the BScPA
program.
The different assessments in Medical Terminology Course are as follows:
8 Assignments (#1-8), No Grade Value
6 Quizzes (#1-6), No Grade Value
Passing Grade
There is no grade allocated to assessments. There is no Course Passing Grade. All quizzes
and exams in the course are meant for self-assessment in order to prepare students for the
BScPA Program on-line delivery.
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About Quizzes, Tests, Examinations
Examination questions are directly related to the competencies (as outlined in the syllabus) and
associated learning objectives (as outlined in the learning plans).
About Assignments
Students may be required to submit their course assignments to Turnitin.com for a review of
textual similarity and detection of possible plagiarism. In doing so, students will allow their
assignments to be included as source documents in the Turnitin.com reference database,
where they will be used solely for the purpose of detecting plagiarism. The terms that apply to
the University's use of the Turnitin.com service are described on the Turnitin.com web site.
The information required to log into TurnItIn is posted in the course.
Academic Conduct/Offences
The concern of the Code of Behaviour on Academic Matters is with the responsibilities of all
parties to the integrity of the teaching and learning relationship. Honesty and fairness must
inform this relationship, whose basis remains one of mutual respect for the aims of education
and for those ethical principles which must characterize the pursuit and transmission of
knowledge in the University. The University of Toronto treats academic offences such as
cheating and misrepresentation very seriously through formal procedures. The policies and
procedures related to academic offences are included in The Code of Behaviour on Academic
Matters available at http://www.governingcouncil.utoronto.ca/policies/behaveac.htm
Medical Documentation
The University of Toronto Verification of Student Illness or Injury form must be submitted in
support Medical Documentation if a request for an exemption from Faculty regulations, if illness
is being used as the reason for the request. The claim of illness, however, is not sufficient
grounds in itself to guarantee approval of the request. This certificate is available online at
http://www.illnessverification.utoronto.ca/ or at the Health Services
http://healthservices.utoronto.ca/. The certificate is titled: Verification of Student Illness or Injury.
Other medical notes will not be accepted. Note that the physician's report must establish that
the patient was examined and diagnosed at the time of illness, not after the fact. The Faculty will
not accept a statement that merely confirms a report of illness made by the student and
documented by the physician.
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Course Dates
The Google Course calendar can be viewed here: http://tinyurl.com/medtermcal
All course activities in this syllabus are indicated by week. Course schedule is subject to
change. Please also refer to course Blackboard site and Google Calendar to verify actual dates.
Assignment/
Activity
Assignment #1
Date 2014
Content area
Due on
July 14 – 15
Class Introduction
Assignment #2
July 16 – 18
Meeting #1,
Online in
assigned groups
Group A: Friday,
July 18, 3:00-4:30PM
-ORGroup B: Saturday,
July 19, 10:00-11:30AM
July 19 – 24
Self-orientation to
Blackboard & Course on
Medical Terminology
Brief introductions,
Discussing ground rules,
Avoiding plagiarism and Use
of Turnitin, Q & As
Wed, July 16 by
12:00 PM
Fri, July 18 by
3:00 PM
Assignment #3
Quiz #1
Assignment #4
Quiz #2
Assignment #5
Quiz #3
Assignment #6
Quiz #4
Assignment #7
Quiz #5
Assignment #8
Quiz #6
Meeting #2,
Online in
assigned groups
July 25 – 31
August 1 – 6
August 7 – 12
August 13 – 15
August 16 – 22
Group A: Friday,
Aug 22, 3:00-4:30 PM
-ORGroup B: Saturday,
Aug 23, 10:00-11:30 AM
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Course Module 1:
Basic Word Structure
Course Module 2:
Organization of the Body
Course Module 3:
Suffixes
Course Module 4:
Prefixes
Course Module 5:
Medical Specialists and
Case Reports
Course Module 6:
Body Systems
Q & A, Course ends
Fri, July 18
(Group A)
-ORSat, July 19
(Group B)
Thurs, July 24 by
5:00 PM
Thurs, July 31 by
5:00 PM
Wed, Aug 6 by
5:00 PM
Tues, Aug 12 by
5:00 PM
Fri, Aug 15 by
5:00 PM
Fri, Aug 22 by
3:00 PM
Fri, Aug 22
(Group A)
-ORSat, Aug 23
(Group B)
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Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Version
Course Number
Credits
Contact Hours
Instructor
E-mail Address
Office Hours
Y1 / FWS / 2014 -15/ V1
PAP 130
Cr/N Cr (Credit/No Credit)
120
Zlata Janicijevic MMSc., PA-C
zlata.janicijevic@utoronto.ca
Office hours are scheduled upon request. The Discussion Board is
monitored regularly and students are invited to communicate with
the Course Director regularly through the Discussion Board (for
issues relating to the course) and email (for issues relating to the
individual student)
Description
This is a longitudinal half-day per week clinical placement over the duration of Year 1. Students
will shadow clinicians in various clinical settings in order to be exposed to the clinical
environment and meet the course goals and objectives. Examples of clinical experiences
include but are not limited to: family medicine clinic, community outpatient lab, medical imaging
department, pharmacy, social work, physiotherapy, home care, long term care institution.
In this course students will utilize the foundations of inter-professional collaboration as a base
for their experiences. Students are expected to fulfill the LCE clinical requirements and find
placements independently, with the guidance of the course director. As part of participation in
an LCE, students are expected to log the details of the experience, including site information
and preceptor acknowledgements. Students are expected to outline their objectives for each
LCE clinical experience, and provide reflections on the experience. As the course progresses,
students are also required to log patient encounters in preparation of the logging required in the
second year of the PA program.
This course provides students with the opportunity to:
1. Complement their knowledge acquisition and integration of the rest of the curriculum by
having a variety of clinical experiences
2. Better understand the Canadian health care system and the different patient care
settings
3. Understand and communicate the potential role of the PA in Canada as important
members of the health care team (by having a better appreciation of the health care
system)
4. Identify the challenges faced in health care today and how the PA role may contribute to
potential solutions
Time Commitment
Administration Time:
• Students are responsible for arranging their own placements and eight hours per
semester is allotted for this. Most organizations require observer paperwork to be
completed, so students should budget their time to allow for this administration
requirement.
Student-determined Scheduling:
• Students are expected to spend a half-day per week (4 hours) on this course. Due to the
challenge of coordinating the student schedule with the schedule of the potential
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preceptor, students are expected to arrange their LCE placements to fit their own
schedule.
• Throughout the Year 1 on-line portion of the BScPA Program, Tuesdays are considered
“protected” time to allow for LCE placements.
Managing Competing Commitments
• It is recognized that students may choose to attend an LCE for more than 4 hours in one
day. Students are not permitted to miss on-line course requirements in lieu of attending
an LCE. Students are not allowed to take a Personal Day in order to attend an LCE. It
is the expectation that while at LCE, other course work is not being completed, and the
full focus is in the LCE itself. Completing any individual or group activities for other
courses is the responsibility of each student, outside of the LCE hours. If it is
determined that other course work is being completed during an LCE placement, the
submitted LCE hours may not be counted.
Number and hours of LCE Placements:
• Students are expected to attend a minimum of 2 different LCE placements with 2
different preceptors per semester. The maximum number of different LCE placements
is 6, so there is an expectation that more than 4 hours will be spent in one location.
Students must complete 32 hours of observation per semester. This is the minimum of 4
hours per week for 8 weeks. (Semester 1 has 8 weeks, Semester 2 has 13 weeks and
Semester 3 has 10 weeks allocated for students to spend in LCE placements). The
course runs throughout the first year of the program, and is equivalent to 40-hours per
semester.
Contacting Potential Preceptors
Students are not permitted to start observing as a student until they have officially started the
program.
Students are encouraged to use networking tools (e.g. previous employers, family, and friends)
to contact potential preceptors, but please use your judgment to determine if this is appropriate.
To assist in finding preceptors, students will have access to a Preceptor Database of previous
LCE sites and an on-line Discussion Board for the course with previous and current LCE
experiences included.
Preceptor Acknowledgement
Students will be provided with an LCE Student Letter of Support, which serves to confirm their
registration as a PA student in the Program. This Letter will be generated for each student once
all the registration requirements for that student have been met, (i.e. Police Check,
Immunizations, etc.) and students have officially started the program. The LCE Student Letter
of Support must be co-signed by every preceptor for each LCE placement. It is the
responsibility of the student to ensure this acknowledgement by the Preceptor is submitted on
time, as per the instructions provided once the course begins.
Guidelines to Choosing your LCE Placement
While the program recognizes the task for students to coordinate their own placements, there is
ample guidance and resources to assist in securing the most suitable placements for individual
learning needs. The program suggests the following clinical settings for students to choose
from during the year, to coincide with curriculum content and level of PA student skill
development:
• Semester 1: Primary Care Medicine (e.g. Family Medicine, Rural Emergency Medicine,
and Internal Medicine), Social Work, EMS Ride outs, Physiotherapists, Respiratory
Therapists, CCAC.
• Semester 2: Primary Care Medicine, Medical Specialties (e.g. Cardiology,
Gastroenterology, Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Plastic Surgery), Laboratory
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Medicine (e.g. Lab Technician), Diagnostic Medicine (e.g. Radiology, ECG technician, xray, ultrasound and CT technician), and Pharmacy.
Semester 3: Primary Care Medicine, Medical Specialties, Pathology, Autopsy (e.g.
Medical Examiner)
LCE checklist for each Semester:
1. Secure an LCE placement by referring to the LCE Preceptor Database, Discussion
Board and/or using personal contacts.
2. Be sure to use your LCE Student Letter of Support for proof of enrolment when
approaching a preceptor.
3. Post your plans on your individual Blog in the Blackboard Course shell, including your
objectives for the placement (minimum of 3).
4. Ensure you and your preceptor sign and date the LCE Student Letter of Support and
submit the acknowledgement as instructed, on time.
5. Complete your placement, targeting your objectives.
6. Post your "progress report" on your individual Blog, including: who you observed, what
you did, and how you achieved your objectives.
7. Complete your LCE Form (placement logistics and preceptor information). One form per
site or preceptor.
8. Start arranging your next LCE.
9. Ensure you have met all the deadlines for submissions for each semester.
*In Semester 3, students will be expected to log their clinical encounters. Additional guidance
will be provided at the start of Semester 3 to help students master this activity, which is a
continued program requirement for the duration of the Clinical Placements in Year 2.
The Purpose of the Individual Blogs
The Individual Blogs in Blackboard in the LCE course is an important component of your overall
Longitudinal Clinical Experience throughout the year. The blogs serve a number of purposes:
1. To keep the course director updated on your LCE plans
2. To reflect on your experiences (pre and post)
3. To share in the experiences of your fellow students
4. To consider additional LCE opportunities based on the blogs of other students
The Purpose of the Discussion Board
There are various forums (categories) set up within the Discussion Board, each designed to
help guide and support you through the LCE course.
The Discussion Board forums serve a number of purposes:
1. To answer any questions you may have about LCE (“LCE Discussion Board- General”)
2. To assist students in finding new LCE placements (“I have a great LCE contact to share”
and “I Need Help Finding an LCE Nearby”)
3. To provide feedback or raise course specific issues (“Anonymous LCE Course
Feedback”)
The Purpose of the LCE Form
Students are required to fill out one LCE Form for each LCE placement/Preceptor. The LCE
Form is designed to capture the logistics details of your LCE experience, and the information
collected is used for a number of purposes:
1. To track student hours spent in LCE
2. To document the LCE preceptors who are participating (contact information, etc., in
order to acknowledge their participation, and solicit feedback)
3. To collect preceptor and LCE placement data to build the LCE database for the future
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Individual Blog Requirements and Examples
The Blog posts are a means for you to provide updates on your LCE plans and help you plan
out the LCE to get the most out of the experience. The instructions on how to post the Blog are
available in the Blackboard Course under “Blogs”. Students are required to post “progress
notes”, using the following outline as template to help guide your reflections…
1. Pre-placement Post:
A. What are your plans?
B. Who will be your preceptor?
C. What specialty?
D. What are your learning objectives (min of 3)?
2. Reflection Post:
A. Where did you go? Who was your preceptor?
B. What did you observe?
C. How you reached your learning objectives and if not why?
D. Was this a good experience? Why? Or Why Not?
EXAMPLE: “Pre-placement” Post:
I have arranged an LCE with a primary care doctor Dr. X, at St. Elsewhere Clinic.
My goals for tomorrow include (Note how each goal starts with an action verb that can
be observed by others):
1. Observe & practice focused history taking and physical exam techniques.
2. Perform physical exam maneuvers independently.
3. Identify screening procedures commonly used in family medicine.
4. Differentiate the components of an initial visit vs. follow-up appointment.
5. Identify some of the organizational and logistical issues inherent in running a
family medicine clinic.
EXAMPLE: “Reflection” Post:
1. Observe & practice focused history taking and physical exam techniques: The
most commonly performed exam is cardiorespiratory. An efficient head and neck
and mental status assessment can be noted throughout the encounter with the
patient as well. BP is almost always taken especially for diabetic follow-ups.
I also observed abdominal exams and a few JVP assessments and peripheral
vascular specifically to check for edema. Some MSK testing as well for knees
and shoulders was also performed for ROM.
2. Perform physical exam maneuvers independently.
I was able to obtain an HPI and performed a respiratory exam on an elderly
woman who came in to discuss her asthma. I was also able to give 2 allergy
shots IM in the upper arm on two different patients during my time at this
clinic. It was neat to apply the skills we learned in class.
3. Identify screening procedures commonly used in family medicine: Annual breast
exam, PAP, PSA and DRE for prostate cancer/BPH are the ones I came across
during my placement.
4. Differentiate the components of an initial visit vs. follow-up appointment:
Follow-up visits are 15 minutes and the ones I observed mostly had to do with
diabetic check-ups, emergency f/u, discussion of lab results and prescription
refills. I would say the follow-up visits make up the majority of the patients
seen. There is rarely a new patient and if there is he/she is booked in for 30
minutes. Initial visits involve more of a discussion of the next steps –
acquiring old charts, filling out paperwork, etc. Usually the patients are new
to the area or transferring physicians and not necessarily coming in for a
specific medical condition, although they do tend to have a list of questions
ready and so have multiple visits in the weeks to follow.
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5. Identify some of the organizational and logistical issues inherent in running a
family medicine clinic: In this particular clinic there are multiple family
physician offices (4-5) in each corner of the building. Patients check in with
the receptionist of their physician and sit in a waiting area to be called into
a room. Usually there is one physician in at a time and a maximum 2 because
there are only 2 rooms available. The receptionist also acts as a nurse in that
she clears rooms and sets patients up for the physician. He is scheduled 15
minutes for each patient and the hours for most days are from 9am to 4 pm. A
pretty standard set up. He mostly works Monday, Wednesday and Friday and
completes paperwork, house calls and emergency visits/procedures in the
hospital on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Prerequisites
Registration in the Physician Assistant Professional Degree Program
Textbooks
None.
Learner Supplies
Stethoscope. Required.
Blood Pressure Cuff. Required.
Tuning Fork. Required.
Reflex hammer. Required.
Pocket Eye Chart. Required.
Penlight. Required.
Portable Otoscope/Opthalmoscope. Required.
External Standards
IV. Manager 1.0 Participate in activities that contribute to the effectiveness of their healthcare
organizations and systems
IV. Manager 1.1 Work collaboratively with others in their organizations
IV. Manager 1.3 Describe the structure and function of the healthcare system, including the
roles of the physician and physician assistants
IV. Manager 2.0 Effectively prioritize and execute tasks in collaboration with colleagues
IV. Manager 2.1 Set priorities and manage time to balance patient care, practice requirements,
outside activities and personal life
IV. Manager 2.2 Effectively and appropriately prioritize professional duties when faced with
multiple patients and problems
IV. Manager 2.3 Practice effective problem-solving
IV. Manager 2.5 Employ information technology appropriately for patient care
IV. Manager 3.0 Utilize finite healthcare resources appropriately.
IV. Manager 3.1 Recognize the importance of just allocation of healthcare resources, balancing
effectiveness, efficiency and access with optimal patient care
V. Health Advocate 1.0 Respond to individual patient health needs and issues as part of patient
care.
V. Health Advocate 1.1 Identify the health needs of an individual patient
V. Health Advocate 1.2 Identify opportunities for advocacy, health promotion and disease
prevention with individuals to whom they provide care
V. Health Advocate 2.0 Identify the determinants of health for the populations that they serve.
V. Health Advocate 2.1 Identify the determinants of health of the populations that they serve,
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including barriers to accessing care and resources
V. Health Advocate 2.2 Identify vulnerable or marginalized populations within those served and
respond appropriately
V. Health Advocate 2.3 Appreciate the possibility of competing interests between the
communities served and other populations
VII. Professional 1.0 Demonstrate a commitment to their patients, profession and society
through ethical practice
VII. Professional 1.1 Exhibit appropriate professional behaviour in practice including honesty,
integrity, commitment, compassion, respect and altruism
VII. Professional 1.3 Recognize and appropriately respond to ethical issues encountered in
practice, including issues of patient consent
VII. Professional 1.4 Appropriately manage conflicts of interest
VII. Professional 1.5 Recognize the principle and limits of patient confidentiality as defined by
practice standards and the law
VII. Professional 1.6 Maintain appropriate professional interaction with patients
VII. Professional 2.0 Demonstrate a commitment to their scope of practice and the unique PAphysician relationship
VII. Professional 2.1 Abide by the professional, legal and ethical codes of medical practice
VII. Professional 2.2 Comply with national, federal and provincial regulations, where applicable
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Grading Information
Course Passing Grade = 60%
Assessment Plan
Pre/Post-placement Posts
LCE Information Form
Participation – Debrief Sessions
Min 2 per semester (60%) Week # 13, 32, 45
Min 2 per semester (20%) Week # 13, 32, 45
1 per semester (20%)
Week # 15, 34, 48
About Assignments
Assignments are graded according to standard rubrics.
Academic Conduct/Offences
The concern of the Code of Behaviour on Academic Matters is with the responsibilities of all
parties to the integrity of the teaching and learning relationship. Honesty and fairness must
inform this relationship, whose basis remains one of mutual respect for the aims of education
and for those ethical principles that must characterize the pursuit and transmission of
knowledge in the University. The University of Toronto treats academic offences such as
cheating and misrepresentation very seriously through formal procedures. The policies and
procedures related to academic offences are included in The Code of Behaviour on Academic
Matters available at http://www.utoronto.ca/govcncl/pap/policies/behaveac.html.
Medical Documentation
The University of Toronto Verification of Student Illness or Injury form must be submitted in
support Medical Documentation if a request for an exemption from Faculty regulations, if illness
is being used as the reason for the request. The claim of illness, however, is not sufficient
grounds in itself to guarantee approval of the request. This certificate is available online at
http://www.illnessverification.utoronto.ca/ or at the Health Services
http://healthservices.utoronto.ca/. The certificate is titled: Verification of Student Illness or Injury.
Other medical notes will not be accepted. Note that the physician's report must establish that
the patient was examined and diagnosed at the time of illness, not after the fact. The Faculty will
not accept a statement that merely confirms a report of illness made by the student and
documented by the physician.
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Course Dates
All course activities in this syllabus are indicated by week. Course schedule is subject to
change. Please refer to course Blackboard site and calendar to verify actual dates.
Schedule
Session
Weeks 1-4
Week 5
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
Week 9
Week 10
Week 11
Week 12
Week 13
Week 14-16
Week 17-18
Week 19
Week 20
Week 21
Week 22
Week 23
Week 24
Week 25
Week 26
Week 27
Week 28
Week 29
Week 30
Content
Residential, 1.5H Introduction
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Reading Week
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Residential, 1.5H Debrief
Vacation
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Reading Week
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Week 31
Week 32
Week 33-35
Week 36
Week 37
Week 38
Week 39
Week 40
Week 41
Week 42
Week 43
Week 44
Week 45
Week 46
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Residential , 1.5H Debrief
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Longitudinal Clinical Experience
Reading Week
Week 47-50
Residential, 1H Debrief
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Assessments
Participation
Assignment Due: Mon. Nov 24, 2014 @ 5 PM
Participation
Assignment Due: Friday April 10, 2015 @ 5 PM
Assignment Due: Friday July 17, 2015 @ 5 PM
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INVIGILATION GUIDELINES AND PROCTOR FORM
for an
External Written Assessment
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INVIGILATION GUIDELINES AND PROCTOR FORM for an
External Written Assessment
Invigilation Guidelines:
1. BScPA students who live within 100 km of the BScPA Program Office at The
University of Toronto or within 100 km of NOSM’s West or East campuses are
expected to write proctored assessments at the program facility. For students
who live outside these areas, the options are to travel to the program facility or
to complete compulsory proctored assessments at a pre-arranged, approved,
external location.
2. Proctors must be professional representatives from a university, college or high
school or regulated health care or other professional, holding a current license from
their respective regulatory college. A proctor must not be a direct supervisor,
colleague, relative, friend or another student.
3. If, for any reason, a proctor cannot be arranged, arrangements will be made to
write the assessment at one of the PA program’s campus offices. Students are
responsible for their own travel arrangements and expenses.
4. Should a change of assessment date be necessary, the student is responsible for
submitting a “Petition for Consideration” form as outlined on the PA program’s
website.
5. Proctors are to complete and sign the attached Proctor form and fax back to the
BScPA Program office using the provided FAX cover sheet. Alternatively,
completed forms can be scanned and e-mailed to the BScPA Program office.
Invigilation Roles and Responsibilities:
6. Proctors are expected to be familiar with the terms and conditions for the
particular assessment that they are invigilating, including the instructions that
are given to the students. Students with special needs will be accommodated as
required and proctors will be advised accordingly.
7. Proctors agree to arrange for a suitable space and computer with appropriate
hard/software as outlined in the Proctor Form. Proctors agree to contact the
technical support team as outlined in the Instructions, and thus may need ready
access to email and/or phone during the invigilation.
8. Proctors are expected to be present AT ALL TIMES during the assessment.
Unless otherwise instructed in advance, the use of any digital, printed or handwritten course materials including notes, manuals or textbooks, and the use of
mobile phone, calculator, camera or any other electronic devices prohibited
during the assessment. Students may access ONLY their assessment via
computer. No other on-line aid may be accessed.
9. Proctors are expected to ensure that students are not obtaining help from any
person to complete the assessment and are not recording or copying down
examination questions.
10. Proctors are responsible to ensure they are aware of whom to contact in the
event of any issues within the assessment (See Instructions for Students for
Online Tests)
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR STUDENTS for ONLINE TESTS
Date of Assessment: Monday, February 25th 2013 10:00AM-11:00AM
ACCESSING THE ASSESSMENT:
Before opening a fresh web browser, all applications and web browsers should be first
closed down completely. Once a new web browser is opened, students are expected to log
in directly to the University of Toronto’s portal, Blackboard (the Learning Management
System) in order to access the assessment. Proctors will ensure that the browser is
exclusively opened to the relevant assessment in the Physician Assistant course, hosted by
the University of Toronto’s Blackboard and that no other websites or applications are
accessed. Students are encouraged to use a browser other than Internet Explorer.
Timing: Students will have 1 hours to complete their test from the time of start (10:00AM).
Question Type: 30 multiple choice questions
Saving Your Answers: Students ARE required to record their answers directly on
blackboard (University of Toronto Learning Portal).
Technical Issues: If you experience ANY technical difficulties during this test, please follow
these steps IN ORDER:
1. Inform your proctor IMMEDIATELY to address the situation on your behalf.
2. The proctor may choose to seek additional help by contacting the Course
Director (or representative) – For THIS TEST please contact XXXXXXXXX
3. If issues persist, the final route to access help is by contacting Discovery
Commons (IT Support):
Carolanne Graham (416) 946-3290 or carolanne.graham@utoronto.ca
Evan Moir (416) 978-4773 or evan.moir@utoronto.ca
If you are unable to reach Discovery Commons, please contact the Program
Office at 416-946-7173
Academic Issues:
THERE WILL NOT BE A MAKE-UP TEST IF YOU MISS A TEST.
This Test is PROCTORED. Study aids are not permitted to interpret test questions.
If you think that a question is ambiguous, answer it as you understand it. Upon completion
of the test, 30 minutes of finishing your test, you are expected to email the Course Director
with your concerns. Do NOT ask the proctor for interpretation or clarification during the
test.
WARNING: This test is a secure document and students are expected NOT to discuss
the content with other students. If there is any evidence found of plagiarism, sharing
questions or sharing test-related material, the students may be expelled from the
course and serious actions will be taken for this serious academic offence.
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Academic Offences: “The concern of the Code of Behaviour on Academic Matters is with
the responsibilities of all parties to the integrity of the teaching and learning relationship.
Honesty and fairness must inform this relationship, whose basis remains one of mutual
respect for the aims of education and for those ethical principles which must characterize
the pursuit and transmission of knowledge in the University”.
The University of Toronto treats academic offences such as cheating and misrepresentation
very seriously through formal procedures. The policies and procedures related to
academic offenses are included in The Code of Behaviour on Academic Matters available at
http://www.governingcouncil.utoronto.ca/Assets/Governing+Council+Digital+Assets/Poli
cies/PDF/ppjun011995.pdf
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PROCTOR FORM
COURSE:
COURSE INSTRUCTOR
and CONTACT INFO:
PA STUDENT:
START TIME:
DATE OF ASSESSMENT:
COMPUTER
REQUIREMENTS:
END TIME:
Computer required? Yes
√
If Yes, the items that are required are identified below:
 Internet Connection (High Speed)
 Internet Browser with Java enabled (Internet Explorer 7.0 or higher, Chrome,
Firefox 3.0 or higher, Safari 3 or higher)
***ensure Blackboard is accessible within the environment and not blocked***
 Pentium III processor (or Higher) with 512 Mb RAM (or more)
 Microsoft Windows 98se/2000/XP/Vista/7, Mac OS 10.3 (or higher)
RealOne Player
Adobe Acrobat Reader
 OTHER REQUIREMENTS: SEE ATTACHED INSTRUCTIONS for Online Tests
PROCTOR’S NAME:
(please print)
PROCTOR’S EMAIL
PROCTOR’S CONTACT:
Relationship to student
(if any):
Phone:
Fax:
POSITION / TITLE and
AFFILIATION
TEST LOCATION
(full address and room
number)
I WILL PROCTOR THIS ASSESSMENT AS PER THE GUIDELINES OUTLINED BY THE PA PROGRAM AND
AGREE TO MAINTAIN CONFIDENTIALITY OF THE ASSESSMENT. I UNDERSTAND THAT IF I DO NOT UPHOLD
THESE POLICIES, THE ASSESSMENT WILL BE INVALID AND THE STUDENT WILL BE REQUIRED TO RE-SIT
THE ASSESSMENT.
Date
Signature of Proctor
Date
Signature of Student
Return completed form to the BScPA Program Office by Fax or scan and e-mail
(Fax cover sheet on next page includes BScPA Program e-mail address)
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FAX
To: Physician Assistant Professional Degree Program
E-mail: physician.assistant@utoronto.ca
Fax Number: 1-416-946-3511
Subject: Proctor form for External Written Assessment
Date:
From:
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