truth-sets-in Posted August 3, 2014 Share Posted August 3, 2014 Only a sophomore, will be applying to accelerated programs this upcoming april. Major: Public health (no minor required because it is a credit intensive major) cGPA: 3.95 (got 1 B+ in english) sGPA: 4.0 (took orgo at community college) HCE: -dental assistant/surgical assistant: 800 hours, paid -currently a Physical/Occupational therapist aide: 450 hours by the time I apply (paid) -Taking a CNA course currently, 40 hours of clinical experience (volunteer) - Senior Squad member- work along side EMT's and paramedics/respond to emergency calls- 350 hours by the time i apply (volunteer) TOTAL HCE HOURS: 1640 hours SHADOWING EXPERIENCE: - shadowed 5 different PA's (including an experience at Riker's Island and the Hospital for Special Surgery), in the specialities of cardio surgery, orthopedics, psych, bariatrics, and general surgery. - totals at 40 hours - accepted into a shadowing program during winter 2014- unknown amount of hours. School involvement: -AIMS: achievements in math and science- a program for freshman students with a strong interest in math and science- access to mentors/tutors/guest speakers/field trips/reserved seats in science and math courses - NSCS- honor society for top 10% of freshman and sophomore students - Sigma Delta Tau- social sorority - pledge class scholarship chair- ensure the pledge class maintains academics during the pledging process - Rutgers Blog writer- able to give advice and share my experiences using the Rutgers Blog as a medium - Allied Heath Professions Club - Eta Gamma Sigma- honor society for public health students LETTERS OF REC: at least 3 - Owner of dental practice where i worked - Physical Therapist where i currently work - A PA who has mentored me/set up shadowing experiences for me - My orgo professor - Possibly my frozen yogurt boss/owner (ive worked there for 4 years) Work NON HCE - frozen yogurt- past 4 years, train new people, open/close store, etc - RU disability services- scribe for disabled- take and upload notes from a variety of classes Volunteer non HCE - dance marathon for embrace the children- 35 hours - Prevent Child Abuse 5k race- 5 hours HOW CAN I STRENGTHEN MY CHANCES OF GETTING IN?!?!?!??!?! PLEASE OFFER ADVICE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator EMEDPA Posted August 3, 2014 Moderator Share Posted August 3, 2014 looks good overall. I don't know what the direct entry programs are looking for but you seem to have all the bases covered. good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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