Dent/Pharm
What is the most common major for pre-PharmD students?
Chemistry
What is the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist?
Psychiatrist is a medical doc and can prescribe meds, psychologists practice different techniques and cannot prescribe.
What is a common major for pre-CSD students?
Audiology or SLP
What does a physician assistant's scope of practice depend on?
The supervising physician who usually creates an agreement with the physician assistant on what they are able to do and cannot do without them present.
What are two general types of clinical experiences?
Hands on patient care versus shadowing
Name one of the two instate Dentistry schools
ECU or UNC-CH
What is the main difference between an MD and a DO?
MD is more research based and traditional while DO is more holistic and combines many different techniques.
What exam must students take for public health masters programs?
GRE
What are the prerequisites for a Master's in Social Work?
Each school has different requirements but most schools look for applicants to have a broad liberal arts background.
Name 3 services we provide in the office
Peer advising, 4-year planning, Workshops, Presentations/ class visits, Events & Expo’s
What is the name of the Dentistry Common Application System (CAS)?
AADSAS
You need at least what type of degree to enter the field of Clinical Psychology?
Masters
Name one setting a master in public health can work?
biostatistics, epidemiology, environmental health, community health, or global health
How should someone record their clinical/observation hours acquired before PA school?
Create a spreadsheet and keep record of all observation and clinical hours by including a list of the location at which the hours were obtained, how many hours you worked or shadowed, the name of the person you were working under, and their contact information.
What is the most common exam for professional programs?
GRE
Do I have to take Bio 1802 for dent school?
Yes
Name a community agency to get involved in pertaining to psychology?
Oasis, Wellness and prevention, ASU counseling center, ASU Psychology Clinic, Parent to Parent Family Support Network, Hospitality House, WeCan, Hunger and Health Coalition, Western Youth Network ,Watauga Hospital, Upward Bound
Whats the general difference in treatment between SLP and an OT for a particular patient?
OT gets food to the mouth, SLP helps you to swallow
What is the difference between a clinical social worker and a non-clinical social worker?
A clinical social worker addresses individual family problems such as serious illness, substance abuse, and domestic conflict.
A non-clinical social worker may return to school for their master’s to provide a more comprehensive experience to those they are working for. They may work in incorporate therapy, public or private organizations, case management, administration, and more.
Name 2 ways to get hands on clinical experience for medicine (ethically)
CNA, EMT, Phlebotomy, MA
Do I need bio 1802 for Pharm school?
No
Name 3 important upper level Biologies to recommend to a pre-med.
Genetics (human or regular), Cell Biology, Human Systems Physiology, Microbiology, Molecular
What does SLP stand for?
Speech/Language Pathologist
What can a physician assistant do?
Take medical histories, conduct physical exams, diagnose and treat illnesses, order and interpret tests, develop treatment plans, prescribe medication, counsel on preventive care, perform procedures, assist in surgery, make rounds in hospitals and nursing homes, and do clinical research
What is the Admissions test for optometry school called?
The OAT!!