Supplemental Information
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Supplemental Application for Physician Assistant Professional Degree Program
Online Application
You are required to submit a Supplemental application online as part of the application process. To begin the supplemental application, you must have completed your OUAC application (see Admission Process) and have your OUAC application number (2012XXXXXX). You do not have to complete the online supplemental application in one sitting. You may begin the process, and resume later, by choosing the 'resume' later option at the bottom of any page and following the directions provided.
You can find a .pdf copy of the supplemental application here, PDF copy of the Supplemental Application, for your review, should you wish, to help you prepare for completion of the on-line supplemental.
DEADLINE for submission of online Supplemental Application: April 30, 2012.
Letter of Reference
Each applicant to the BScPA Physician Assistant Professional Degree Program is required to arrange for the submission of one (1) Letter of Reference. Only one (1) letter will be considered.
The referee should have extensive professional knowledge of the applicant in a healthcare professional setting.
If you worked in a supervised capacity, the referee has direct supervisory experience with you (e.g. a clinical supervisor). If you worked independently, without any supervision, please ensure your referee is a Professional colleague or someone in a capacity to comment on your professional/clinical skills (e.g. a physician who referred patients to your services).
The referee should be in a position to make reasonable statements concerning the applicant's character, personal qualities and academic capabilities. Referees may not be members of the applicant's family, nor have received healthcare from the applicant.
Instructions for the Referee:
1. Provide a narrative statement to include the following:
a. Length of time referee has known applicant
b. Context of relationship of referee to applicant
c. Highlights of applicants suitability for an academic PA program; including comments on the following factors, as appropriate:
I. Ability to work in a team
II. Ability to take direction
III. Ability to respond to feedback
IV. Ability to make decisions
V. Reliability
VI. Conscientiousness
VII. Professional Attitude
VIII. Honesty and Integrity
d. Contact information for referee
FAX or MAIL the Narrative Statement to the PA program office: 416-946-3511 or address: BScPA program, 500 University Avenue, Suite 602, Toronto, Ontario, M5G 1V7, Canada.
Only Faxes or Letters DIRECTLY FROM THE REFEREE will be accepted.
DEADLINE for receipt of Letter of Reference: April 30, 2012.
Click here for a Letter of Instructions for the Referee
Click here for the FAX cover sheet
Letter of Employment*
Each applicant to the BScPA Physician Assistant Professional Degree Program is required to arrange for the submission of one (1) Letter of Employment from the most recent position held as a healthcare provider (*see note below). Only one (1) letter will be considered.
This Letter must be provided by the HR Department or any similar department.
The Letter of Employment should include the following:
- Verification of employment, which includes job title/description
- Dates/Duration of Employment
FAX or MAIL the Letter of Employment to the PA program office at FAX number: 416-946-3511 or address: BScPA program, 500 University Avenue, Suite 602, Toronto, Ontario M5G 1V7, Canada.
Only Faxes or Letters DIRECTLY FROM THE EMPLOYER will be accepted.
DEADLINE for receipt of Letter of Employment: April 30, 2012.
Proof of Professional Licensure/Certification (if applicable)
If applicable, FAX or MAIL the proof of professional licensure/certification to the PA program office at FAX number: 416-946-3511 or address: BScPA program, 500 University Avenue, Suite 602, Toronto, Ontario M5G 1V7, Canada.
DEADLINE for Proof of Professional Licensure/Certification: April 30, 2012.
*Note: A letter of employment is not required if the applicant is self-employed or is an independent healthcare provider. There is an option in the Supplemental application, which must be selected to indicate this.
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