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Medical Career Preparation

Overview

Official Name of Program

Medical Career Preparation

Plan Code

MCP-CERT

Department(s) Sponsoring Program

Career

Undergraduate

Degree Designation

CERTGE30 - Certificate

HEGIS Code

4902.00

NYSED Program Code

40689 - MCP-CERT

CIP Code

30.0101

The program for the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Medical Career Preparation is designed for individuals seeking to switch career paths and enter fields in the health professions, including allopathic or osteopathic medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, podiatric medicine, pharmacy, optometry, physician assistant, physical therapy, or occupational therapy. The program couples academics with individualized pre-health advising and tutoring services. It also offers assistance in obtaining essential research, clinical volunteering, and community service experience. After successful completion of the program, students are prepared to take the appropriate standardized tests and apply to competitive health professions schools.

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