College of Idaho-Doctor of Medical Science Program

The College of Idaho’s Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) program is a post-professional doctorate, specifically crafted for PAs.  It is designed for PAs who are currently, or have previously been, certified or licensed to practice as a PA and delivered with flexibility in mind through an online, asynchronous learning model, allowing PAs to continue to practice or teach full-time while obtaining their doctorate.  

The DMSc program offers a rigorous and innovative curriculum leveraging implementation science to lead change using evidence-based practices across disciplines.  It offers two pathways: a traditional pathway and an accelerated pathway.
The traditional pathway is a 36-credit hour program that is completed in 18 months and offers PAs the option to choose a concentration in either Health System Leadership or Health Professions Education.
The accelerated pathway grants eligible students 12-18 credits of advanced standing, allowing the doctorate degree to be completed in 9-12 months.