Rationale: 
As one of the core values of the program, instilling an atmosphere of diversity and inclusion is essential to prepare the PAs of the future. 

Outcomes measured: 
The program will support a culture of diversity and inclusion by providing education and training in diversity and inclusion to 100% of students, ensuring that: 
a. 100% of students complete LGBTQ Health Education Training Modules 
b. 100% of students complete an 18-hour series of education on diversity and inclusion

Actual outcomes: 
a. 100% of students in the Class of 2026 and the Class of 2027 have completed 4 hours of LGBTQ Health Equity Education Training Modules
b. 100% of students from the Class of 2026 and Class of 2027 attended an 18-hour series, in the PA Practice II course, which was developed by the Director, Diversity and Inclusion; this series includes topics which examine the multiple ways in which aspects of human diversity – ethnicity, race, class, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and gender - shape socialization processes, identity development, and interpersonal relations. 

Rationale: 
Physician assistants need to be comfortable and adept at managing patients from diverse backgrounds, with awareness and skill in providing culturally humble care. 

Outcomes measured: 
a. 100% of PA students will receive training in cultural humility. 
b. 100% of PA students will report that they are prepared to provide care to diverse communities upon graduation. 

Actual outcomes: 
a. 100% of students in the Class of 2026 and Class of 2027 received 2 hours of instruction in culturally humble communication with patients.
b. Graduation Exit Survey: For the following statement please select the answer that most closely describes your experience at the LKSOM PA Program: A deeper awareness of and sensitivity to interpersonal difference in age, ethnicity, cultural beliefs, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, and spirituality and how they impact my practice of medicine. 

• Class of 2024- 86.67% of graduates in this class who responded to the survey question agreed or strongly agreed with this statement.
• Class of 2025- 100% of graduates in this class who responded to the survey question agreed or strongly agreed with this statement.

Rationale:
It is essential for the PA program to equip future PAs with the knowledge and clinical skills needed to meet patient needs and improve health outcomes.

Outcomes measured: 
a. 5-year first time PANCE pass rate that meets or exceeds the national average. 
b. Graduate Exit Survey – 100% of students agree that they are prepared (a great deal or a lot) to practice clinically.
c. 100% of students will achieve passing scores in the Comprehensive Review Course at the end of the curriculum.

Actual outcomes: 
a. First time PANCE taker pass rates vs national averages

• Class of 2021: Katz 90% first time pass rate; national average 93%
• Class of 2022: Katz 89% first time pass rate; national average 92%
• Class of 2023: Katz 90% first time pass rate; national average 92%
• Class of 2024: Katz 76% first time pass rate; national average 92%
• Class of 2025: Katz 91% first time pass rate; national average 91%

b. Graduation Exit Survey – For the following statement please select the answer that most closely describes your experience at the LKSOM PA Program. How well did the program prepare you for clinical practice? 

• Class of 2024- 100% of the graduates in this class who responded to the survey question responded good, very good, or excellent.
• Class of 2025 – 100% of the graduates in this class who responded to the survey question responded good, very good, or excellent.

c. 100% of students in the Class of 2025 and Class of 2026 scored a passing grade in the Comprehensive Review Course.

Rationale: 
Professionalism is among the highest core values of the PA profession and our program. The program expects all students to demonstrate the highest degree of professionalism. 

Outcomes measured: 
a. 100% of PA students will earn 3.5/5 on their Professionalism Evaluation Form at the time of their final exit review prior to graduation.
b. 100% of PA students will strongly agree or agree that they have a high personal standard of professionalism in behavior, attire, and practice upon graduation.

Actual outcomes: 
a. 100% of students in the Classes of 2024, 2025, and 2026 earned a 3.5/5 or higher on their Professionalism Evaluation Form at the time of their final exit review.
b. Graduation Exit Survey - For the following statement please select the answer that most closely describes your experience at the LKSOM PA Program. A high personal standard of professionalism in behavior, attire, and practice. 

• Class of 2024- 93.33% of graduates in this class who responded to the survey question agreed or strongly agreed with this statement.
• Class of 2025- 100% of graduates in this class who responded to the survey question agreed or strongly agreed with this statement.

Rationale: 
The delivery of quality patient care in the modern world requires a high degree of collaboration. 

Outcomes measured: 
a. 100% of students will participate in IPE training throughout both years of the curriculum with teams made up of individuals from different health care professions.
b. 100% of students will agree or strongly agree on the graduation exit survey that they are committed to collaborative practice after graduation. 

Actual outcomes: 
a. 100% of students participate in at least 4 hours of programmed IPE training with other professional students.
b. Graduation Exit Survey – For the following statement please select the answer that most closely describes your experience at the Katz PA Program. A strong commitment to collaborative practice. 

• Class of 2024- 100% of graduates in this class who responded to the survey question agreed or strongly agreed with this statement.
• Class of 2025 – 100% of graduates in this class who responded to the survey question agreed or strongly agreed with this statement.

Rationale: 
The program expects all students and graduates to develop and exhibit lifelong learning skills, which are the foundation to providing evidence-based medical care. 

Outcomes measured: 
a. 100% of students will achieve passing scores on the Capstone project in the Scholarly Clinical Research II course. 
b. 100% of students will achieve passing scores in the Introduction to Scientific Inquiry Course. 

Actual outcomes: 
a. 100% of students in the Classes of 2024, 2025, and 2026 scored a passing grade on the Capstone project in the Scholarly Clinical Research II course.
b.100% of students in the Classes of 2025, 2026, and 2027 scored a passing grade in the Introduction to Scientific Inquiry course.