Introduction and Program Description:
HS-MACA in collaboration with the School of Medicine administers the Creighton University School of Medicine Post baccalaureate Certificate Program, while same Creighton College of Arts and Sciences professors teach the classes. The Program is designed to assist disadvantaged students by providing them with a comprehensive review of coursework, clinical experiences, and support for preparation and admission to medical school. The Premedical Post-baccalaureate Program consists of the following components:
1.Diagnostic Summer Session
(8 weeks) (begins first Monday of June) Call department (402 2803925) for starting dates
- Academic skills assessment
- Curricular review sessions in Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English
- Training in study skills, test taking, time management, library resources, and personal wellness
- Computer skills training
Note: There is a short break between the Summer Session and the Academic Year Program.
2. Academic Year Program
(2 semesters)
Fall Session: mid-August thru mid-December.
Spring Session: mid-January thru first week of May.
- Intensive coursework in Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English (Writing, and Analytical Reading).
- Kaplan MCAT preparation course
3. Prematriculation Summer Program
(8 weeks)
Program begins second Monday in June (call department for starting dates).
- Preview of medical school curriculum including Anatomy, Molecular and Cell Biology (Genetics & Biochemistry), Host Defense, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Neurosciences, and Academic Excellence.
4. Clinical opportunities
- Training in academic and personal clinical skills
- Field trips to clinics in the underserved areas of Omaha
- Physician shadowing
5. Mentoring and Support Services
- Computer facilities within the School of Medicine and its libraries
- Center of Excellence(COE) Resource Center
- Office of Health Sciences, Multicultural and Community Affairs (HS-MACA)
- Social and support group opportunities