Goals and Outcomes
1. To develop exceptional clinicians.
1: Criterion 1
PAEA End of Curriculum Exam Performance: Performance Levels
Benchmark: At or above the national mean
- 2020–2022 Cohorts: On average, 64% of graduates achieved an "Advanced Medical Knowledge" rating, significantly exceeding the national average of 25.1%.
- *2023 Cohort: 21% of graduates achieved "Advanced Medical Knowledge," closely aligning with the new national average of 23.6%.
- *2024 Cohort: 30% of graduates attained "Advanced Medical Knowledge," surpassing the national average of 23.6%.
*Starting in 2023, the national standard for "Advanced Medical Knowledge" was raised.
1: Criterion 2
Cumulative Program Course Evaluations: average or higher
Benchmark: 90% or higher
- 98.0% of graduates believe that program course objectives are clearly stated and met for the graduating cohorts 2021-2024
- 98.9% of graduates believe that program faculty demonstrate knowledge of content for the graduating cohorts 2021-2024
1: Criterion 3
Clinical Preceptor Evaluation student rating of average or higher (2021-2023):
Clinical Preceptor Evaluation student rating of meets expectations or higher (2024):
Benchmark: 90% or higher
| Clinical Preceptor Evaluation | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collection/recording of patient history | 99.8% | 99.7% | 99.7% | 99.1% |
| Physical exam and interpretation of findings | 99.7% | 99.7% | 99.8% | 98.6% |
| Oral case presentation | 99% | 99.6% | 99.6% | 97.8% |
| Documentation of clinical encounter | 99.7% | 99.7% | 99.4% | 98.7% |
| Appropriate selection & interpretation of diagnostic tests | 99.7% | 99.6% | 99.4% | 98.5% |
| Ability to perform clinical procedures | 99.5% | 99.5% | 99.9% | 97.8% |
| Problem-Solving and critical thinking | 99.8% | 99.5% | 99.2% | 98.1% |
| Overall medical knowledge base | 99.5% | 99.6% | 99.2% | 98.5% |
| Establishment of tentative diagnosis & differential | 99.7% | 99.5% | 99.0% | 97.8% |
| Ability to develop safe & effective treatment plan | 99.7% | 99.6% | 99.6% | 97.9% |
| Ability to implement treatment plan | 99.5% | 99.8% | 99.8% | 97.9% |
| Provides appropriate patient education | 98.2% | 99.6% | 100% | 98.6% |
| Overall Level of Technical Skills | 100% | 99.6% | 98% | 99.9% |
2. To prepare professional graduates.
2: Criterion 1
Program Professionalism Evaluation
Benchmark: 100% of graduates
- 100% of graduates achieved the rating of Skill Demonstrated (highest rating) on the program Professionalism Evaluation for the graduating cohorts 2021 - 2024.
2: Criterion 2
Clinical Preceptor Evaluation student rating of average or higher (2021-2023):
Clinical Preceptor Evaluation student rating of meets expectations or higher (2024):
Benchmark: 90% or higher
| Clinical Preceptor Evaluation | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Professionalism | 99.8% | 99.6% | 99.8% | 98.9% |
| Accepts responsibility for education & self-learning | 99.5% | 99.6% | 99.4% | 98.1% |
| Demonstrates appropriate response to criticism and feedback | 99.6% | 99.6% | 99.8% | 99.1% |
| Demonstrates ethical behavior, truthfulness, integrity | 100% | 99.3% | 99.9% | 99.7% |
| Seeks additional learning opportunities | 99.5% | 99.6% | 99.1% | 96.2% |
| Recognizes own limitations; Seeks help when needed | 99.8% | 99.3% | 99.5% | 98.6% |
| Completes tasks in timely manner / Makes good use of time | 99.5% | 99.6% | 99.6% | 98.5% |
| Is appropriately self-confident | 99.3% | 99.6% | 99.2% | 97.5% |
| Is respectful to others in all situations | 100% | 99.9% | 100% | 99.3% |
| Attitude is positive, approachable & appropriately assertive | 99.8% | 99.7% | 99.7% | 98.9% |
3. To achieve student satisfaction in their educational experience.
3: Criterion 1
Student Graduation Exit Survey
Benchmark: 90% or higher
- 96.8% of graduates rate their satisfaction with their PA education as good or higher (3.2% rated fair, 0% rated poor) for the graduating cohorts 2021-2023.
3: Criterion 2
Cumulative Program Course Evaluations: average or higher
Benchmark: 90% or higher
- 97.4% of graduates believe that program faculty provide effective classroom presentations for the graduating cohorts 2021-2024.
- 97.4% of graduates believe that program faculty present their subjects in an understandable way for the graduating cohorts 2021-2024
4. To prepare graduates to achieve 100% pass rate on the PANCE.
4: Criterion 1
PAEA End of Curriculum Exam Performance: Overall Score
Benchmark: At or above the national mean
Overall Scores
2021 = 1543
2022 = 1546
2023 = 1527
2024 = 1537
2024 National Average = 1516
4: Criterion 2
UNMC PANCE Exam Review Workshop
Benchmark: 100% of graduates
- 100% of graduates participated in the UNMC PANCE Exam Review Workshop for the graduating cohorts 2021-2024.
4: Criterion 3
NCCPA PANCE Results
Benchmark: 100% of graduates pass the PANCE exam
PANCE scores
5. Foster a culture of caring for the underserved.
5: Criterion 1
Clinical Experiences
Benchmark: 100% of graduates
- 100% of graduates participated in supervised medical care to underserved populations at free clinics located in Omaha and Kearney, Nebraska for the graduating cohorts 2021-2024.
- 100% of graduates participated in a rural or underserved clerkship located in Nebraska for the graduating cohorts 2021-2024.
5: Criterion 2
Clinical Preceptor Evaluation student rating of meets expectations or higher (2024):
Benchmark: 90% or higher
| Clinical Preceptor Evaluation | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practices culturally-informed care as appropriate | 100% | 99.8% | 100% | 99.5% |
| Sensitive & responsive to culture, gender, age, disabilities & ethnicity of others | 100% | 99.3% | 100% | 99.7% |
6. A fair and equitable admission process.
6: Criterion 1
Admission Process
Benchmark: Utilize evidence-based best practices for fair admission processes across a
diverse population in health care careers
- 60% of pre-interview score based on non-academic variables for the graduating cohort 2021-2024.
7. To promote opportunities of leadership.
7: Criterion 1
Leadership Opportunities
Benchmark: 20% or higher participate in leadership roles
- 28.8% (19 students per cohort) participated in an elected leadership role within the program, college, or university for each of the graduating cohorts 2021-2024.
7: Criterion 2
Conference Experience with Nebraska PA’s
Benchmark: 100% of graduates
Nebraska Academy of Physician Assistants (NAPA) Annual Spring Conference in Kearney, NE
- 100% of students attended in-person or virtually for the graduating cohort 2021 due to COVID-19 pandemic restrictions
- 100% of students attended in-person for the graduating cohort 2022-2024
8. To develop clinicians who practice effectively in a team-based environment. Criterion 1
Clinical Preceptor Evaluation student rating of meets expectations or higher (2024):
Benchmark: 90% or higher
| Clinical Preceptor Evaluation | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Effective & efficient communication with team & staff | 100% | 99.8% | 99.9% | 99% |
| Effective & efficient communication with patient & family | 100% | 99.6% | 100% | 99.3% |
| Team oriented, works well with other professionals | 99.8% | 99.6% | 99.7% | 99.4% |
9. To develop clinicians who demonstrate the ongoing application of evidence-based medicine practices.
9: Criterion 1
PAEA End of Curriculum Exam Performance: Locate, critically evaluate, integrate, & appropriately apply scientific evidence to patient care.
Benchmark: At or above the national mean
Locate, critically evaluate, integrate, & appropriately apply scientific evidence to patient care.
2021 = 1545
2022 = 1533
2023 = 1530
2024 = 1533
2024 National Average = 1525
9: Criterion 2
Clinical phase evidence-based medicine assignments.
Benchmark: Score 90% or higher
Clinical Phase Evidence-based Medicine Assignment Scores (Written, Journal Club, Capstone)
2021 = 95.6%
2022 = 100%
2023 = 100%
2024 = 100%