First semester – Summer: 1 credit
PATH 789 - Special Topics (1 credit)

Second semester – Fall: 9 credits
MANA 601 - Structure and Function (9 credits)
Begin PATH 603 didactic

Third semester – Spring: 9 credits
PATH 751 - Clinical Pathology and Microbiology (3 credits)
GPLS 645 - Cell and Systems Physiology (3 credits)
MEDT 680 - Laboratory Management (3 credits)
Begin PATH 602 didactic

Fourth semester – Summer: 1 credit
PATH 789 – Special Topics (1 credit)
Clinical Rotations

Fifth semester – Fall: 9 credits
PATH 603 - General Pathology (3 credits)
PATH 608 - Autopsy Pathology (3 credits)
PATH 609 - Surgical Pathology (3 credits)
Clinical Rotations

Sixth semester – Spring: 9 credits
PATH 602 - Systemic Pathology (3 credits)
PATH 608 - Autopsy Pathology (3 credits)
PATH 609 - Surgical Pathology (3 credits)
Clinical Rotations

Total = 38 credits

Registration: The Department of Pathology Graduate Coordinator will assist the students in registering for the above courses if needed. However, it is the student's responsibility to know when and where to register for graduation. Please obtain a schedule from the Graduate School and follow it. Any questions regarding registration and/or graduation should be taken to the Program Director.

NOTE:PA students are not required to pass a certifying or other type of examination administered or required by any outside agency to obtain their M.S. degree.