{"id":124,"date":"2023-08-01T12:00:19","date_gmt":"2023-08-01T19:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/physician-assistant-program\/?page_id=124"},"modified":"2026-04-01T13:38:09","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T20:38:09","slug":"usc-pa-pathways","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/physician-assistant-program\/student-life\/usc-pa-pathways\/","title":{"rendered":"USC PA Pathways Program"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n\n    \n\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--hero-primary horizontal-navigation\"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--hero-primary\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n  \n  <div class=\"inner-wrapper has-horizontal-nav\">\n\n          <div class=\"title-wrapper\">\n\n                  <div class=\"eyebrow-container\">\n                              \n<div class=\"f--field f--eyebrow\">\n\n    \n  <a href=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/physician-assistant-program\/\"  aria-label=\"Read more 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f--cta-title\">\n\n    \n  <h3>\n          USC PA Pathways Mission\n      <\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n              \n                                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--description description-medium\">\n\n    \n  <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The USC PA Pathways Program brings together individuals interested and committed to addressing health equity and access for marginalized, educationally, and economically disadvantaged populations. The USC PA Pathways Program provides resources, mentorship, and exposure to various healthcare careers. The program fosters a sense of belonging and inclusion, equipping participants with the tools to thrive in their education and their future healthcare professions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n                          <\/div>\n          \n                      <div class=\"image-container\">\n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--image\">\n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n              \n      <img\n                            data-src=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/physician-assistant-program\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/08\/pa-program-pathways-video-overview-title-card-768x432.jpg\"\n          data-srcset=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/physician-assistant-program\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/08\/pa-program-pathways-video-overview-title-card-768x432.jpg 768w\"          data-sizes=\"(min-width:1200px) 75vw, (min-width:768px) 83vw, 100vw\"          class=\"lazyload\"\n        \n        alt=\"PA Pathways title card\"\n        \n                                      \/>\n\n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n<\/div>\n\n                              <a onclick=\"event.preventDefault()\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Kp7dVQMrbpw\" data-lity aria-label=\"USC PA Pathways Mission, Play video in lightbox\" class=\"play-video\">\n                  <svg version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\"\n\t viewBox=\"0 0 50 50\" enable-background=\"new 0 0 50 50\" xml:space=\"preserve\">\n<rect fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" fill=\"#990000\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\"\/>\n<polygon fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" fill=\"#FFFFFF\" points=\"32,25 22,32 22,18 \"\/>\n<\/svg>\n                <\/a>\n                          <\/div>\n          \n        <\/div>\n\n      \n    \n    <\/div>\n\n  \n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text white\"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n  <div class=\"inner-wrapper\">\n        \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <figure id=\"attachment_586\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-586\" style=\"width: 232px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/physician-assistant-program\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2026\/03\/USC-PA-Pathways-2026-2027-Flyer-Email-Version-1.pdf\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-586 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/physician-assistant-program\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-23-at-2.03.59-PM-232x300.png\" alt=\"image for USC PA Pathways annual flyer for 2026-2027\" width=\"232\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/physician-assistant-program\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-23-at-2.03.59-PM-232x300.png 232w, https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/physician-assistant-program\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-23-at-2.03.59-PM.png 630w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 232px) 100vw, 232px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-586\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Click to access flyer<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our program was established in 2014 under the guidance of Maria G. Maldonado, MPH, MPAP, PA-C, EdD(c), Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Medicine, USC PA Pathways Recruitment Director, Assistant Dean for Community Partnerships and Workforce Development, Director for the Center for Gems and National Health Service Corps Mentor. Under her leadership, students from the Primary Care Physician Assistant Program at the Keck School of Medicine of USC volunteer their time to lead the USC PA Pathways Program. USC PA Pathways comprises ten branches that focus on educational sessions for students and parents. These sessions include expert panels and workshops that highlight the variety of careers in the medical field.<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\" border=\"1\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 50%; text-align: left; vertical-align: top;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Registration open to current participants: March 28, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Registration opens: April 1, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Registration closes: May 29, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recommendations sent: May 29, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recommendations due: June 5, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acceptance emails sent: 3rd week of June 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starts: July 25, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Program ends: May 28, 2027<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 50%; text-align: left; vertical-align: top;\"><strong>Applications<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/1g6lsAeu80hTAW4EzL99jLFJS-WqnXdO470nO9GlR90g\/edit\">K-16<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"elementToProof\"><a href=\"https:\/\/usc.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_5bb4BR5wKv5HyTA\">CReW<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/usc.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_07dZBj7OukJeF6u\">LeAD<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/usc.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_cGi8zS4JwpyXi2G\"><span class=\"ContentPasted0\">Workforce Prep Link<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"elementToProof\"><a href=\"https:\/\/usc.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_bCLYqKqWk0SJlhI\">Pre-PA (Virtual)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/usc.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_5dIHku12X82uPfU\">Pre-PA (In-person)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/usc.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_5dIXvlAVeTOjRl4\">Pre-BH<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/usc.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_cZwj5RhLOJ7gVXo\">Pre-OT<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"elementToProof\"><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSdmg9UcXjfPk9YEoKRBAJfCSeX2ibyJuYvRD83BQ17tFnNeHA\/viewform?usp=publish-editor\">FamE\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/usc.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_a5ivFNeY2RLcR9A\">Pre-PT<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>General Participation Forms<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All participating students are asked to complete registration forms in order to participate in USC PA Pathways. You can either email them to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">uscpapipeline@usc.edu <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or bring them on the day of the event.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Participants under 18 years of age must have a parent\/guardian sign their forms. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For participants 18 years of age and older, please sign on your behalf. <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please complete the Participation Form and an Image Release form in either English or Spanish.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1U99pMMkAbbeMM2UPHqhIQiK_H5xNq47w\/view?usp=drive_link\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USC PA Pathways Registration Form 2026-2027 (English)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1T5SyCvgTz6hIE49WjjYSZxDenLCQ5DIc\/view?usp=drive_link\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USC PA Pathways Registration Form 2026-2027 (Espa\u00f1ol)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n                    \n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--accordions \"\n\n  \n   aria-label=\"Content Accordions\"\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--accordions\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n      <div class=\"header-container\">\n\n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--section-title\">\n\n    \n  <h2>\n          More Information About Branches\n      <\/h2>\n\n\n<\/div>\n      \n      \n    <\/div>\n  \n      <ul>\n              <li>\n          <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion-trigger \" id=\"heading-1-1-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-controls=\"section-1-1-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\n                          <span class=\"item-title\">K-16 Branch<\/span>\n            \n                      <\/button>\n\n          <div id=\"section-1-1-ophEJDQbaI\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1-1-ophEJDQbaI\" class=\"accordion-panel\">\n\n                            \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n  <div class=\"inner-wrapper\">\n        \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <p>The K-16 branch strives to inspire and guide students from kindergarten to college to attain their future careers by exposing them to opportunities and resources in the healthcare field. PA students along with health professionals speak to students about their career pathway, how to connect with resources about their profession, and how they overcame barriers to achieve their career goals. Following the health professionals\u2019 presentations, students attend workshops where they practice clinical skills and learn more about careers in an interactive manner. Workshop topics include anatomy, physiology, nutrition, first-aid, bystander CPR, dental exams and more.<\/p>\n<p>Past K-16 events have focused on careers in the following areas:<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\" border=\"1\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 50%; text-align: left; vertical-align: top;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Physician Assistant Studies<\/li>\n<li>Pharmacy<\/li>\n<li>Physical Therapy<\/li>\n<li>Mental\/Behavioral Health<\/li>\n<li>Medical Assistance<\/li>\n<li>Emergency Medical Services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 50%;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Nursing<\/li>\n<li>Public Health<\/li>\n<li>Optometry<\/li>\n<li>Primary Care<\/li>\n<li>Dentistry<\/li>\n<li>Occupational Therapy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n            \n                      <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n\n              <li>\n          <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion-trigger \" id=\"heading-1-2-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-controls=\"section-1-2-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\n                          <span class=\"item-title\">LeaD<\/span>\n            \n                      <\/button>\n\n          <div id=\"section-1-2-ophEJDQbaI\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1-2-ophEJDQbaI\" class=\"accordion-panel\">\n\n                            \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n  <div class=\"inner-wrapper\">\n        \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The programs LeAD (LEadership &amp; Academic Development) is designed to provide elementary, middle and high school students with the appropriate tools to achieve their educational and career goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> With the support from PA students, faculty, and professional tutors they will be provided with educational instruction, mentorship, resources, leadership development, and life skills to help them navigate through academic challenges, in order to thrive in any academic setting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The goal of LeAD is to prepare each student to be well-equipped for success throughout their academic and professional aspirations.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n            \n                      <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n\n              <li>\n          <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion-trigger \" id=\"heading-1-3-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-controls=\"section-1-3-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\n                          <span class=\"item-title\">CReW<\/span>\n            \n                      <\/button>\n\n          <div id=\"section-1-3-ophEJDQbaI\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1-3-ophEJDQbaI\" class=\"accordion-panel\">\n\n                            \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n  <div class=\"inner-wrapper\">\n        \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CReW (College REadiness Workshop) is designed to provide support for 11th and 12th grade students as they prepare for their college pathway. The program equips students with the tools, guidance, and individualized support needed to successfully navigate the college application process, particularly for those aspiring to pursue healthcare careers that require higher education.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Program experiences may include assistance with FAFSA completion, college application review, information on grants and scholarship opportunities, and additional college-readiness programming.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n            \n                      <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n\n              <li>\n          <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion-trigger \" id=\"heading-1-4-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-controls=\"section-1-4-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\n                          <span class=\"item-title\">Workforce Prep<\/span>\n            \n                      <\/button>\n\n          <div id=\"section-1-4-ophEJDQbaI\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1-4-ophEJDQbaI\" class=\"accordion-panel\">\n\n                            \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n  <div class=\"inner-wrapper\">\n        \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <div id=\"comp-kaof6w8c\" class=\"_2bafp\" data-testid=\"richTextElement\">\n<p>The Workforce Prep branch aims to introduce 12th graders and 18+ to healthcare practice, etiquette, and educational subjects that are prerequisites to most healthcare careers. Exposing them to the history of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, clinical skills, and pathophysiology of common medical conditions. This branch focuses on exploring technical careers and different pathways to reach graduate programs in a fiscally responsible way within the medical field.<\/p>\n<p>Participants will be prepared to enter the medical field and facilitate various programs they can enroll in to advance their potential. As part of this experience, they will be able to work alongside healthcare professionals to put into practice what they have learned.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n            \n                      <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n\n              <li>\n          <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion-trigger \" id=\"heading-1-5-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-controls=\"section-1-5-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\n                          <span class=\"item-title\">FamE<\/span>\n            \n                      <\/button>\n\n          <div id=\"section-1-5-ophEJDQbaI\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1-5-ophEJDQbaI\" class=\"accordion-panel\">\n\n                            \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n  <div class=\"inner-wrapper\">\n        \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <div id=\"comp-kkzti7rd\" data-testid=\"richTextElement\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Family Engagement Program bridges the gap between parents, schools, and the community by providing resources and having conversations about families\u2019 needs. The ultimate goal is to increase student achievement in a welcoming environment by supporting families with learning opportunities and help becoming more involved in their children\u2019s educational success.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Participants attend ten monthly sessions and engage with the Family Engagement team and guest speakers. Identified topics have been selected by the participants and are tailored to meet their needs.\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">El programa de participaci\u00f3n familiar de la USC re\u00fane padres, escuelas y la comunidad por proporcionando recursos y teniendo conversaciones sobre las necesidades de las familias. El objetivo final es aumentar el \u00e9xito de los estudiantes en un ambiente acogedor<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0mediante apoyando a las familias con oportunidades de aprendizaje y ayudando involucrarse m\u00e1s en el \u00e9xito educativo de sus hijos.<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u200bLos participantes asisten diez sesiones mensuales y se conect con el Equipo de participaci\u00f3n familiar y oradores invitados. Temas identificados han sido seleccionados por los participantes y est\u00e1n dise\u00f1ados para cumplir sus metas.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n            \n                      <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n\n              <li>\n          <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion-trigger \" id=\"heading-1-6-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-controls=\"section-1-6-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\n                          <span class=\"item-title\">Pre-PA<\/span>\n            \n                      <\/button>\n\n          <div id=\"section-1-6-ophEJDQbaI\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1-6-ophEJDQbaI\" class=\"accordion-panel\">\n\n                            \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n  <div class=\"inner-wrapper\">\n        \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <div id=\"comp-kl03dyzv\" class=\"_2bafp\" data-testid=\"richTextElement\"><\/div>\n<p>Our USC PA Pathways Program has officially opened our Pre-PA Branch Applications for this school year. Our Pre-PA Branch focuses on enhancing the PA applicant pool to prepare students from all backgrounds to practice medicine and provide service to the medically underserved. We strive to guide and support participants throughout their application process to facilitate acceptance into ANY accredited PA program. Below are some topics that will be discussed during the program.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Application Process<\/li>\n<li>Scholarships and Grants<\/li>\n<li>Resume Review<\/li>\n<li>Mock Interviews<\/li>\n<li>Clinical and Volunteer Opportunities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n            \n                      <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n\n              <li>\n          <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion-trigger \" id=\"heading-1-7-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-controls=\"section-1-7-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\n                          <span class=\"item-title\">Pre-Behavioral Health <\/span>\n            \n                      <\/button>\n\n          <div id=\"section-1-7-ophEJDQbaI\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1-7-ophEJDQbaI\" class=\"accordion-panel\">\n\n                            \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n  <div class=\"inner-wrapper\">\n        \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Pre-Behavioral Health (Pre-BH) Branch will encourage high school students to explore the many pathways available to support mental health and community care through dynamic guest speakers, storytelling, and interactive discussions. We offer two field trips: (1) Wellness Agency Tour, (2) Mental Health Conference. Participants will engage in hands-on learning experiences and hear directly from professionals about their educational attainment, the cost of their program, income, expertise, and their personal message aimed at inspiring the new generation of changemakers. This branch centers the importance of mental wellness, healing, and advocacy, especially in underserved communities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fields Explored Include, but are not limited to:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Psychologist &#8211; <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(College, Master&#8217;s, and PhD Levels)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Psychiatrist &#8211; <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(College, Master&#8217;s, and PhD Levels)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Case Manager &#8211; <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(College Level)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mental Health Coaches &#8211;<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Vocational)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social Workers<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; (College, Master&#8217;s, and PhD Levels)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Licensed Clinical Social Worker<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; (College, Master&#8217;s, and PhD Levels)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Licensed Marital Family Therapist &#8211; <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(College, Master&#8217;s, and PhD Levels)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Occupational Therapist<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; (Master&#8217;s and PhD Levels)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Substance Use Counselor &#8211;<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Vocational, College, Master&#8217;s, and PhD Levels)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sports Therapist &#8211; <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Master&#8217;s and PhD Levels)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speech Therapist &#8211; <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Master&#8217;s and PhD Levels)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wraparound Program Specialist &#8211;<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (College, Master&#8217;s Level)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applied Behavioral Analyst &#8211; <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Vocational, College Level, Master&#8217;s, PhD Levels)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Crisis Interventionalist &#8211; <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(College Level)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full Service Program &#8211; <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(College, Master&#8217;s Level)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Education Advocate &#8211; <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(College, Master&#8217;s Level)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Targeted Behavioral Therapist<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; (College Level)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span>Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor\u00a0 &#8211; (<\/span><\/i><span>Master\u2019s Level<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suicide Prevention Specialist<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; (College Level)\\<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certified Mindfulness Practitioner &#8211; <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(College Level)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n            \n                      <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n\n              <li>\n          <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion-trigger \" id=\"heading-1-8-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-controls=\"section-1-8-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\n                          <span class=\"item-title\">Pre-PA Virtual Branch<\/span>\n            \n                      <\/button>\n\n          <div id=\"section-1-8-ophEJDQbaI\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1-8-ophEJDQbaI\" class=\"accordion-panel\">\n\n                            \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n  <div class=\"inner-wrapper\">\n        \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019re excited to continue the second year of the Pre-PA Virtual Branch. Designed to support aspiring Physician Assistants (PAs), this program provides accessible, high-quality guidance for students who may not be able to participate in our in-person offerings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Pre-PA Virtual Branch offers a comprehensive, remote experience that helps students navigate the path to PA school. Participants gain access to essential resources, including CASPA application support, mentorship from current PA students and professionals, networking opportunities, and interactive learning sessions, all from anywhere.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond resources, students join a supportive, like-minded community committed to personal and professional growth in the PA field. We are especially dedicated to uplifting and empowering students from disadvantaged and underserved backgrounds by expanding access to PA school preparation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you are just beginning to explore the PA profession or preparing to apply, the Pre-PA Virtual Branch is here to support your journey. We invite you to apply and take the next step toward becoming a future healthcare leader. Students must be 18 years of age or older.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n            \n                      <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n\n              <li>\n          <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion-trigger \" id=\"heading-1-9-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-controls=\"section-1-9-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\n                          <span class=\"item-title\">Pre-OT<\/span>\n            \n                      <\/button>\n\n          <div id=\"section-1-9-ophEJDQbaI\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1-9-ophEJDQbaI\" class=\"accordion-panel\">\n\n                            \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n  <div class=\"inner-wrapper\">\n        \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In partnership with USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, the Pre-OT Branch is designed to support aspiring occupational therapy students at every stage of their journey. We offer personalized mentorship, guidance on prerequisite planning, application strategy, and professional development, as well as insight into the realities of OT school and the profession. Through one-on-one support and practical resources, our program empowers Pre-OT students to build confidence, clarify their goals, and take intentional steps toward becoming future occupational therapy practitioners. Participants must be 18 and over.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n            \n                      <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n\n              <li>\n          <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion-trigger \" id=\"heading-1-10-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-controls=\"section-1-10-ophEJDQbaI\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\n                          <span class=\"item-title\">Pre-PT<\/span>\n            \n                      <\/button>\n\n          <div id=\"section-1-10-ophEJDQbaI\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1-10-ophEJDQbaI\" class=\"accordion-panel\">\n\n                            \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n  <div class=\"inner-wrapper\">\n        \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In partnership with the USC Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy, we\u2019re excited to introduce the Pre-Physical Therapy (Pre-PT)\u00a0 Branch, a new initiative of the USC PA Pathways Program. Designed to support aspiring physical therapists, this program provides accessible, high-quality guidance for students navigating the path to PT school.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Pre-PT Branch offers a comprehensive experience that equips students with the tools and knowledge needed to pursue a career in physical therapy. Participants gain access to personalized mentorship, guidance on prerequisite planning, application strategy, and professional development, as well as insight into the realities of PT school and the profession. 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