Mercy College Physician Assistant Mock Interview
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Why should Mercy College accept you over another student with the same qualifications?
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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
The interviewers seek unique qualities and statements that make you stand out from the other students wishing to attend Mercy College. Put yourself in their position. You are looking at multiple talented candidates. All have stellar grades, a drive, and the potential to be renowned Mercy College alumni. Describe the unique reason to choose YOU over everyone else.
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"I believe I am the strongest student for your physician assistant program because I am incredibly dedicated to my professional and personal development. Since beginning my Bachelor's degree, I have committed to taking a personal development workshop twice yearly. The topics have included communication, interpersonal skills, multi-tasking, organization, and persuasive writing. I plan to take these skills and apply them to my graduate studies as well. Additionally, I worked for the Peace Corps for two years in impoverished countries and volunteered with Doctors Without Borders to see if this was the career path I wanted to take."
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
Be sure to mention several reasons you stand out more than other candidates without putting down other applicants. Here are some ideas that make you a stand-out candidate:
- Recent volunteer work
- An existing connection to the faculty or facility
- A memorable and personal story of struggle and triumph
- An unusual skill such as speaking multiple languages or knowing sign language
- An additional degree, diploma, or certification
- Proof that you continually focus on personal and professional development
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