Prepare for 35 WesternU PA interview questions covering clinical scenarios, patient care philosophy, and program fit.
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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.
While your interviewing team at Western University School of Health Sciences will pick from the 'best of the best' to admit to their PA program, they know there is no perfect candidate. With this question, they're looking to hear that you are aware of your weaknesses and prepared to address them during your time with their program.

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 could improve on my written and verbal communication skills as I tend to be blunter than I would like to be at times in my communication with other students and colleagues. I'm confident I will continue to grow in this area as I get bedside with patients during my clinical rotations here at Western University School of Health Sciences."

Ryan Brunner has over ten years of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring candidates in the healthcare, public service, and private manufacturing/distribution industries.
Pick a weakness that is not a core skill for your success as a Physician Assistant student at the Western University Of Health Sciences. You can be candid in your answer, recognizing that you aren't great at something and acknowledging your need to improve. Be sure to have an action plan to improve this weakness.

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