A Career As A Physician Assistant

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Growing up is a natural part of life. We all go through experiences in our daily lives that may be insignificant, but others have an immense impact on our future. Therefore, it is essential to live life fully in every moment, as they may change your life before you even realize it. Indeed, having dreams and goals is what motivates people to get up every day ambitious to work towards their accomplishments. Still, the question is: how do people accomplish their dreams and goals? Not surprisingly, college is the perfect time to set these goals and dreams in motion. During college, students have the chance to discover now only what they want, but also who they are.
My college experience has led to the discovery of myself and thus, the discovery …show more content…

However, even when I had my career goals clear, I did not realize I did not have my educational goals clear. Therefore, I researched about what it takes to become a Physician Assistant, and noticed how the path was alike that of Medical Doctors. PAs and MDs earn majors from the science field and after they graduate, attend PA/Medical school, respectively. It was perfect. I could still major in Psychology, but instead of becoming a psychologist, attend PA school to become a Physician Assistant. Finally, there was a plan. After earning my Associate of Arts at Miami Dade College, I plan to transfer to Florida International University and earn my Bachelors of Arts in Psychology. After I graduate, I aspire to attend the University of Florida (my dream school) to earn a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant studies. So far, I have successfully completed my freshman year in college, with lots of enthusiasm to continue my sophomore year this …show more content…

I realize all these changes and discoveries signify I am growing; academically, professionally and most importantly, personally. Besides achieving my academic goals, I aspire to accomplish other dreams in the course of my life. For instance, I aspire to travel extensively, exploring all the beauty of nature and people all around the world. Traveling will not only give me the chance to enrich my knowledge and conscience on different aspects of human nature (such as countries’ government styles, traditions, geography, and culture), but it will also give me a chance to unwind and enjoy the life I was given. Moreover, I do not wish to simply travel. I made a promise to myself I would make a difference in every place I visit. Although, I have not figured out exactly how I will have a positive influence in my traveling endeavors, certainly the answer will come to me soon. Perhaps it will be starting a literacy program of my own in third world countries, or providing necessities like food and water to low-income families, or evangelizing remote countries about the word of God. Whichever the means are, making a positive influence for people and experiencing the world to the fullest, are the ends of my

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