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Bluebag Media
STNA grad says set
high goals that scare you
ANSONIA – “I want to be a physician’s assistant,” Ansonia senior Hannah
Barga said. “If I want to get into that program, I need to get as much
experience as possible. There are usually 500 applications for the 40
spaces that are available.”
There are currently two physician assistant programs available in the
area: Kettering and University of Dayton. “Both are options,” Hannah
said, “and they both want you to have healthcare experience.” She added
they look for approximately 500 hours in a medical field.
Hannah is getting her experience at Briarwood Village in Coldwater; but
first she had to get her STNA certificate. She completed her three-week
course on Nov. 24, then passed the state test. “I can work anywhere as
an STNA,” she said. “It’s really good to have the experience; it was
something my parents encouraged me to do.” She added a professor had
told her many applicants are book smart, but they don’t really know
what they’re getting into. With some experience, they are better
prepared...
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