Dr. Sarah Patterson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Sarah Jane Patterson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at McMaster University. She serves as the Curriculum Coordinator for the Master's of Science in Child Life Pediatric Psychosocial Care Program within the Faculty of Health Sciences. Her expertise lies in modeling and simulation within information systems, contributing to advancements in pediatric psychosocial education at the graduate level in Canada. Sarah is dedicated to preparing students for impactful careers in child life, emphasizing the importance of psychosocial care in pediatric settings. Her scholarly work includes numerous contributions to the field, underlined by her ongoing commitment to developing robust educational programs that meet the evolving needs of healthcare professionals in child life. With a strong academic background, including a Master’s degree from Illinois State University, Sarah continues to progress in her PhD studies while actively engaging in research and teaching activities.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

McMaster University • Hamilton, ON, Canada

Teaching and curriculum coordination for the Master's of Science in Child Life Pediatric Psychosocial Care Program.

Requirements for McMaster University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:92
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or a related area
Application Checklist
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  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Interest
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