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Physician Assistant

A physician assistant consults with a patient; both are smiling.
January 4, 2024
Physician assistants typically earn six-figure incomes, though this varies by location, specialization, and experience level.
A hospital physician assistant at a patient's bedside enters notes into a laptop.
January 2, 2024
Aspiring physician assistants must pass the PANCE, a 300-question, multiple-choice comprehensive exam, to earn certification and be eligible for state licensure. Learn what to expect.
A medical professional consults a tablet.
October 20, 2023
From undergraduate study to patient care experience to completing a PA program and passing the PANCE, we cover all the steps to becoming a physician assistant.
A female physician assistant consults with a patient by phone.
October 18, 2023
These tips can help you put your best foot forward on your physician assistant studies program application.
A physician assistant and a doctor discussing notes on a chart.
October 4, 2023
From ancient spiritual traditions to modern medical research, there is substantial proof that happiness and fulfillment can come from helping others. But with working 40 hours or more each week in a full-time job, you may be wondering how to find the time and energy outside of work to help others when you are trying […]
Students with computers sit in a classroom lecture
July 3, 2023
Future-proofing is the attempt to safeguard current practices or products against becoming obsolete in the future. When thinking about your education, you must think ahead. The job market can change significantly over time. With the rapidity of tech advancements, this change can happen before you’re even finished securing your degree.  Luckily, you can future-proof your […]
A physician assistant in a white lab coat speaks to two patients via video chat.
May 8, 2023
Physician assistant and physician associate programs may seem pricey, but financial aid options such as loan repayment programs and scholarships can offset costs.
A health care professional puts on white nitrile gloves while wearing scrubs, a hairnet, and a face shield
September 28, 2022
While respectable physician assistant education programs may be costly, demand for certified PAs is high, and the competitive compensation enables graduates to pay back loans in a reasonable period of time.
A medical professional holds a stethoscope to a young child's chest who is sitting on a woman's lap.
June 1, 2022
The question 'Should I be a physician assistant or nurse practitioner?' is a challenging one to answer. The only way to determine which career will be the best fit is to research both.
A medical professional ties on their surgical cap while wearing a blue face mask and scrubs.
May 26, 2022
Determining how long it will take you to become a PA involves more than looking at the length of physician assistant master's programs. Step one is learning about the PA program prerequisites and course structure, as well as how to get licensed.