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Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A physician assistant or associate (PA) practices medicine under the direction of a physician and is a valuable member of a team. To learn more about the scope of practice for a PA, you can refer to the American Academy of Physician Associates<\/a>. 足彩app哪个是正规的y also provide an excellent resource on how to become a PA<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In order to get into a PA program, you must complete an undergraduate degree in your major of choice and complete the prerequisite courses that are required by most PA programs. In addition to the academic requirements, PA programs typically require that students have extensive hours of paid, hands-on, direct patient and clinical care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Application<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Visit the Apply<\/a> page for more on prerequisite coursework and grades, transcripts, activities, personal statements and letters of recommendation in general.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Application Timeline<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Requirements vary by program<\/strong>. This is not an official planning sheet and should be used as a reference.<\/strong> Please consult with an advisor to plan out a timeline that fits you.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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