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Master of Physician Assistant Studies

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Program Overview

The Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies provides students with the advanced knowledge and skills to become a certified Physician Assistant in a variety of healthcare settings. The program equips students with the expertise to develop strong leadership, interpersonal, critical thinking, and clinical research competencies to address health concerns.  The Physician Assistant program provides students with the expertise and professionalism in healthcare to address medical, behavioral, and social concerns across many healthcare environments.

The program is accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).

Related Programs/Paths:

  • Bridge Program - Courses are only for those who have already completed a degree in physician assistant studies.

Possible Career Options

Our Master in Physician Assistant Studies equips graduates with the advanced knowledge and skills necessary to pass the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination and redefine healthcare.

Hospital Physician Assistant

Medical Clinic Physician Assistant

Urgent Care Physician Assistant

Primary Care Physician Assistant

Internal Medicine Physician Assistant

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