How can I earn a certificate in physican assistant?

Answer 1

According to the US Dept of Labor:
*Physician assistant programs usually last at least 2 years; admission requirements vary by program, but many require at least 2 years of college and some health care experience.

*All States require physician assistants to complete an accredited education program and to pass a national exam in order to obtain a *license.*

*Physician assistants rank among the fastest growing occupations, as physicians and health care institutions increasingly utilize physician assistants in order to contain costs.

For eligibility requirements and a description of the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination, contact:

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Inc., 12000 Findley Rd., Suite 200, Duluth, GA 30097. Internet: http://www.nccpa.net

Answer 2

It isn't a certificate program. You have to have a Master of Science degree to even get into the PA program.