Pre-Physician Assistant Studies
The pre-physician assistant professional track (Pre-PA) program is designed for students interested in preparing for a career as a physician assistant. According to the American Academy of PAs (AAPA), PAs are nationally certified and state-licensed professionals who practice team-based medicine with physicians and other healthcare providers. The Bureau of Labor StatisticsOpens in new window projects job growth of 37 percent between 2016 and 2026. The median annual wage for PAs was $104,860 in 2017.