Physician’s Assistant, AS
Physician assistants (PAs) are licensed medical professionals who diagnose and treat illness and disease, develop and manage treatment plans, prescribe medications, and often serve as a patient’s principal healthcare provider. They work in physician offices, hospitals, and clinics.
This program is designed for students who intend to transfer to a four-year college or university. Requirements may be updated prior to the start of the Fall 2022 semester. Students completing this program should consult a counselor or advisor to develop their degree plan and for registration advice.
Associate of Science
Required Courses
Total Credit Hours: 62
Transfer Notes: This degree program transfers to a bachelor’s degree in health services or health sciences. All physician assistant programs have competitive admission requirements, such as grade point average, grades in specific prerequisite courses, letters of recommendation, and volunteer experience.