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Physician Assistant Online Degree Programs

By Melody Gough

Question

Is it possible to get a degree online as a physician assistant?

Answer

If you desire a career as a physician assistant, there are several online programs out there. The duration of programs vary from place to place so be honest with yourself when facing a possible two-year commitment. Before you write that check to any school, make sure you are enrolling in an accredited program. Your certification must be recognized by the state where you want to practice.

Start your research into online programs for the educator who best meets your needs. If possible, make an appointment with an academic advisor at your local campus. This person helps you make informed decisions about your educational future. Different programs have different criteria for admission. Some schools expect you to have coursework completed in biology and chemistry while others require a bachelor's degree. Good luck as you enter this exciting and rapidly growing area of health care.

About the Author
University of Nevada Reno professor Melody Gough is here to answer your questions every week. Professor Gough has taught poetry in both online and community college classrooms for almost a decade and has also taught English composition at the local university for the past five years. In addition to advising her students and inspiring them with witty classroom exercises, Professor Gough writes both poetry and memoir. Her Master of Arts in Teaching English is from the University of Nevada, Reno.