moreilly318 Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Hi everyone, I'm new to the forum and am looking for advice. I hold two associates degrees. One in criminal justice and one in respiratory therapy. I have been a practicing RT for over three years now. I am 28 and am aiming for PA. I am currently enrolled in an accelerated program in order to finish my BA. I will still have to go back and retake prereqs after I finish the degree. I guess I'm just looking for any advice on the quickest way I can reach my goal. Any tips? Is anyone still pursuing bachelor's programs for PA and stopping there? Will they be around in five years still? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Steve Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 MEDEX/UW's bachelor degree program. Don't need a bachelors to get in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beano Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 keep in mind that some states may require a masters to be licensed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
generalfluff Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 Another good tip is, try to complete some of the pre-reqs at a local community college. PA schools don't really discriminate students based on where they complete their pre-reqs, just that you've finished them with reasonably good grades (think B's and higher). I'd suggest focusing on schools that prefer students with lengthy healthcare experience, due to your background. Though to be honest, getting accepted to almost any PA school is challenging already. I'd be happy if any school gives an acceptance. Don't worry too much on getting a Masters. Only two states require it (Mississippi and Ohio). Even if the state wherein you practice requires a Master's degree later, you can just be grandfather-ed in, and still practice with full licensure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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