Pre-Professional Programs: Pre-Physician Assistant

The only physician assistant studies program in South Carolina is offered by the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. MUSC offers a master’s degree in Physician Assisting. USC Upstate offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology tailored to meet the entry requirements of the MUSC Physician Assistant Studies program.

Physician Assistant Occupational Outlook - Bureau of Labor Statistics

Helpful Links:

American Academy of Physical Assistants

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Physician Assistant Education Association

Physician Assistant Programs and Careers

What is a PA? - AAPA 

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