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Pre-Physician Associate / Assistant Studies (Certificate)

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Our Pre-Physician Associate / Assistant Studies Certificate program helps prepare students for the rigorous coursework and clinical requirements of a Physician Assistant (PA) program.

Degrees & Offerings
  • Certificate
Location
  • Bloomsburg
  • Lock Haven
  • Mansfield
Department
College
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Major Showcase Day

Get a behind-the-scenes look at our program during the Pre-Medical/Pre-Professional Major Showcase Day on Friday, April 18, 2025 on the Bloomsburg campus. Space is limited, register today!

Courses and Curriculum

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  • Apply science and social science competencies achieved through the curriculum to complete admissions exam(s)
  • Assess their suitability for the medical professions
  • Use the conventions required by the application service(s) to submit application materials

Program Faculty

Toni Bell

Toni Trumbo Bell

  • Chair, Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences / Professor of Biochemistry
  • Bloomsburg

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