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Physician Assistant

Practice Medicine, Partner with Physicians

Physician Assistants work alongside doctors to diagnose illnesses, develop treatment plans, and perform procedures. It's a growing profession in Canada with excellent earning potential and diverse practice settings in hospitals, clinics, and emergency departments.

6 years to income$85,000 - $100,000 entryCanadian Association of Physician Assistants (CAPA)
Shortcut Path4 years
1

Grade 12

1 year

Complete with strong average

2

Undergraduate

2 years minimum

Any program, maintain 3.0+ GPA

3

PA Program

2 years

Bachelor of Health Sciences (PA)

4

PACCC Exam

2-3 months

Pass certification exam

5

Start Working!

Begin career as Physician Assistant

📍Standard Path6 years
1

Grade 12

1 year

Complete prerequisites

2

Undergraduate Degree

4 years

Complete bachelor's degree in health sciences

3

PA Program

2 years

Bachelor of Health Sciences (PA)

4

PACCC Exam

2-3 months

Pass certification exam

5

Start Working!

Begin career as Physician Assistant

🛤️Long Path7 years
1

Grade 12

1 year

Complete prerequisites

2

Undergraduate Degree

4 years

Complete bachelor's degree

3

Gap Year/Experience

1 year

Gain healthcare experience

4

PA Program

2 years

Bachelor of Health Sciences (PA)

5

PACCC Exam

2-3 months

Pass certification exam

6

Start Working!

Begin career as Physician Assistant