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.
Grade 12
1 year
Complete with strong average
Undergraduate
2 years minimum
Any program, maintain 3.0+ GPA
PA Program
2 years
Bachelor of Health Sciences (PA)
PACCC Exam
2-3 months
Pass certification exam
Start Working!
Begin career as Physician Assistant
Grade 12
1 year
Complete prerequisites
Undergraduate Degree
4 years
Complete bachelor's degree in health sciences
PA Program
2 years
Bachelor of Health Sciences (PA)
PACCC Exam
2-3 months
Pass certification exam
Start Working!
Begin career as Physician Assistant
Grade 12
1 year
Complete prerequisites
Undergraduate Degree
4 years
Complete bachelor's degree
Gap Year/Experience
1 year
Gain healthcare experience
PA Program
2 years
Bachelor of Health Sciences (PA)
PACCC Exam
2-3 months
Pass certification exam
Start Working!
Begin career as Physician Assistant