Pre-Physician Assistant
Are you wondering how to become a PA or how to successfully begin your education at a physician assistant school? Look no further than Butler’s Pre-Physician Assistant degree program that has already proven to send confident and competent students into the PA world.
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Make the Most of Your Pre-PA Degree
Prepare to practice medicine with physicians, surgeons and other healthcare providers. As a physician assistant, you will work daily with patients to examine, diagnose and treat them. Learn to prescribe medicines, fix broken bones, give stitches and more. Explore the value of helping others as you move through our rigorous program.
Better at Butler
Our industry connections can help you find volunteer opportunities essential to building your practical experience résumé in medicine. Take advantage of the ample involvement opportunities available through Butler student organizations. Participating in these activities will make a great addition to your PA school application.
What You Can Do as a Physician Assistant
As a trusted medical professional, your skills are needed in many places. From rural clinics to the biggest cities, PAs are vital primary care providers. They can function in many settings including:
- Clinics and hospitals
- Emergency departments
- Armed services
- Federal and state agencies
- Retirement homes
Classes You'll Take
These are some examples of courses in our Pre-Physician Assistant program.
- Majors Biology 1 & 2
- College Chemistry 1 & 2
- Health Professions Medical Terminology
- Anatomy and Physiology 1 & 2
- General Psychology
Pre-Physician Assistant (Associate of Science)
Additional Information
Kansas Promise Scholarship Eligible
Qualified students in eligible programs can earn their two-year degree and have their tuition, fees and books paid for.
