Getting a degree from a university and becoming a physician assistant is something that is most definitely achievable and it can happen. The main course that you should be focused on studying is biology while at the university. After you have completed your undergraduate school, then its time to set your sights on getting admission into a additional two year focused program. When you do this you will be a certified PA who can take jobs in many different areas.
Choosing to major in biology is a very popular choice for aspiring medical students because of the fact that they are able to work doctors and other health care professional. While you are attending this two year university, it is important that you get into looking up and focusing on your future to become a PA. What you’ll want to do is have a meeting with your guidance counselor or your advisory course person to talk about what future classes you need to take to be eligible to get into a PA school.
Almost all health care professional need to have a background in science, and the it holds true for a student who wants to become a physician assistant as well. You will need to have a substantial amount of knowledge in the field of biology and you’ll have to be driven with dedication. If you’re going to get into this rewarding career then you’re going to have to do your due diligence to accomplish it. Anything worthwhile in life is hard.
So to even get into a PA program, the first thing you need to do is a get a bachelor’s degree in a field that is in a science type of subject. You want to get this degree graduating with a grade “C” or better because anything less will not get you into PA school and you’ll have to retake the class before you can apply. Try your best to get grades about a “C” while getting your bachelor’s degree. All physician assistant programs are going to look at your undergraduate history seeing how well you completed classes and if you meet the requirements for admission into their program.
Now you see that without good grades, getting into any PA school for that matter is going to be nearly impossible. You should also get some experience working in a health care setting before you apply to the program of your choice. Do something that puts you in direct contact with patients. You can volunteer or shadow a nurse as a nurse’s assistant. Most students who get into PA schools were previously health care assistants, EMTs or PTs. You’ve made a great decision to become a physician assistant.