Brescia University Physician Assistant Program delivers a graduate-level curriculum designed to educate students to become proficient and skilled healthcare providers. The program is 27-months in length, culminating in a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies degree. Through a 16-month didactic phase and 11-month clinical phase, the program prepares students to deliver high-quality healthcare, emphasizing medical knowledge, critical thinking, clinical and interpersonal skills. Upon completion, graduates will play a vital role in the healthcare system, improving access to care and enhancing patient outcomes.
In the state of Kentucky, to be licensed by the Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure as a physician assistant, an applicant must:
- Submit a completed application form with the required fees;
- Be of good character and reputation;
- Be a graduate of an approved program; and
- Have passed an examination approved by the board within three attempts.
Brescia University’s Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies has been granted Accreditation-Provisional status by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for Physician Assistants (ARC-PA) and is considered an approved program by the Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure.