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Northern Arizona University’s PA program
Graduate certificates for Physician Assistants
NAU’s Department of Physician Assistant Studies offers two, 12-credit online post professional graduate certificates for Physician Assistants. The graduate certificate programs are designed to elevate competencies in health care operations, leadership and health equity. The two graduate certificates available are:
Through the certificates offered, NAU’s Department of Physician Assistant Studies systematically addresses the critical and complex needs of patients, communities, and populations within the health care system. The certificates provide PAs with important education around population health, patient-centered care, health economics, health policy, health informatics, and health equity.
The program will offer two enrollment cycles: fall and spring.
Admission requirements
- Undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = “A”), or the equivalent
- Official transcripts
- Completion of a master’s degree in physician assistant studies (or equivalent)
CME Information
For PHA 700, PHA 706, PHA 703: These activities have been reviewed by the AAPA Review Panel and is compliant with AAPA CME Criteria. Each activity is designated for 15 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation. Approval is valid from 8/28/2023 to 12/15/2023. AAPA reference number: CME-209413, CME-209633, and CME-209682,
Doctor of Medical Science
NAU’s Physician Assistant Studies Department also offers a Doctor of Medical Science degree for Physician Assistants. A student who completes one of these certificates will have their credits transfer seamlessly into the Doctor of Medical Science program, should they wish to pursue that degree.