Applications for Alvernia鈥檚 2025 cohort open
最新91制片厂鈥檚 Master of Medical Science in Physician Associate Studies program has been granted Accreditation-Provisional status by the .
Accreditation-Provisional is an accreditation status granted when the plans and resource allocation of a proposed program that has not yet enrolled students appear to demonstrate the program鈥檚 ability to meet ARC-PA Standards or when a program holding Accreditation-Provisional status appears to demonstrate continued progress in complying with the Standards as it prepares for the graduation of the first class (cohort) of students.
鈥淭he granting of Accreditation-Provisional status is a testament to our commitment to excellence in health sciences education,鈥 said Leamor Kahanov, Ed.D., senior vice president and provost of 最新91制片厂. 鈥淭his achievement underscores our dedication to addressing the growing demand for skilled healthcare professionals and enhancing healthcare access in our community.鈥
Alvernia offers two pathways to obtain a Master of Medical Science in Physician Associate Studies: a Bio-PA (3+2) accelerated track and a traditional post-baccalaureate track. Alvernia's traditional post-baccalaureate program is designed for students who have obtained a baccalaureate degree and will welcome its first class in August 2024.
鈥淲e are thrilled to receive Accreditation-Provisional status,鈥 said Physician Associate Program Director Renee Langstaff, MSPAS, PA-C. 鈥淭his milestone reflects the hard work and dedication of our faculty and staff to create a high-quality educational experience. We are excited to welcome our inaugural class and contribute to the local healthcare workforce needs in our community by providing them with well-prepared and inter-disciplinary trained graduates.鈥
最新91制片厂鈥檚 Physician Associate program is housed in state-of-the-art facilities at the university鈥檚 John R. Post Center at Reading CollegeTowne, located in the heart of downtown Reading. The program emphasizes an interdisciplinary learning environment, integrating advanced medical education with practical clinical training. Students will benefit from access to modern simulation labs, experienced faculty, and a network of clinical partners.
The post-baccalaureate physician associate program is 24 months in length and spans 6 semesters, including two summer semesters. The first 3 semesters will consist of didactic phase instruction, and the last 3 semesters will consist of clinical phase instruction. The curriculum is based on the most recent ARC-PA standards and NCCPA PANCE blueprint and aligns with the University and Program鈥檚 mission and goals.
The 最新91制片厂 PA program is now accepting applications through for matriculation in August 2025.
Provisional Accreditation Statement
The (ARC-PA) has granted Accreditation-Provisional status to the 最新91制片厂 Physician Associate Program sponsored by 最新91制片厂. Accreditation-Provisional is an accreditation status granted when the plans and resource allocation, if fully implemented as planned, of a proposed program that has not yet enrolled students appear to demonstrate the program鈥檚 ability to meet the ARC-PA Standards or when a program holding Accreditation-Provisional status appears to demonstrate continued progress in complying with the Standards as it prepares for the graduation of the first class (cohort) of students. Accreditation-Provisional does not ensure any subsequent accreditation status. It is limited to no more than five years from matriculation of the first class. The program鈥檚 accreditation history can be viewed .
