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Exploring Entry-level Doctorate Programs in PA Education
All Things PA Education
32 minutes
1 month ago
Exploring Entry-level Doctorate Programs in PA Education
In this episode, Dr. Sara Fletcher, CEO of the PA Education Association, talks with David Asprey, PhD, PA-C, and Jennifer Snyder, PhD, PA-C, DFAAPA, co-chairs of PAEA’s Doctoral Education Commission, about the ongoing exploration of a potential entry-level doctorate for the PA profession. They revisit the origins of the Commission and walk through the extensive research, environmental scanning, and stakeholder engagement that have shaped its work so far. The conversation examines the potential advantages of a doctoral entry degree, the risks and concerns raised by various groups, and what a shift of this scale could mean for legislation, regulation, accreditation, and reimbursement. The guests also share valuable insights gathered from institutional accreditors and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Looking ahead, the Commission continues to gather data, deepen its dialogue with the profession, and refine its analysis—with plans to put forward formal recommendations by 2026.
This episode is sponsored by PA Excel. For more information, visit them online at paexcel.com.
All Things PA Education is produced by Association Briefings.