The Ultimate Guide to Getting Into Physician Assistant School, Third Edition

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The Ultimate Guide to Getting Into Physician Assistant School, the best resource for anyone considering a career as a PA, has been fully revised to reflect the present application process. Written by an established author with lots of practical tips, this book will give applicants the edge in a very competitive environment.

About the Book

The demand for Physician Assistants has grown dramatically in the past 10 years, with a related increase in the number of applicants to PA schools. The application process has gotten increasingly competitive, with tens of thousands of applicants being turned down every year. This revision, which continues to do well in its present edition, despite being out-of-date, will give applicants the advantage they need to stand above the rest. One of the highlights of the book is the chapter on writing the essay, which is one of the most important aspects of the application process. It provides many examples of quality essays that were used by successful applicants, with tips on avoiding common problems. There is also advice on the re-application process, which is important in such a competitive field.

The Ultimate Guide to Getting Into Physician Assistant School, 3/e is a completely up-to-date, precise blueprint that addresses every step of the application process, including what schools look for in an applicant, financial aid, Internet resources, and information on PA programs. It contains information on the Central Application Service for Physician Assistants(CASPA), the online application service that is used by most schools.

Features

-Contains useful tips and up-to-date information on the Centralized Application Service for Physician Assistants (CASPA), which is used by most schools

-Successful strategies for that all-important interview, including 60 of the toughest questions, with winning answers

-Writing a quality essay, including sample essays that worked

-Tips for developing and following a realistic budget while in school, including advice and contacts on financial aid

-Selecting the right PA program for you

-Includes a complete list of PA programs with application deadlines and estimated costs

-Practical, user-friendly, and topical, this guide will walk applicants through the application process, giving them a strategic advantage over the others in this very competitive endeavor.

Market/Audience

The estimated 50,000 applicants vying for 5,000 spots in Physician Assistant programs every year. There are presently 142 programs in the US, which is approximately double the number 10 years ago. In 2006 CNN and Forbes ranked this field as the fastest growing profession in the US, and the fifth best career. There are about 80,000 PAs eligible to practice domestically. A 50% percent growth rate is expected through 2016.

Reviews

"My daughter has had her first interview and said the book was extremely helpful in preparing her for the interview."Excellent resource!, August 19, 2008 By J. Hupp

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