July 15, 2021
Physician Assistant
Welcome to the Florida State University School of Physician Assistant Practice.
On behalf of the Dean, faculty and staff of the FSU College of Medicine PA Program, I welcome you to our website. Our faculty of PAs, physicians and biomedical scientists are in the process of developing a world-class program that will assist you in your goal of becoming a practicing physician assistant.
Our 27-month, 7-semester, 111-credit-hour program was designed to prepare our graduates to practice medicine as part of the Physician-PA Team. Upon completion, our graduates will receive the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Practice degree.
The PA Program at FSU is extremely challenging with a strong emphasis on the biomedical sciences, simulation and procedural skills. Although challenging, you will find a welcoming environment and an unrivaled network of support provided by an interprofessional TEAM who are committed to your academic and professional success.
I want to extend my best wishes for your success in your goal of becoming a physician assistant. Please review our website, and email us if you have any questions, PA Information
Benjamin J. Smith, DMSc, PA-C, DFAAPA
Program Director and Associate Dean
School of Physician Assistant Practice
Graduate Spotlight: Karen Post
The College of Medicine's School of Physician Assistant Practice graduated its fifth class, 58 new PAs, on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023. This spotlight features Karen Post, the…
Graduate Spotlight: Michaela Manias
The College of Medicine's School of Physician Assistant Practice graduated its fifth class, 58 new PAs, on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023. This spotlight features Michaela Manias.
Graduate Spotlight: Priscilla Yost
The College of Medicine's School of Physician Assistant Practice graduated its fifth class, 58 new PAs, on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023. This spotlight features Priscilla Yost.
Graduate Spotlight: Molly B. Williams
The College of Medicine's School of Physician Assistant Practice graduated its fifth class, 58 new PAs, on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023. This spotlight features Molly B. Williams.
Graduate Spotlight: Coelithia Sosa
The College of Medicine's School of Physician Assistant Practice graduated its fifth class, 58 new PAs, on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023. As part of graduation coverage, eight…
Graduate Spotlight: Joseph "Joey" Schergen
The College of Medicine's School of Physician Assistant Practice graduated its fifth class, 58 new PAs, on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023. As part of graduation coverage, eight…
Graduate Spotlight: Hermaley Lubin
The College of Medicine's School of Physician Assistant Practice graduated its fifth class, 58 new PAs, on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023. As part of graduation coverage, eight…
Graduate Spotlight: Christina "Christy" Hofman
The College of Medicine's School of Physician Assistant Practice graduated its fifth class, 58 new PAs, on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023. As part of graduation coverage, eight…
PA Class of '24 taps into interprofessional training at College of Nursing
Fifty-nine students from the PA Class of 2024 recently visited the College of Nursing's Simulation Lab, where they received training in neonatal resuscitation and emergency…
Manias Receives Micah Jay Williams Memorial Scholarship
Michaela Manias (PA Class of 2023) is the recipient of the inaugural Micah Jay Williams Memorial Scholarship. The endowed scholarship from the Gulf Winds Cares Foundation…
Bergau, Brevard Heart Foundation Scholarship winner, leading in different field
Olivia Bergau, captain of Florida State's 2018 NCAA championship soccer team, was recently award a scholarship by the Brevard Heart Foundation. A member of the PA Class of…
PA program announces graduation award winners for Class of 2020
Four students were recognized for their achievements.
Student Perspectives: Year 1
The PA program welcomes the Class of 2024 to campus Aug. 22. We asked the inaugural class about their first year and what advice they have for the newcomers.
Zeichner elected FAPA’s Student Affairs Committee chair
First-year student Madeleine Zeichner was elected the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants' Student Affairs Committee chair.
Physician Assistants: Collaboration and Care
FSU School of Physician Assistant Practice to host National Library of Medicine traveling exhibition titled "Physician Assistants: Collaboration and Care."
The Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA) has granted Accreditation-Continued status to the Florida State University School of Physician Assistant Practice sponsored by Florida State University. Accreditation-Continued is an accreditation status granted when a currently accredited program is in compliance with the ARC-PA Standards
Accreditation remains in effect until the program closes or withdraws from the accreditation process or until accreditation is withdrawn for failure to comply with the Standards. The approximate date for the next validation review of the program by the ARC-PA will be September 2032. The review date is contingent upon continued compliance with the Accreditation Standards and ARC-PA policy.
The program’s accreditation history can be viewed on the ARC-PA website at ARC-PA Accreditation