University of the Cumberlands offers a variety of graduate programs and online graduate programs.

• Master of Physician Assistant Studies

The Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) program at University of the Cumberlands is an accredited and recognized physician assistant program that prepares you for one of the fastest growing fields in health care.

Physician assistant studies graduates gain the knowledge, skills and credentials needed to sit for the PANCE Exam and enter into a rewarding future as a physician’s assistant. PA jobs are abundant throughout the United States in private practices, clinics, hospitals, and other health care institutions. As a key member of a health care delivery team, a PA improves access to quality medical care for all.

PAs are health professionals licensed to practice medicine with physician supervision. They perform a comprehensive range of medical duties, from basic primary care to high-technology specialty procedures. PAs have become vital to every medical and surgical practice, helping make sure office patients get seen in a timely fashion, acting as assistants in major surgery, providing pre- and postoperative care.

The University of the Cumberlands' Master of Physician Assistant Studies program in Kentucky prepares you to join the more than 68,000 practicing PAs in the United States with the practical experience, high quality learning and flexibility you need to succeed.

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