Physician Assistant (PA)

ArkansasActive
Exam
Third-party exam
Education
Degree
Experience
Not reported
Background check
Required

A Physician Assistant is a medical practioner who provides health care services under the supervision of a physician. They examine patients and perform comprehensive physical examinations. They also compile patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examinations. Requirements: 1) Must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university, unless the applicant has other approved education. 2) Must successfully complete an accredited physician assistant or surgeon assistant program. 3) Must pass the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE). 4) Must be of good moral character. 5) Must be at least 21 years of age. 6) Must complete a criminal background check. 7) Must be mentally and physically able to engage safely in the role as a physician assistant. Examination Required. Application for license fee: $80.00, Licence renewal fee (annual): $50.00, Late renewal fee: $25.00

Requirements reported by the state

Licence type
Stand-alone license
Exam
Third-party exam required
Education
Degree required
Continuing education
Continuing education required
Certification
Certification required
Background check
Background check required
Military and veterans
A temporary license available to military and spouses until formal license approval

Issuing body

Department
Arkansas Department of Health
Board
Arkansas State Medical Board
Address
1401 West Capitol Ave., Suite 340 Little Rock, AR 72201
Last updated
June 28, 2024

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Source and verification

This record is Arkansas's report to the Analyst Resource Center, published by CareerOneStop (October 2024 export). Everything shown comes only from that report.

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