Hey everybody,

I have been looking for information about the requirements for a PA program and found alot, so that I am now a little bit confused. Maybe somebody could answer some of my questions. I'd really appreciate that.

First, I read that a some PA programs require a minimum of 2 years of College and actual work in a healthcare environment. My question: is it possible to go to a Community College for the 2 years of College (> apply for the PA program with a Associates degree only and not with a Bachelor degree) and what do they mean exactly by working in a healthcare environment (working in a hospital on volunteer base? or does it have to be a profession like nurse for example?).

My next question, does anybody have experience with PA programs in hospitals? I would be glad to receive some information on that.

I'd really love to get into that profession, but it is kinda hard to find the right information on how to get started as fast as possible or which career-path is the best to do so.
I hope I can get some help here.

Thanks alot