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Peer reviewedCarter, Reginald; And Others – Journal of Medical Education, 1984
A survey of 46 physician's assistant programs shows most are two years long and offer bachelors degrees. Typical students are 28 years old, have three to four years of college, and have one to two years of health care experience. Over half are women, and veterans comprise a declining percentage. (MSE)
Descriptors: Age, Educational Background, Enrollment Trends, Females
