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EDU-Education

PA Postgrad Showdown: Benefits, Costs, and Career Impacts

Sunday, May 18, 2025
5:15 PM – 5:45 PM  
Location: Colorado Convention Center, Room 501
CE: .50 AAPA Category 1 CME
Capturing for On Demand

Pull up a seat as two seasoned PA educators face off in an engaging debate on the pros and cons of postgraduate training programs for PAs. Topics on the table include professional development, financial considerations, and logistics. Whether you are a PA student considering postgraduate training, a PA educator wondering how to advise your learners, or just a curious clinician, this lively session will equip you with insights to make informed career choices.

Learning Objectives:

At the conclusion of this session, participants should be able to:
  • Describe the current state of postgraduate PA training programs
  • Compare and contrast the educational and professional development potential for PAs who complete postgraduate training versus those who do not
  • Explore the financial impacts of completing PA postgraduate training
  • Analyze differences in employment opportunities for PAs who complete postgraduate training versus those who do not