RIA: Unlocking the Gates for Black Men in PA Training
Saturday, May 17, 2025
9:45 AM – 10:15 AM
CE: .5 AAPA Category 1 CME
Research in Action (RIA): 25-minute research presentation, eligible for CME
CASPA data from 2013 to 2021 show Black men remain nearly absent from PA programs, averaging 2.2% of applicants and 1.2% of matriculants despite representing 8.7% of the U.S. population. Intended for educators, admissions teams, and diversity advocates, this session will present data-driven trends, identify deficits compared to equitable standards, and propose targeted interventions to increase Black male representation, fostering a more diverse and inclusive healthcare workforce.
Authors: Lucy W. Kibe, DrPH, PA-C Katrina W. Schrode Samuel W. Paik Dominique Frias-Sarmiento
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants should be able to:
Describe trends in Black male applicants and matriculants in PA programs and compare this to age-specific U.S. Census data
Identify barriers contributing to underrepresentation of Black men in PA programs, and propose targeted strategies to promote equitable admissions practices
