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Dollars and Sense: Improving PA Financial Literacy

Saturday, May 17, 2025
10:00 AM – 10:50 AM  



PA students need to improve their financial literacy to more effectively handle their own finances within a demanding career. Enhanced financial knowledge can help them budget effectively, plan for retirement, and make informed decisions about investments and debt management. This interactive session will educate PA students on the basics of personal finance as a tool to reduce financial stress, improve financial security, and allow them to focus more on their professional responsibilities and patient care.

Learning Objectives:

At the conclusion of this session, participants should be able to:
  • Describe emerging trends of burnout among PAs and the related consequences to patient care.
  • Recognize the need for PAs to improve financial literacy.
  • Discuss the foundation for building good financial habits.
  • Develop strategies to set specific financial goals.
  • Identify reputable resources for continuing financial education.