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RIA: Unlocking the Gates for Black Men in PA Training

Saturday, May 17, 2025
9:45 AM – 10:15 AM  
Location: Colorado Convention Center, Room 505
CE: .5 AAPA Category 1 CME
Capturing for On Demand

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