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School Selection Latest Article

Stop Choosing PA Programs by Name Alone

Oct 30, 2026 · Beverly Garrison, PA-C

The best-known program isn't necessarily the best one for you. How to compare curriculum, clinical rotations, student support, mission fit, and cost — and build a program list where you can actually thrive.

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Clinical Hours
Oct 23, 2026 · Beverly Garrison, PA-C

PCE vs. HCE for PA School: Why the Requirements Are Not One-Size-Fits-All

One program wants 500 hours, another 2,000, and a role that counts at one school may not count at the next — a program-by-program guide.

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Admissions
Oct 13, 2026 · Beverly Garrison, PA-C

What PA School Admissions Committees Look for in an Applicant

Move beyond checking boxes and start building evidence of readiness — academically, clinically, and professionally.

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