Physician Associate/Assistant

Physician Associate/Assistant is a bachelor's-level program offered at the University of Bridgeport, a private nonprofit institution in Bridgeport, CT. Under CIP code 51.0912, this program is situated within the health professions field and provides academic preparation for students pursuing careers as physician assistants, covering medical science, clinical reasoning, and patient care fundamentals.

The University of Bridgeport also offers related programs including Nursing Administration and Engineering/Industrial Management at the bachelor's level, as well as Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse and Computer Engineering Technology/Technician at the associate level. Students in this program can expect a curriculum that builds toward advanced clinical roles, though further graduate-level education is typically required for full PA practice credentials depending on state and program requirements.