Meanwhile, the average age at which non-retired Americans expect to retire has also increased over time, from 60 in 1995 to 66 this year. Furthermore, in 1995, more non-retired Americans expected to retire younger -- 15% expected to retire before age 55, compared with 4% in 2014.
Apply for an accredited physicianâs assistant program. Usually, such programs will last about two to three academic years. At the end, you will be awarded a masterâs degree. As of 2010, there were 154 such accredited PA programs in the United States.
Meet the right prerequisites for physician assistant programs. You will need to graduate from an accredited physician assistant school. However, most programs require that you've met certain educational and experience requirements first. Most physician assistant programs are very selective, and they require about two years of college coursework in specific areas.