Licensure and Certification

This page is in progress. Below is what it will cover.

After PA school, PAs must pass a national exam and be licensed in the state where they practice. This page will explain the steps.

What this page will cover

• The national certification exam and who administers it
• State licensure and how it differs from certification
• Keeping certification current: continuing education and recertification
• Moving between states
• Collaboration and supervision rules, which vary by state

Requirements and rules differ by state, school and employer, so always confirm details with the school or licensing board you plan to use.