You can prepare for this program by taking courses in high school that prepare you for college. This typically includes four years of English, three years of math, three years of social studies, and two years of science. Some colleges also require two years of a second language.

In addition, admission to bachelor's programs in physician assisting usually first requires the completion of some college courses first. These courses typically include the following:

• General Biology with labs
• Calculus
• General Chemistry with labs
• English
• Microbiology with labs
• Organic Chemistry with labs
• General Physics with labs
• Psychology
• Social Sciences
• Statistics

Below is a list of high school courses that will help prepare you for this program of study:

• General Computer Applications
• Leadership
• Community Service
• Health Education
• Community Health
• Emergency Medical Technology
• Healthcare Sciences Work Experience
• Advanced Biology courses
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Advanced Chemistry courses
• Latin or Greek
• Psychology