Excellence in care, commitment to community.

The Elon University Charlotte PA Program is a 24-month curriculum designed to integrate medical knowledge, clinical reasoning, and professional skill development. We prepare students to be compassionate physician assistant leaders who are committed to health equity and engaged in community. Graduates are equipped to work in one of the most in-demand professions in the nation.

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Overview

Skilled Clinicians for Every Community

Elon’s Charlotte PA is a 24-month, full-time program that prepares graduates to think critically and act skillfully to meet expanding health care needs in the Charlotte community and beyond and is accredited through The Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).

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Goals, Competencies and Policies

Inclusive Excellence, Compassionate Leaders

Graduates of the Elon University Charlotte Physician Assistant Program are prepared to thrive in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. Guided by a mission of clinical and inclusive excellence, students engage in an active, evidence-based curriculum that builds medical knowledge, clinical reasoning, and compassionate care. They emerge as collaborative leaders equipped to deliver equitable, culturally responsive care, advocate for patients and the profession, and meet the diverse health needs of the Charlotte community and beyond.

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Faculty and Staff

Caring Mentors and Passionate Advocates

The faculty and staff of the Elon University Charlotte PA Program bring diverse backgrounds and experiences that enrich the learning environment. As dedicated mentors, we are committed to guiding students throughout their training and into their professional careers. With a strong commitment to advocacy and leadership, we strive to create a supportive and caring environment where students can grow and prepare for meaningful roles in health care.

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Facilities

Shaping Future PAs in Charlotte's Vibrant South End

The Elon University Charlotte Physician Assistant Program is housed in a state-of-the-art facility in Charlotte’s vibrant South End. With modern classrooms, simulation labs, and collaborative spaces, students learn in an innovative environment closely connected to the city’s dynamic health care community.