Mental health has become a major focus in today’s healthcare system. From anxiety and depression to more complex psychiatric ...

Demand for both roles is growing rapidly. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of physician associates – formerly known as physician assistants – is projected to increase 20% ...

The Consortium for Advanced Practice Providers has earned approval from the Education Department to accredit postgraduate physician associate and joint nurse practitioner/PA training programs. The ...

Completing an online nurse practitioner program puts current registered nurses (RNs) on track to a higher-paying career. Nurse practitioners (NPs) are advanced practice nurses who focus their careers ...

Sarah, a graduating college student, knew she wanted to pursue a career in healthcare and was weighing the options between becoming a physician associate/assistant (PA) and a nurse practitioner (NP).

Fresh analysis shows that while nurse practitioners are in high demand nationally, job growth varies sharply by specialty, setting, and region. Rural and underserved areas remain 'hot' markets, while ...