Which organization accredits Physician Assistant programs?

• A. CCNE
• B. ARC-PA
• C. CPME
• D. CAAHEP

Answer: (B)

ARC-PA, the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, is the organization responsible for accrediting Physician Assistant programs in the United States. It is the official accreditor recognized by major higher education authorities, and it sets standards for curriculum, clinical training, faculty qualifications, facilities, and program outcomes. Programs go through a rigorous review and site visits to demonstrate they meet these standards, and accreditation helps ensure graduates are prepared to sit for the national certifying exam and pursue licensure. The other organizations listed focus on different fields: CCNE accredits nursing programs, CPME accredits podiatric medical education, and CAAHEP accredits various other allied health programs. So the best answer is ARC-PA because it is specific to PA education.