Career Resources
Your Step-by-Step Guide for Starting a New Job
Use our checklist to be prepared to start practicing strong on day one.
Pre-Graduation Checklist
If you are a PA student who is nearing graduation, you have a lot to think about as you prepare to launch your PA career. Stay on top of all the major milestones and deadlines you have ahead of you with the following checklist.
New Graduate Checklist
Congratulations, Graduate! You are almost at the finish line. There are just a few more things to accomplish before you become a practicing PA. Stay on top of all the final milestones and deadlines with the following checklist.
AOP Guide
Explore a new career direction or specialty with this collection of AAPA and partner resources, salary data, and CME on various practice areas, including Administration, Cardiology, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Critical Care, Dermatology, Education, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, General Surgery, Hematology and Oncology, Hospital Medicine, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Orthopaedic Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Psychiatry, Telemedicine, and Urgent Care.
Resigning From Employment
Moving on from your current job? We’ve got the guidance – and the checklist – you need on how to transition gracefully, along with tips on what to handle before your final day.
Guide: Where Will You Take Your PA Career?
Starting out as a PA, you have many options available to you. You can head into a clinical or nonclinical role, and even consider independent contracting. Here’s a list of questions you can ask yourself to help determine where your interests lie.
Planning a Break From Clinical Practice
Thinking about taking a break from clinical practice? Here are some tips to make a clear reentry plan so you can resume practicing as quickly and seamlessly as possible.