Programs preparing individuals to practice medicine under physician supervision, including diagnosis and treatment.
How resistant the typical career paths are to automation by AI and robotics, based on O*NET task analysis.
Projected employment growth from the Bureau of Labor Statistics 10-year occupational outlook.
Median salary potential relative to the national median, indicating economic stability.
Number of distinct career paths available to graduates, providing economic optionality.
Ability to leverage AI as a productivity tool rather than being displaced by it.
These are the primary occupations linked to a Physician Assistant Studies degree via the NCES CIP-SOC crosswalk, with O*NET and BLS data for each.
| Occupation | Automation Risk | Job Growth | Median Salary | AI Exposure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Physician Assistants SOC 29-1071 | 1.4% | +27% | $126,010 | Low |
