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- Physician Assistant Application and Instructions
- NCCPA Verification Form
- License Verification Form
- Training Program Verification Form
- Supervision Data Form
- Application for Licensure as a Prescribing Physician Assistant
- Request Change to Prescribing Assistant License
- Request Extension of Temporary Physician Assistant Licensure
- Temp. Application for Military Spouses
Application and License Requirements for Physician Assistants
Applications and fees for licensure as a Physician Assistant should be mailed to: |
Department of Health |
The Federation of State Medical Boards provides primary source verification of Physician Assistant's credentials, which is acceptable by the Florida Board of Medicine. For information on how to establish a permanent lifetime portfolio of primary source verification call the Federation Credentials Verification Service at (888) 275-3287 or visit their web site at www.fsmb.org
The title "Physician Trained Assistant" is not recognized in the State of Florida.
Upon completion, applications are approved and licenses are immediately issued by the Board staff and then ratified by the Council on Physician Assistants at the next scheduled meeting.
Applicants requiring a personal appearance with the Council will be on hold for a license determination until after the Council meeting.
Exam: Submit proof of a passing score on the proficiency examination of the NCCPA direct from the source. Applicants who have not actively practiced as a physician assistant within the immediately preceding four years and who do not hold a current certificate issued by the NCCPA must retake and successfully complete the entry-level examination of the NCCPA. If you did not pass the NCCPA PANCE examination within 5 attempts and have not practiced as a fully licensed physician assistant, an approved review course will be required prior to licensure. See rule 64B8-30.003(2), Florida Administrative Code.
Continuing Education: Click here for information regarding continuing education requirements for initial licensure. It is also strongly recommended that you review all of the laws and rules regulating this profession.
| MISSION: | To protect and promote the health of all residents and visitors in the state through organized state |
| and community efforts, including cooperative agreements with counties. | |
| VISION: | A healthier future for the people of Florida. |
| PURPOSE: | To protect the public through health care licensure, enforcement and information. |
| FOCUS: | To be the nation's leader in quality health care regulation. |
| VALUES: | Integrity, Commitment, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Teamwork, & Empowerment. |
