{"id":708,"date":"2021-10-04T01:59:00","date_gmt":"2021-10-04T01:59:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/?p=708"},"modified":"2026-05-29T10:52:28","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T18:52:28","slug":"how-to-study-for-the-pance-exam-tips-from-an-experienced-pa-c","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-study-for-the-pance-exam-tips-from-an-experienced-pa-c","title":{"rendered":"How to Study for the PANCE Exam: Tips from an Experienced PA-C"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">In This Article<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-study-for-the-pance-exam-tips-from-an-experienced-pa-c\/#Quick_Recap_What_is_the_PANCE_exam\" >Quick Recap: What is the PANCE exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-study-for-the-pance-exam-tips-from-an-experienced-pa-c\/#7_PANCE_Study_Strategies_How_to_Best_Prepare_and_Pass\" >7 PANCE Study Strategies: How to Best Prepare (and Pass!)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-study-for-the-pance-exam-tips-from-an-experienced-pa-c\/#1_Set_a_Timeline_That_Works_for_You\" >1. Set a Timeline That Works for You<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-study-for-the-pance-exam-tips-from-an-experienced-pa-c\/#2_Focus_Your_Time_on_the_Content_Blueprint\" >2. Focus Your Time on the Content Blueprint<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-study-for-the-pance-exam-tips-from-an-experienced-pa-c\/#3_Do_As_Many_Practice_Exam_Questions_as_Possible\" >3. Do As Many Practice Exam Questions as Possible<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-study-for-the-pance-exam-tips-from-an-experienced-pa-c\/#4_Use_Time_Blocking_as_a_Study_Strategy\" >4. Use Time Blocking as a Study Strategy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-study-for-the-pance-exam-tips-from-an-experienced-pa-c\/#5_Use_Learning_Tools_to_Your_Advantage\" >5. Use Learning Tools to Your Advantage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-study-for-the-pance-exam-tips-from-an-experienced-pa-c\/#6_Dont_Compare_Your_Learning_to_Others\" >6. Don\u2019t Compare Your Learning to Others<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-study-for-the-pance-exam-tips-from-an-experienced-pa-c\/#7_Prepare_for_the_PANCE_with_Osmosis\" >7. Prepare for the PANCE with Osmosis<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Passing the PANCE\u00ae exam: It\u2019s the last milestone to reach in becoming a full-fledged physician assistant. Pretty exciting, right? But also nerve-wracking, as this transition from student to certified PA is a hurdle of questions: What is the best way to study? How long should you practice? And how do you prepare for the PANCE exam to pass with flying colors?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To help you prepare, we&#8217;re excited to have&nbsp;<strong>Michele Neskey, PA-C<\/strong>, <a href=\"https:\/\/micheleneskey.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Posh PA<\/a>&nbsp;in our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=WJX1NOUexJw&amp;ab_channel=Osmosis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PANCE preparation webinar<\/a>, where she shares effective study strategies, dos and don\u2019ts, and a few practical learning tools for you to succeed on this important exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As an experienced Physician Assistant who graduated from the Yale PA Program and&nbsp;<strong>got recertified twice<\/strong>, Michele has all the inside scoop you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this guide, find out&nbsp;<strong>what\u2019s included in the exam, study tactics, and how to best prepare using effective learning tools for PANCE<\/strong>&nbsp;(and other certifications for your PA career)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Quick-Recap\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Recap_What_is_the_PANCE_exam\"><\/span>Quick Recap: What is the PANCE exam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you graduate from&nbsp;<strong>an accredited physician assistant program<\/strong>, you can take the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE) to officially practice as a Physician Assistant (PA-C).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It covers two categories of knowledge: diseases\/disorders and tasks PAs perform<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is five hours long<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It has 300 multiple choice questions segmented in five 60-minute blocks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It costs $550<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It\u2019s best to book early and register 90 days prior to graduation date.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It has a min. score of 200, a max. score of 800, and the PANCE passing score is 350<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can learn all the essentials in this&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2020\/07\/29\/pance-review-essentials-the-osmosis-ultimate-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Complete Guide on PANCE<\/strong><\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"7-PANCE-Study-Strategies\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_PANCE_Study_Strategies_How_to_Best_Prepare_and_Pass\"><\/span>7 PANCE Study Strategies: How to Best Prepare (and Pass!)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"Set-a-Timeline\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Set_a_Timeline_That_Works_for_You\"><\/span>1. Set a Timeline That Works for You<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This depends on what type of learner you are but also on your personal timeline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s essential not to wait months and months after you graduate to take the exam. As Michele advises: \u201cThat information when you graduate PA school is as fresh as it&#8217;s going to be.&nbsp;<strong>So establish a timeline that works for you<\/strong>\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some aspiring PAs start to prepare for the PANCE exam 30 or more weeks in advance; others, 8-10 weeks\u2014it just depends on your learning style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"1024\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/image_ef0544.png?w=1024\" alt=\"PA student looking at a calendar, trying to come up with a studying timeline.\" class=\"wp-image-710\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/image_ef0544.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/image_ef0544.png?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/image_ef0544.png?resize=300,300 300w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/image_ef0544.png?resize=768,768 768w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/image_ef0544.png?resize=1024,1024 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"Focus-Your-Time\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Focus_Your_Time_on_the_Content_Blueprint\"><\/span>2. Focus Your Time on the Content Blueprint<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Medical content categories with the highest percentage are&nbsp;<strong>the cardiovascular system<\/strong>&nbsp;(13%) followed by&nbsp;<strong>the pulmonary system<\/strong>&nbsp;(10%). Other categories, like hematology, take only 5%, which means there are going to be way fewer questions on them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, if cardiology is not your strong suit, you should spend most of your time on that area. As Michele advises: \u201cFocus on the bigger components of the exam, [like] cardiopulmonary, [&#8230;] gastrointestinal and nutrition, and then [&#8230;] move on to women and men\u2019s health.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also, determine your strengths and weaknesses. What modules were easier for you in PA school than others? What topics did you struggle with? Focus on the ones you struggled with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>There&#8217;s also task categories.&nbsp;<\/strong>Medical content comprises 95% of the exam, and questions are coded to the task areas. History taking and physical examination, using diagnostic and laboratory studies, and formulating the most likely diagnosis will have many questions on them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One good idea is to&nbsp;<strong>take a pretest<\/strong>&nbsp;without opening a study book or preparing beforehand to see where you are. See the areas you really did well on, and see what areas you didn&#8217;t do so well on\u2014then you can modify your study tactics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Overwhelmed by PA lectures and textbooks? Learn and retain faster with fun, short, easy-to-digest animated videos. Join&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/plans\/pa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Osmosis<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;today\u2014also on iOS and Android.<em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/plans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/plans\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/2024-09-02T200211.279.png\" alt=\"Osmosis ad\" class=\"wp-image-711\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/2024-09-02T200211.279.png 700w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/2024-09-02T200211.279.png?resize=300,107 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"Practice-Exam-Questions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Do_As_Many_Practice_Exam_Questions_as_Possible\"><\/span>3. Do As Many Practice Exam Questions as Possible<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The more you learn how to break down a question and narrow down your answer choice, the better you will become at test-taking and the better you will be at getting the right answer. And remember, there&#8217;s no penalty to guessing when practicing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most important thing that you should be doing to pass the exam is actually&nbsp;<strong>practicing taking the exam as closely as possible to the real deal<\/strong>. NCCPA has their own practice exams, so it\u2019s a great idea to get those as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can use&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/plans\/pa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Osmosis<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;as a resource, not just to practice PANCE exam questions, but also PANRE and any other future recertification. It helps reiterate what you&#8217;re reading, asks you questions, and really gives you that retention you&#8217;re looking for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"Use-Time-Blocking\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Use_Time_Blocking_as_a_Study_Strategy\"><\/span>4. Use Time Blocking as a Study Strategy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you start to prepare for your physician assistant certification exam, a great strategy that helps you get used to the real 5-hour exam is to use time blocking during your study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Set a timer for certain amounts of time, 30 to 45 minutes, to complete your intense studying, then take a break. You can repeat this cycle a couple of times (maybe four or five), and then take a longer break. This tends to help you retain more information and reduce your stress level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With Osmosis, you can test your knowledge with 16,000+ flashcards. Quiz yourself at optimal intervals for maximum retention.&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/plans\/pa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Choose your plan here<\/a>.<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/plans\/pa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/plans\/pa\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/71.png?w=700\" alt=\"Osmosis ad\" class=\"wp-image-489\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/71.png 700w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/71.png?resize=300,107 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"Use-Learning-Tools\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Use_Learning_Tools_to_Your_Advantage\"><\/span>5. Use Learning Tools to Your Advantage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The amount of resources that PA students have available right now to study for this exam is huge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As Michele shares: \u201cIf I would\u2019ve had Osmosis when I <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/plans\/pa\">studied for the PANCE<\/a>, I wouldn\u2019t have used anything else. They have\u00a0<strong>1,800 videos, notes with diagrams and tables, 16k premade flashcards, over 6,000 didactic case questions<\/strong>.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Other resources you might find helpful are Pance Prep Pearls (one of the best books for PA students), SmartyPANCE, and Hippo PA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using too many resources might be very stressful and confusing.&nbsp;<strong>Pick the one or two that fits best to your learning style.<\/strong>&nbsp;If you&#8217;re using Osmosis, you can also listen to the SmartyPANCE podcast. If you&#8217;re more of a book person and you&#8217;re using Pance Prep Pearls, you can supplement that with videos and things you see on Osmosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"1024\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/2024-09-02T200443.667.png?w=1024\" alt=\"7 PANCE Study Strategies 1. Set a timeline 2. Follow content blueprint 3. Practice exam questions 4. Time blocking 5. Learning tools 6. Don't compare 7. Use Osmosis!\" class=\"wp-image-712\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/2024-09-02T200443.667.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/2024-09-02T200443.667.png?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/2024-09-02T200443.667.png?resize=300,300 300w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/2024-09-02T200443.667.png?resize=768,768 768w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/2024-09-02T200443.667.png?resize=1024,1024 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"dont-compare\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Dont_Compare_Your_Learning_to_Others\"><\/span>6. Don\u2019t Compare Your Learning to Others<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s probably not the study strategy you\u2019d expect to hear, but just as in life and in PA school, if you start comparing yourself to what everybody else is doing, you&#8217;re not going to focus on you and your learning process\u2014which is the most important thing. If you&#8217;re using one tool or timeline, and your friend is using different strategies, great! Just let that happen, and do what works best for you and your way to success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"prepare-with-osmosis\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Prepare_for_the_PANCE_with_Osmosis\"><\/span>7. Prepare for the PANCE with Osmosis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One strong suggestion from Michele, which she exemplifies in the webinar, is to use medical learning resources as a supplement to what you have received in class\u2014whether you\u2019re still in a didactic year or graduated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, if you had presentations and many notes, but you\u2019re struggling with concepts, you can go to the&nbsp;<strong>1,800 video library on Osmosis<\/strong>, which explains information in an interactive and fun way\u2014in addition to other powerful study tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also,&nbsp;<strong>Osmosis does have a Pance Prep section<\/strong>&nbsp;to cover any content-related weaknesses students may have. \u201cIf you&#8217;re a video person, then what I would do is [&#8230;] utilize the videos and [&#8230;] the flashcards for topics that are very hard for you.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Feel free to watch&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=WJX1NOUexJw&amp;ab_channel=Osmosis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the entire webinar with Michele Neskey on PANCE preparation<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;for more study strategies, dos and don\u2019ts, and examples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>Kickstart your study with the best learning experience &#8211;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/plans\/pa\"><strong>&nbsp;Try Osmosis for free<\/strong><\/a><strong>!&nbsp;<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/plans\/pa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"701\" height=\"251\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/2024-09-02T200518.229.png\" alt=\"Osmosis sign up ad\" class=\"wp-image-713\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/2024-09-02T200518.229.png 701w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/2024-09-02T200518.229.png?resize=300,107 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 701px) 100vw, 701px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>PANCE\u00ae and PANRE\u00ae are registered trademarks of the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA\u00ae). 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