Entry Level Events
Upcoming Commission Meetings, Conferences, & Workshops
Commission Meetings
Workshops & Seminars
Institutional Officials & ARC-PA Accreditation Online Seminar
September 3, 2026
This virtual seminar is designed specifically for institutional officials responsible for overseeing PA programs. The seminar provides an orientation to the Standards and addresses the importance of institutional support for the program’s success. It will address the specific challenges faced by institutional officials, provide an opportunity to hear from a former dean of an accredited PA program, and give participants the opportunity to ask questions.
Dates and Times:
September 3, 2026 from 10am-3pm (ET)
Location:
This seminar will be held virtually via Zoom. Connection information will be sent to registered participants.
Registration:
Use the link below to register:
https://reg.eventmobi.com/institutionalofficialsFall2026
Registration will close on August 7, 2026.
Fees:
The registration fee for this seminar is $1,000 per person. The fee includes all meeting materials.
Registration fees must be received by August 14, 2026.
Meeting Materials:
Information, including connection instructions and access to materials, will be emailed to all registered attendees prior to the meeting.
Regional Conferences
ARC-PA Conferences
ARC-PA Annual Conference: Minneapolis, MN – July 7-11, 2026
Join us at the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis for an engaging and forward-thinking conference designed to illuminate what excellence looks like in PA education today. This event brings together program leaders, faculty, administrators, and accreditation professionals for meaningful learning, practical insight, and valuable connection.
Conference sessions will focus on practical implementation strategies under the 6th Edition Standards, along with deeper exploration of the key quality indicators consistently demonstrated by strong, successful programs. Attendees will gain actionable tools, leadership strategies, and real-world perspectives that can be immediately applied within their own institutions.
Presentations will be led by ARC-PA Accreditation Directors, ARC-PA Commissioners, and experienced PA educators, offering attendees direct insight into accreditation expectations, review processes, and emerging trends in program quality.
CME Credits
The ARC-PA plans to apply for 28 Category I CME credits from the AAPA Review Panel. The total number of approved credits is yet to be determined.
👉 Information & Registration Link:
https://reg.eventmobi.com/arcpa-conference-2026
👉 Early Bird Registration Ends April 17th
👉 Registration Closes May 29th
ARC-PA Office Hours
Join us for a monthly interactive Q&A session designed to support your understanding of accreditation matters related to your role in PA education. These sessions offer a chance to connect directly with ARC-PA experts, clarify any questions, and discuss insights gained from the video presentation. Whether you’re seeking deeper explanations on specific topics, practical tips for applying the content, or simply a collaborative space to engage with fellow participants, these sessions are here to help.
August-December 2026 Monthly Office Hours
1pm-3pm Eastern Time on the following dates:
August 13th
September 14th
October 16th
November 16th
December 11th
Join Zoom Office Hours Meeting
https://arc-pa-org.zoom.us/j/84440867792?pwd=nuar6pATlNFrauCNRYN2VpvwxBWZcd.1
Meeting ID: 844 4086 7792
Passcode: 15975
Cancellation policy for ARC-PA sponsored events
- Registrants who are unable to attend an event for any reason may substitute, by arrangement with ARC-PA, someone else from the same institution with no additional expense, if the substitution is at least 3 days before the event.
- If a registrant is unable to attend an event and a substitution is not an option, the following refund arrangements will apply:
a.Registrations cancelled 30 days or more before the event will be refunded 100%.
b.Registrations cancelled 15 to 29 days before the event will be refunded 75%.
c.Registrations cancelled less than 15 days before the event will be refunded 50%. - Refunds will be issued within 2 weeks after the event.
