Advancing Disability Access in PA Education

In this episode, host Emma Sellers, MS, welcomes Jamie Axelrod, MS, director of disability resources at Northern Arizona University, to discuss disability access and accommodations in PA education. Jamie explains how programs can create accessible learning environments while meeting essential educational and clinical requirements, highlighting common accommodations in the classroom and the individualized approach needed for clinical experiences. He also discusses legal considerations, admissions best practices, partnerships with clinical sites, and the importance of proactive, collaborative strategies that support students with disabilities while maintaining academic and professional standards.

This episode is sponsored by Aquifer.

The PA Path Podcast is produced by Association Briefings.

The purpose of this podcast is to provide news and information on the PA profession and is for informational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official position or policy of the University of Arizona.