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Your National Community for Psychiatric PAs and PA Students

APAP is where psychiatric PAs and PA students connect, learn, and advocate for better mental health care.

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All PAs are Psych PAs

Every PA cares for patients with mental health needs. APAP gives you the education, community, and advocacy to feel more prepared and more supported in that work.

Member Benefits

Grow Your Psychiatric PA Skills with CME Made For You

Access psychiatry‑focused CME, on‑demand learning, and real‑world insights from PAs who practice in mental health every day. Learn at your pace, bring it back to your patients tomorrow.

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Why Psychiatric PAs and PA Students Choose APAP

All PAs care for patients with mental health needs, which is why we say All PAs are Psych PAs—but APAP is where those conversations and skills are brought to the forefront. By joining APAP, you connect with colleagues who understand the realities of psychiatric practice and can help you navigate complex clinical, systems, and career decisions.

Here, you will find psychiatry‑focused resources, mentorship, and advocacy that validate the mental health work you already do while empowering you to have an even greater impact.

Our Purpose

APAP Membership Options for Psychiatric PAs and Mental Health PAs

Membership is designed for every stage—from pre‑PA and PA student to experienced psychiatric PA or PA exploring a move into mental health.You can choose the level that fits your current role and adjust as your career evolves.

As a member, you can:

  • Access psychiatry‑focused CME and educational content
  • Connect with peers who understand psychiatric practice
  • Receive discounts on events and opportunities to get involved in leadership
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Education & CME

Psych CME You Can Actually Use in Clinic Tomorrow

APAP highlights Category 1 psychiatry CME, lectures, and resources curated specifically for PAs working in mental health. Topics focus on real‑world psychopharmacology, co‑occurring conditions, and care across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings.

You will find:

  • Live CME events and webinars
  • On‑demand CE activities you can watch anytime
  • Information on residencies, fellowships, and other advanced training paths
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Advocacy / Progress / Policies

Turning Your Daily Psych PA Experience Into Real Policy Change

Your everyday work gives you a clear view of gaps in mental health access and systems, and APAP helps turn that insight into actionYou do not need to be a policy expert; you just need a starting point and support.

Through APAP, you can:

  • Stay updated on key legislative and regulatory issues
  • Receive simple action steps when your voice is needed
  • See how psychiatric PAs are expanding roles in behavioral health nationwide
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