A rapid, succinct review of the essential material covered on the National Certifying Examination for Physician Assistants (NCCPA)–in a convenient outline format. Material is organized into the NCCPA’s 18 subject areas, which are subdivided into the various disease processes following the ICD-9 classification codes. An advice- and tip-filled “Careers” section addresses the next phase in a PA’s life after school and certification.