PA Leadership and Learning Academy
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PA Leadership and Learning Academy
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PA Leadership and Learning Academy
At its core, the PA Leadership and Learning Academy (PALLA) is about shaping the future of the PA profession in Maryland. Housed within the University of Maryland School of Graduate Studies, this statewide initiative goes beyond traditional training — empowering current and future PA educators to lead, innovate, and drive meaningful change in education, research, policy, and ultimately, better access to health care across Maryland and beyond.
The PA Leadership and Learning Academy (PALLA) supports workforce development and PA education across the state of Maryland.
The academy is centrally located at the University of Maryland, Baltimore. We aim to develop a physician assistant workforce and faculty capacity in Maryland to educate the next generation of PA students while advancing physician assistant education, research, and policy. PALLA’s vision is to create an inclusive learning community dedicated to excellence in education.
PALLA is leveraging virtual and face-to-face teaching to accomplish its goals through faculty and preceptor fellowships, professional development seminars, and in-person events. We address topics such as leadership, simulation, educational best practices, and creating longitudinal models to educate and evaluate PA students.
Our Foundation: Leadership, Learning, and Community
PALLA is built on three core pillars — Leadership, Learning, and Community — that guide our mission to strengthen PA education across Maryland. We develop forward-thinking leaders, deliver high-impact educational experiences, and foster a connected community of collaborators committed to advancing the PA profession.
Advance Your PA Career
Check out our job board for opportunities around the state of Maryland to help train the next generation of PAs.
PA Job Board
PALLA Events
Upcoming PALLA events address timely issues impacting current PA students, alumni, faculty, and others, offering opportunities to engage with peers, explore emerging trends, and gain valuable skills. Many sessions include specialized trainings designed to enhance professional growth and advance career development.
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Contact
PA Leadership and Learning Academy (PALLA)
520 W. Fayette St.
Maryland Bar Center | 1st Floor
Baltimore, MD 21201
410-706-2405
palla@umaryland.edu
University of Maryland Baltimore
The University of Maryland, Baltimore is the founding campus of the University System of Maryland.
620 W. Lexington St., Baltimore, MD
21201 |
410-706-3100
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The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the
Title IX Coordinator
. Read the
UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination
.
©
2025-2026 University of Maryland, Baltimore. All rights reserved.
Skip To Main Content
PA Leadership and Learning Academy
At its core, the PA Leadership and Learning Academy (PALLA) is about shaping the future of the PA profession in Maryland. Housed within the University of Maryland School of Graduate Studies, this statewide initiative goes beyond traditional training — empowering current and future PA educators to lead, innovate, and drive meaningful change in education, research, policy, and ultimately, better access to health care across Maryland and beyond.
The PA Leadership and Learning Academy (PALLA) supports workforce development and PA education across the state of Maryland.
The academy is centrally located at the University of Maryland, Baltimore. We aim to develop a physician assistant workforce and faculty capacity in Maryland to educate the next generation of PA students while advancing physician assistant education, research, and policy. PALLA’s vision is to create an inclusive learning community dedicated to excellence in education.
PALLA is leveraging virtual and face-to-face teaching to accomplish its goals through faculty and preceptor fellowships, professional development seminars, and in-person events. We address topics such as leadership, simulation, educational best practices, and creating longitudinal models to educate and evaluate PA students.
Our Foundation: Leadership, Learning, and Community
PALLA is built on three core pillars — Leadership, Learning, and Community — that guide our mission to strengthen PA education across Maryland. We develop forward-thinking leaders, deliver high-impact educational experiences, and foster a connected community of collaborators committed to advancing the PA profession.
Advance Your PA Career
Check out our job board for opportunities around the state of Maryland to help train the next generation of PAs.
PA Job Board
PALLA Events
Upcoming PALLA events address timely issues impacting current PA students, alumni, faculty, and others, offering opportunities to engage with peers, explore emerging trends, and gain valuable skills. Many sessions include specialized trainings designed to enhance professional growth and advance career development.
View All Events
Contact
PA Leadership and Learning Academy (PALLA)
520 W. Fayette St.
Maryland Bar Center | 1st Floor
Baltimore, MD 21201
410-706-2405
palla@umaryland.edu
University of Maryland Baltimore
The University of Maryland, Baltimore is the founding campus of the University System of Maryland.
620 W. Lexington St., Baltimore, MD
21201 |
410-706-3100
UMB on Facebook
UMB on X
UMB on Instagram
UMB on LinkedIn
UMB on YouTube
The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the
Title IX Coordinator
. Read the
UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination
.
©
2025-2026 University of Maryland, Baltimore. All rights reserved.