PANCE Blueprint Breakdown Video Series

By: Savanna Perry, PA-C

TL;DR

The PANCE Blueprint Breakdown is a YouTube video series that walks PA students through the PANCE and how to study for it. Jamie Murawski, a PA student at Detroit Mercy, created it while preparing for her own boards. The first video covers general PANCE info, how to navigate the NCCPA website, and where to find a sample study schedule.

Last Updated: June 12, 2026

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What is the PANCE Blueprint Breakdown series?

The PANCE Blueprint Breakdown is a video series built to help PA students get organized for the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE). It's hosted by Jamie Murawski, a PA student at Detroit Mercy, who put it together while studying for her own boards. Because she's going through the process in real time, the series feels practical and relatable rather than abstract.

The goal is simple: break the PANCE down into manageable pieces so you can build a study plan instead of feeling buried by the sheer amount of material.

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What does the first video cover?

The introductory video gives you a general overview of the PANCE and what the rest of the series will tackle. It covers the basics of the exam, how to navigate the NCCPA's website, and where to find a sample study schedule to model your own prep after.

Knowing your way around the NCCPA site matters more than people expect, since that's where you'll find the official blueprint, register for the exam, and eventually track your certification. Starting there helps you study from the source instead of secondhand notes.

In Our Experience

We love sharing student-created resources because they meet you where you are. Jamie made this series while in the thick of board prep herself, so it captures the questions you actually have as you stare down the PANCE for the first time.

Every Pre-PA Should Know...

The NCCPA publishes the official PANCE content blueprint by organ system and task area, so always build your study plan off the real blueprint rather than a summary. [VERIFY]

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Need to Know:

The PANCE is the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam, administered by the NCCPA [VERIFY]
The Blueprint Breakdown is a free YouTube video series for PA students
It's hosted by Jamie Murawski, a PA student at Detroit Mercy
The intro video covers PANCE basics and NCCPA website navigation
It points you to a sample study schedule to model your own
Build your study plan off the official NCCPA blueprint

FAQ

What is the PANCE?

The PANCE is the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam, the test you must pass to become a certified PA-C. It's administered by the NCCPA. [VERIFY]

Who created the Blueprint Breakdown series?

Jamie Murawski, a PA student at Detroit Mercy, created the series while preparing for her own PANCE.

What does the first video teach?

It gives a general PANCE overview, shows how to navigate the NCCPA website, and points you to a sample study schedule.

Where can I find the official PANCE blueprint?

The NCCPA publishes the content blueprint on its website, organized by organ system and task area. [VERIFY]

Is the video series free?

Yes, the Blueprint Breakdown series is available for free on YouTube.

CLOSING

If you're starting to think about boards, the PANCE Blueprint Breakdown is a friendly place to begin. Watch the intro, get familiar with the NCCPA site, and start shaping a study plan that fits your timeline. Explore our other clinical-year resources when you're ready to go deeper.

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PANCE Blueprint Breakdown Video Series