Re: BS in other field, how to fastest become a CRNA?
An accelerated BSN would be the fastest, but that's if your prior degree meets all the pre-req's for the Accelerated program. An accelerated BSN is a 12 month program designed for people with prior BS degrees, and is very intensive. If you have a science degree with good grades it's a good option. Many CRNA students have gone this route.
Another option would be to get an Associate Degree RN, many nurse anesthesia programs will accept BS degrees other than the BSN. They take a little longer, but are often less expensive.
Once you pass boards, are an RN, get 2 years experience in a busy ICU. Then you can see if you like the intensity of the ICU and want to go on the a nurse anestheia program. By NP do you mean Nurse Practitioner? That's another type of Advanced Practice Nurse, also requireing a graduate degree after a BSN.
Good-Luck
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