Originally Posted by maryj8718 
Hello,
I'm interested in maybe one day becoming a CRNA. Now, I haven't even completed RN or BSN for that matter yet, which is something I know I definitely need to focus on because I can't get anywhere else without that...I am going to a community college part time and work part time as well. I was wondering, if my application is being reviewed for CRNA and I have a high gpa yet have never been enrolled full time will that count against me? Maybe the reasoning may be that I have good grades but that's only because I took a few classes instead of a full course load... Also, I've had algebra 1, geometry, biology, and chemistry in highschool. I don't need anymore math for the two year RN but is there anymore math I should be taking in preparation for BSN or CRNA in the future?
Your BSN might require statistics. If not, some CRNA schools list it as a prerequisite, so you may need it then. I think most CRNA programs have statistics as part of their program (especially if it's an MSN) if you somehow avoid it till then.
Regarding part-time vs full-time: I imagine your application to CRNA school will look OK with better grades, but they may notice that there are only a few credits per term. I'm not sure if schools will turn you down on this by itself. But I would be sure to have excellent grades in this case (3.5 minimum). This might come up in your interview, however, and you would need to somehow show that you have the potential for handling a very heavy academic load and succeed. I would suggest at least doing your "two year RN" program full-time. Many students do this and work part-time while still making good grades.
Good luck!
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