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Is 55 too old to graduate from CRNA school? Does anyone have a cost/benefit analysis as to whether this route is a good option financially? Of course the love of being a CRNA is first and foremost the most important consideration.

Does anybody know how much mal practice insurance will cost? Thanks,

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I'm in my forties and at least for me the cost benefit ratio leans towards going to CRNA school. At least for me a good part of the equation is job happiness. I'm more or less planning on working until age 70 (if not beyond if I had a teaching position). At least for me working in the ICU another 25+ years fills me with dread for a variety of reasons. At least for me the finances seem to be a wash. The 2.5 years without a job while in CRNA school will be balanced out be the slightly higher CRNA paycheck.

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Thank you so much, I agree! I don't plan to retire unless any health issues get in the way and I do also plan to teach latter on! Thank you for your encouragement!

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