need help with school programs info!

Nitecap · Feb 24, 2006

Hi. I am from CA and I currently have a BS Biological Sciences and I am interested in becoming a CRNA.
I am now trying to pursue a BSN by applying to accelerated programs so that I can apply to grad school.
But i heard there are some schools that actually dont even need a BSN, just a BS.
Is this true?
If not, does anyone know of any schools that have an accelerated BSN and a program that specializes in anesthetics? or would I have to go to two different schools? (considering that I have no preference whether or not its in CA or out of state)
pls help.
thanks!

Some schools do allow this though you still have to be a RN so you would have to go the ADN route. Still believe that the BSN route would be smarter and give you way more options as far as programs to apply to. If you enter the accelerated program wouldnt take you that much longer than it would to get you ADN really. The BSN route would be the safest and more attractive route and give you more options as far as schools to consider though it would take a little longer.

Summitk2 · Feb 28, 2006

Here's a link to a similar topic that came up before about combined BSN/CRNA programs...

UCDSICURN · Mar 1, 2006

Another option would be to go for your RN/MSN route for those with non-nursing bachelors degrees, then you could jump into a post-masters program for the anesthesia part. You can actually get your RN prior to finishing your MSN and start working. Sam Merritt College in Oakland has this program. Check them out if that interests you at all.

Financially speaking, in California, the ADN would be pocket change compared to the BSN or MSN. More food for thought.