What steps do I take to become a CRNA?

[TennesseeNurseToB]

I'm seriously considering a career as a Nurse Anesthesia. However, I'm a little confused about the necessary steps I have to take before a CRNA program will consider me.

I know the first step is RN, then BSN & ICU experience. But where do I go from here? Can I go from a BSN to a CRNA program or do I need a MSN and/or DNP? What's the quickest route to a CRNA program?

[Rose_Queen, BSN, MSN, RN]

You may want to browse through the CRNA forum and the SRNA forum- this forum is aesthetics, not anesthesia related. There is also the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists website for information.

Yes, you will need to become an RN and get ICU experience. CRNA programs grant advanced degrees, including the MSN. You do not need to have a separate MSN degree prior to CRNA school.