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I'm currently a nursing student in a BSN program with the hopes of continuing on to become a practitioner or anesthetist. I plan to become an anesthetist in the long run, but I am not opposed to completing practitioner first.

I will be graduating the BSN program with a GPA between 3.32 -3.48, a program GPA between 3.00-3.47, and prereques of 3.90. I am concerned as I have B's in most of my BSN classes with the exception of a C in pharmacology and I am not sure if this is considered acceptable or not. Also, I have 6 years experience managing a chiropractic office - assisting with exams, patient treatments, acupunture etc.

My question is - do you believe that I have a chance (even with the lowest possible GPA of 3.32 overall 3.00 program) of getting into an anesthetist program (or practitioner as a back-up plan)? Should I be concerned or am I well within the range of acceptance?

Thank you so much for your time!

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Specializes in ICU/Trauma..SRNA.

well one...which do you REALLY want to be...

the NP programs are far less competitive....

so I see no problem for you getting in....most any one...

as to CRNA there are many things you have to do to groom yourself for that route..I would take a long hard look and see what it is that you are really drawn to or interested in...

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I agree with Ruby. You need to decide between the two programs. It would honestly be a waste of time & money to pursue the NP if you aren't going to use it. And the classes don't transfer to CRNA programs. Ok, for CRNA the GPA might be a bit low, but there are many factors considered in the admission process. YOu will need to work in a good ICU, Level I or II trauma center if possible. Get all the bedside experience you can. You must work 1 year before you can be accepted into the CRNA program. Get your CCRN, PALS , ACLS certifications. Take your GRE. Even if the program you apply to doesn't require the CCRN it will prepare you for the interview process. Lastly, talk to all the schools you plan on applying to about their specific admission requirements.

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