Alleghany Valley Anesthesia any idea?

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I am in the process of applying to LaRoache /AVH program. Glance at their site Attrition rate: 11.7% (2/17). Previous year 24% (4/17). It seems a pretty good program but this high drop out rate kind of scares me. Mean while board pass rate seems good. Any inputs?

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Well try to call the school and figure out. But if I were you I will stay away from such a school with high attrition rates. Apply to different programs as well.

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The program has the highest attritation level that I know of. Also I have coworkers who interviewed there and

they say it was brutal interview.

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Pitt81 and Jazy4ICU thanks for your comments. I learnt the program director's interview is brutal and same applies when you get in. This high attrition rate raises some questions. Will be keeping my figures crossed.

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I wouldn't let the attrition rate be an impediment to you applying and if accepted, attending that institution. The percentages seems high, but we are talking about small class size. Students drop out of these programs for many reasons. Many of the students in these CRNA programs are older students with family and the financial burden can be daunting for some. If you are prepared and motivated, you will do well. Some students continue to work while being part of the program and they cannot handle both. Having good support systems in place goes a far way in determining success or failure.

The good thing about the program is the fact that it is only 24-months (most programs are 30-months or more) and the cost is much lower than most CRNA schools.

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Email the program director if you are worried about the attrition rate and get more information. The attrition rate may have nothing to do with the school at all.

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Thanks folks for your input. I appreciate. The 24 months makes it very attractive but my goal is successful completion of a CRNA program more than the duration. But it all takes hard work.

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Well 24 months program ( independent variable ) might contribute to higher attrition rate(dependent variable) lol. But is just a suggestion. Hopefully you get an interview then you can ask your questions and thoughts during the interview process. But DONOT let the length of the program deceive you. As you rightly said graduating from the program is more paramount. Good luck

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