Best route to a CRNA

[JamesStacy]

Hi everyone and thanks for your time. I have received some very helpful information thus far from the forums and would like even more advice from those of you already in this profession.

Ultimately I would like to pursue a career as a CRNA. At the moment I am trying to decide between getting the ADN or BSN first. While the ADN program would be best for me because of my location and financial situation and would also allow me to work while I am going RN-BSN since I am 30 and do have children the income would be helpful.

Just wondering since my long term goal is CRNA would I be at a disadvantage by going ADN-BSN-CRNA? I know it would take a little longer but would I still receive a good enough education to really be considered into a CRNA program? Is someone who goes from RN-BSN viewed in a less desirable way as compared to those who begin their career with a BSN when applying for an MSN program?

Thank You!

[JStyles1]

i dont think that an rn to bsn is looked at as any less desirable. it will take you longer, but as long as you are aware of that going into it you should be ok. also, go ahead and be aware that very few crna students are able to work while in crna school. its that tough

[Tweety, BSN, RN]

I know of at least two people that did RN to BSN to CRNA.

I think the key would be to make sure your RN to BSN has NLN accreditation.