Concerned, Worried, Afraid

[shondi]

I am an ICU nurse of 13 years who is interested in becoming a CRNA. I was suppose to pursue this 11 years ago but got sidetracked by life, i.e., making good money ($90,000-$100,000/year), marriage, and a baby (who is now 21 months old). I decided to revisit my dream and recently had an interview. The panel informed me that I need to repeat ALL science classes, since they are greater than 5 years old. I am currently 42 years old. I am worried that by the time I repeat General Chemistry I & II, Organic Chemistry I & II, Physics I & II, Anatomy & Physiology I & II, Biochemistry, and possibly some math class (if required, not sure), I WILL BE 46 YEARS OLD!! OR OLDER!!

I am very concerned that I will be too old to go to CRNA school and was wondering if there is anyone in your class 46 years old or greater.

[rachelaleanRN2B]

I am also starting my journey to CRNA. It was encouraging to see the replies to your post as I was wondering the same thing. On my current plan I will be 42 when I finish. I like the comment about being a certain age anyway so why not make the most out of life by doing something you want to do. Go for it and don't look back!!

[Spode]

repeating all of these courses is ridiculous. Where are you trying to go. I know VCU would NOT require this. Absolute waste of money to repeat these. I would def go for your goal to be a CRNA just look at other programs;0

[shondi]

Thanks Spode.

[bear1111]

It is never too late to do what you really want to do. Good luck, sounds like you will do just fine. I would also reccomend University of New England.