This website was very helpful when I was at the beginnings stages of applying for CRNA school. I appreciated the fact that there were so many SRNAs and CRNAs who are willing to help you out in terms of application, what to expect, financial considerations and such. And so, I decided to return the favor and put up this post to those aspiring CRNA applicants or even those already in the program. I do not claim to know everything there is to know but I can assure you I will give you my very honest opinion.
So to start, I want to share with you all a little bit about myself and the current program that I am in. I am 28 years old, living in Texas and nearing the end of the 1st year in CRNA school. I had more than 5 years of varied ICU experience before applying for the program I am enrolled in now which really only required 1 year but preferred 2 (and this will be the case for MOST CRNA schools). The program I am is a 3-year BSN-DNP program. It's front-loaded and so I am taking all the required coursework before I can start clinicals (which I am so excited about!). Truthfully, CRNA school is a real challenge (as most of you have already heard/read) but it is doable given the proper time management and determination. I believe anyone can do this, whether you are single or with kids.
And so, feel free to comment on this post or send me a private message and I will do my best to help you in whatever way I can. Thank you and good luck to all!
