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Hello everyone,

I want to get into CRNA school but, have no science degree/background. Do CRNA programs accept students that hold a ADN if they have a bachelors degree in an unrelated major? or would I have to get a BSN instead? I'm aware that regardless I need a RN license and a year in ICU prior to applying. 

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Specializes in MICU/SICU.
2 hours ago, Charmed123 said:

Hello everyone,

I want to get into CRNA school but, have no science degree/background. Do CRNA programs accept students that hold a ADN if they have a bachelors degree in an unrelated major? or would I have to get a BSN instead? I'm aware that regardless I need a RN license and a year in ICU prior to applying. 

It depends on the program! There are definitely schools that accept non-BSN applicant. You just have to search for them. 

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If programs exist that accept an ADN, they are very rare and they're probably very competitive; Especially now that virtually every CRNA program is doctorate-level now. 

I did an accelerated BSN program (4 semesters long - 1.5 years) after my 1st bachelors degree, did 2 years in the ICU then applied and got in.

Before you commit to the long journey ahead of you, shadow a CRNA and shadow nurses in the ICU and/or get a tech job in the ICU to really get an idea if this is for you. I just started my CRNA schooling and it's tough - but it's doable only if you have the intrinsic motivation to keep going at it. If CRNA school falls through as an option, ICU nursing is still a VERY good job to fall back on, because of the many niche roles it opens the door to, and travel nursing is very lucrative too!

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Specializes in Emergency / Disaster.

Not only do you need to shadow a CRNA you need to understand how much of their job is math/science.  You didn't say that you weren't good at it - you just said you didn't have a background in it.  In order to succeed in the program - you will need to be strong in math and science.

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Specializes in ER, Tele/Medsurg, Ambulatory PACU.

In this order.

 

1. Apply for Nursing School and get accepted into a program

2. Get your nursing degree (if you go to an Associate program eventually you will need a Bachelor’s, or you can go straight into an Accelerated BSN or traditional BSN)

3. Pass your NCLEX after nursing school 

4. Find a nursing job in the ICU (preferably level I trauma centers) 

5. Get at least 2-5 years experience in the ICU. Attain certifications (I.e. CCRN, TCRN etc.)

6. Shadow a CRNA to see if you really like it. 

7. Apply for CRNA school.

8. Get accepted into CRNA school.

9. Survive CRNA school. LOL. (No but seriously) 

10. Graduate, pass Certification exam, and become a CRNA.

 

There is definitely more to it, but if this  is a career you truly desire, you absolutely need to be doing more research about the role. 

 

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Specializes in CRNA.

DNAP programs accept degrees other than a BSN. You will probably have to take some science courses in addition to the ADN. 

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Specializes in Med- Surg ICU, CCU, PACU.

Each CRNA program is different. I didn't take the traditional route myself. I was Surgical Tech, then got my ADN, to ICU, then BSN, and then applied to CRNA school. Definitely check out this guide which can help you navigate your way to CRNA school. 

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