New program in WV

Marie_LPN, RN, LPN, RN · Nov 2, 2004

I've seen the job postings that they are hiring CRNAs at MSU, but heard nothing about the program yet. It might be very early for it.

Marie_LPN, RN, LPN, RN · Nov 2, 2004

Wait a minute:

http://www.anesthesia-nursing.com/school.html (scroll down to West Virginia)

"Mountain State University in Beckley is developing a CRNA program using an innovative approach that combines on-line instruction and limited residency with clinical experience geographically placed throughout the region. This new program is seeking accreditation in the summer of 2004"

tommy · Nov 3, 2004

I have heard of this program from a friend of mine who practices as a crna in WV. He said they approached him to be one of the clinical instructors for the students. From what he says, the students get the majority (if not all) of their instruction via online courses, and have to set up their own clinical times with designated crna's in the region.... don't know if I would personally spend my tuition on this school, but may work for other people.. we will see how it turns out.

preCRNA · Nov 3, 2004

I actuallly have been in contact with this school. I am currently entertaining the idea of applying but time is running out. They want to start in February, which means that they are in a hurry to get apps and set up interviews to get ready for that.

Also, there are pre-reqs. They require 3 hours of biochem and 3 hours physics. Most of the class work will be online or correspondence.

Anyway, thats what I know.