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CRNA's are not moving towards a PhD. They are moving towards a clinical doctorate. There is a HUGE difference. I am currently attending the nation's first clinical doctorate anesthesia program in Charleston, WV. The newspaper posted that it is the nation's first PhD CRNA program; Wow, did that ever stir a ruckus. It is 36 months in length and requires a large research project. My credentials afterwards will be CRNA, DMPNA (Doctor in Management of Practice of Nursing Anesthesia). I believe all programs affiliated with a doctorate providing University must move their program to a doctorate by 2015. All programs, period, must acheive this level of education by 2023. It depends on what your future goals are with your degree. I am receiving a combined buisness degree in this program which will enable me to do anything from being a regular CRNA, to a Hospital Administrator, to a anesthesia group owner. There is a certain degree of beauty in not receiving your degree in something like a Masters in Nursing. I consider that pretty much useless. However, if you simply want to be a CRNA, no strings attatched, then get your degree in whatever. A CRNA is a CRNA and all anesthesia programs have to satisfy a minimum clinical requirement. You also will have to pass the board exam.

Thanks for your response guys. Im feeling a bit overwhelmed. I just recieved my letter of acceptance this weekend for the June class. Im in the process of getting all my ducks in a row for my wife and I to sell the house, get loans, etc.. I have a ton of questions for both of you and will be contacting you. I appreciate any advice/tips you can offer. Im ready to get the ball rollin'!!!

Recently accepted and looking for anyone attending or have attended CAMC's CRNA program in WV. Would like to hear your opinion's about the program and area.

I am scheduled for an interview March 5th at 10:00 am. Recieved the letter a few days ago.

Unfortunately, I wasnt selected this year but selected as an alternate at MTSA. Congrats on making the alternate list at UTC. Hopefully, you will hear some good news soon. Did you you take the CCRN exam, Super Sleeper?

I interviewed at UTC as well. Have you recieved a letter yet? Hoping to get one at the beginning of the week.

Anxiously waiting for a letter