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Another question... So, I heard somewhere that the army CNCC course was the same as the ECCO course put on by the AACN. Is this true?

Thank you all for your replies. They have been very helpful. Although, they were not quite the answers I wanted to hear, I believe they were the answers that I NEEDED to hear. I was a bit unrealistic in my thinking about what the military (any branch) can provide and the specific opportunities out there. Other than the loan repayment and bonuses, many of us aspire to that the sense of honor, partriotism, and duty that I'm sure all of our folks in the services have. What other real benefit is there to being in the military in both short and long terms?? In terms of financial viability and experiences, why would I want to be in the military instead of being a traveling nurse??? As a young, single person with no family, gaining experience and setting myself up to be competitive for CRNA school is paramount in my goals, but which is really the better choice? Civilian or military? Lionstudent, you mentioned getting more experience. Were you refering more to the Army direct ascension program or all branches in general? Again, thanks for all your wonderful responses.

Hi everyone,I've read a lot of army/airforce/CRNA posts and I really appreciate everything that you've said. It's really helping guide this journey in nursing of mine.So, from what I've read and heard from different medical recruiters, the airforce and army both sound like great choices, but I'm having trouble deciding if being an active duty or career officer is really for me. I've got Air Force in my veins, but want to consider all options too. A little about me: 1.5 year ICU experience RN-BSN, CCRN, ACLS, PALS 24 years old, single, no kids Aspiring CRNA 2.95 GPA, 3.2 (last two years) and studying for the GRE Goals: 1) get experience in flight/aeromedical transport, forward surgical teams, or any other unique or difficult experiences not found in the civilian sector. I've heard of a lot about the concepts, but have no idea how each of them function in their respective branches. 2)Directly or eventually attend CRNA school 3)live internationally (Ramstein, Landstuhl, etc.) So, my questions: 1) With my experience, I know I can probably work with an ICU identifier from the start, but is it possible to work internationally? (I really don't want to be stuck stateside for 2 years) If so, what CC opportunities are there for newly commissioned officers and how do you specify this when you commission? 2)My GPA doesn't make me super competitive for many CRNA schools here in the US, but I know some look at the overall picture and strength of recent academic history. Does the military function in this capacity at all? Also, 3-5 years appears to be the average time people wait until they even get a shot at USUHS from non-Army branches. Do I even have a chance for direct admission with Army? If scored well on the GRE, do you think I would still have a shot? 3) What are most time commitments after CRNA school with the different branches? I remember hearing from the air force recruiter that the time in school is the amount you are required to serve afterward (30 months). Is this accurate? I seem to be reading otherwise... I know that I asked a ton of questions, but I appreciate any help! Thanks!

I'm thinking of joining AF and Landstuhl would be a top pic for me as well. I didn't realize that both Army and AF serve there! I can't wait to hear some more info!! Congrats on getting your first choice. Maybe I need to think a little more about Army...