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  1. Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

    seansanf120 replied to Prince815's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    My first interview was with the program director and she told me a little bit about the program then she said, "tell me about you." that was it! I wen on to talk about how I got to this point, why I...

  2. Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

    seansanf120 replied to Prince815's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Your interview wont last 2 hours. Those are the time blocks they have in reserved for the interviews. My first one lasted 45 min and my second one only lasted around 20 min. A few classmates of mine...

  3. Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

    seansanf120 replied to Prince815's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hello everyone, I am currently in my first year of the Program and I can tell you that this program is excellent. They give the nuts and bolts of wht you need to know to perform in clinical then in...

  4. Dealing with non-believers!

    seansanf120 replied to MeTheRN's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I'm in the same boat you're in. I am going to start Anesthhesia School in a little less than 4 weeks. I am going "casual" in two weeks. My in-laws, who we are staying with to cut down on finances,...

  5. Personal/Goal Statement

    seansanf120 replied to tmate's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    tmate, I can tell you that your goal statement is exactly that. Why do you want to be an Anesthetist? I can't tell you what you're goals are, but I can tell you that my essay was more like a story...

  6. What was your path to ICU after nursing school?

    seansanf120 replied to gydget's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hi there, I was actually in my preceptorship in my last semester as a nursing student when a position opened up in the PICU where I was doing my preceptorship. I applied, my preceptor talked to the...

  7. How much does your school cost? I'll go first.

    seansanf120 replied to Air'n's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Minneapolis School of Anesthesia, class of 2013, and the tuition is $33,000 for the 27 months, and that includes books, and such. I am probably looking at an additional $40,000 for living expenses,...

  8. anybody from Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

    seansanf120 replied to gwapo's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    The program accepts 33 students per year. They will take you if you don't have Chemistry done, but it does help you to have it done prior to your interview. I have students who will start with me who...

  9. anybody from Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

    seansanf120 replied to gwapo's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hi there, I applied, and was accepted to MSA to start for the fall of 2011. I can tell you that the program is 27 months, integrated design (class, and clinicals at the same time), You go to 5...

  10. My situation, and getting into CRNA school. Do I have a shot?

    seansanf120 replied to bustthewave's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I agree with the last replier, Your GPA will be fine as you described it, but the kicker will be when you get an interview that you explain to them how the last four years as a RN you've been saving...

  11. Interested in becoming a CRNA

    seansanf120 replied to knkata's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    knkata, Hi there, I have just been accepted to anesthesia school for this fall, and I can tell you that I kind of went along the same path as you. I got my EMT through the Air Force (I was a medic),...

  12. What can I do to get in CRNA school?

    seansanf120 replied to silverbelle's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Silverbelle, Don't let your age get you down about getting into CRNA school. Sure you can take your CCRN, take a grad level physiology course, but I'll show you below what I had on my resume. Chem A...

  13. Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

    seansanf120 replied to JOONKA's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    arcurtism, I was told in the interview that everyone that interviewed, and didn't get accepted, is on the alternate list. If a spot opens up the class then they will look at everyone who is on the...

  14. Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

    seansanf120 replied to JOONKA's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I got a single page letter. I had been told that if I get accepted there will be a thick envolope with physical exam forms and your letter of acceptance, and if you just got one letter then that meant...

  15. Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

    seansanf120 replied to JOONKA's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Great news here!!! I got a letter today saying I've been accepted to the Minneapolis School of Anesthesia. I am sooooo excited, I can't hardly stand it. I hope your good news is on the way. PM me if...

  16. Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

    seansanf120 replied to JOONKA's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    MSA admissions committee meets either Monday, or Tuesday to select the class for fall of 2011!!!!! Hopefully letters will be mailed soon after, but we should all let us know whether or not they got...

  17. Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

    seansanf120 replied to JOONKA's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    When I got there, the secretary took me to the library where I had my interview, and I was not shown the facility. However, when I turned in my application in back in June I was given a tour, but it's...

  18. Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

    seansanf120 replied to JOONKA's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Riley, I did have my interview, and it wen't pretty much like I had expected. It was a lot of "get to know you" type of conversation. I felt great after leaving, but as time has past, I just don't...

  19. Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

    seansanf120 replied to JOONKA's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    CourtneyM16, Hi there, I am interviewing on December 7th! I am so excited for this oppertunity, and I hope we can all share some good news about admission to this program in February. I have heard...

  20. Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

    seansanf120 replied to JOONKA's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Just got the call for an interview with MSA today :) Hopefully others that applied will get there call soon. Good luck to all interviewees!

  21. Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

    seansanf120 replied to JOONKA's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hi MSA applicants! I just spoke with someone from the school, and she said they were going to finish reviewing applications this week, and that letters will go out the end of November, and this letter...

  22. Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

    seansanf120 replied to JOONKA's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    rave21, I only applied to MSA. Kind of putting all of my eggs in one basket. I can and will apply to St Mary's University if I don't get into MSA. I applied to MSA because that is my first choice...

  23. Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

    seansanf120 replied to JOONKA's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hi there, When did you all apply? I turned in my app in June, and so far from what I've heard is the earlier you turn in your app, the earlier you could get called for an interview. Don't know if...

  24. CRNA so far away

    seansanf120 replied to Capable1's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Take a deep breath! I am 28 years old, and I was exactly in your situation 7 years ago when I started my journey. I joined the military out of high school, and got introduced to nursing and nurse...

  25. Frustration: CRNA finally within reach... I hope...

    seansanf120 replied to tenshiblue's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hi there, I can tell you that your stats look good enough to get an interview. From there it's up to you. The interviews are what's going to set you apart from everyone else because you have to think...