Puerto Rico CRNA programs

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Specializes in RN-BC, CCRN, TCRN, CEN.

There was a lengthy forum posted about the (then one) CRNA school in PR. Since then, 2 more programs have opened up for a total of 3 programs, just curious about what people have heard.

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[TD]Antillean Adventist University Nurse Anesthesia Program (New)[/TD]

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[TD]InterAmerican University of Puerto Rico Master of Science in Anesthesia (Continued accreditation)[/TD]

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University of Puerto Rico School of Nursing Nurse Anesthesia Program (New)

I am pretty decent with medical and conversational Spanish but by no means fluent. The UPR program says its taught in Spanish but tests and books are all in English (as an English test is required for entry to all 3 programs). Does anyone know about the others? Any feedback in general?

I know it sounds ridiculous but the cost of the programs are so cheap I could literally hire an interpreter to come with me and still finish with fewer loans than some programs in the States.

Any feedback about new programs? I live in AZ and the U of A just started a DNP program last year. It's still fairly new and easy to get into since the requirements are the same as the DNP-FNP program. But the director Kathy says that that will be changing in the coming years. The CRNAs I've talked to and shadowed said to stay away from new programs until they are more reputable. Does anyone agree or disagree?

Thank you!

Jeremy

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Bump. Anyone?

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If you live in Arizona, why on earth don't you pursue "Midwestern?' It is a great program. Lots of CRNA only and independent clinical sites. Great numbers in all critical procedures and skills. It would be on my short list if I had to go back to school.

I know nothing about either UofA or the Puerto Rico programs, but....new programs have a LOT of bumps and hiccoughs along the way. It takes several years to work out all the kinks.

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Send a private message to "seamel" on this site, he/she is a nurse anesthesia student in Puerto Rico. They gave me a good summary of what it's like and their thoughts. I still have them and can send them to you if you'd like.

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If you live in Arizona, why on earth don't you pursue "Midwestern?' It is a great program...

1. The cost of a private school.

2. Expenses and having to travel to clinical sites across the country.

3. I would need to do 2 semesters of gen chem to take O-chem just to apply.

I'm thinking of putting an app into UA this December but I don't think I'm competitive enough to get in. Plus what you mentioned about the new program hiccups- I was the first class to do the Concurrent Enrollment program through NAU and a community college. Been there done that! Ha.

One of my ED docs at work went to med school in PR and loved it. The cost of living, tuition and not to mention being in the Caribbean all appeal to me.

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I would really like to know the information from "seamel"

i am also interested. @icuman

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I would really like to know the information from "seamel"

i am also interested. @icuman

Check your inbox, I've sent it in a private message to you.

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Hi @ICUman, can you also send me the info about PR CRNA programs if possible. Thank you.

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I didn't get the private message, is it possible you resend?

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How can I see private messages? Do I need to be a paid member? Thank you

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How can I see private messages? Do I need to be a paid member? Thank you

Idk I was wondering the same thing. I know you have to comment on 15 post before you get a private message. But that's all I know

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Idk I was wondering the same thing. I know you have to comment on 15 post before you get a private message. But that's all I know

Registered (non-paying) members must have at least 15 "quality" posts (not merely to boost post count) before being able to send/respond to, private messages.

Dgamez, you currently have 17 posts and should be able to send/reply to, any private message.

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