The University of Arizona - CRNA

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Specializes in Critical Care.

Hi! I decided to take  the time to pay it forward and give some insights to applicants who may be interested in this program. This is a hybrid program with synchronous online anesthesia courses and requirements to travel to Tucson for skills and testing. 

There is nothing about this program that is "easier" because it is online. In fact, I would argue that it can make it harder. On the other hand, this program allows (for the first year) some flexibility and "freedom" because of the online accessibility. 

Standard are set high, exams proctored, simulation labs are amazing. University of Arizona is a state of the art school with high expectations. The professors are strict yet understandable and become your family. 

There are clinical options throughout the  country. You do not get to choose your clinical site, but you may provide a wish list. I am only in my second year of the program. I am yet to start clinical therefore I can not comment on those experiences specifically but I hear no complaints!

 

 

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Specializes in Neuro/Surgical ICU, CCRN, SCRN.

Thank you for the info! Does U of A require Physics for admission? The website is confusing, and I haven't received a response from the school. TIA! 

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Specializes in PACU.

How often do you have to travel to Tucson for skills and testing? 

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Only the sciences required for your fully accredited BSN program are required.  Plan on traveling to Tucson at least 2days per semester prior to full time clinical for simulation

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Specializes in ICU.

Are there any clinical sites in or around Amarillo, TX?

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McAllen only TX site currently.

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Specializes in MICU.

How many days per week will we need to be in Tucson for the in person portion. 

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If you are referring to the Summer gross anatomy course (CMM501) then that is 4hrs per day five days per week for 4.5weeks

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Specializes in CVICU.

Hi! Thanks for the insight. Any tips on preparing for the interview? I was just informed today I was invited for an interview on 11/9. Slots are only 20 minutes so I want to be ready!

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Answers to question that shed light on you as a person hold highest value.  Of course there are answers that seem correct but applicants like all people are real.  They have vulnerabilities like all of us.  Reviewers are more impressed with applicants that learned life’s lessons in constructive ways over those that have never been challenged.

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Specializes in MICU NSICU.

Should I expect clinical questions in the interview like drug mechanisms? Thank you! 

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13 hours ago, NurseJoy649 said:

Should I expect clinical questions in the interview like drug mechanisms? Thank you! 

It is quite possible.  Different interviewers in each of 5 room.  You should expect to meet a panel of three.  One didactic faculty, one clinical preceptor/coordinator and a current student.  

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