To get into CRNA school

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Hi!

I am a nurse with 8 yrs ICU exp, CCRN, GRE score 1240. I have applied to FIU and UM for fall 2009. Do you think I can make it? What are other pre-reqs needed? Also what extra courses should I be taking to prepare myself better for the program. Please advise.

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If you have a good GPA and good recommendations, you should be able to get an interview. Many school place a lot of emphasis on the interview, so whether you get in usually depends on how the interview goes. Good luck.

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Specializes in Trauma ER and ICU...SRNA now.

As a current FIU student, if you can take any of the general MSN courses prior to starting the program, you will be way better off. Pharm, theories, patho are all good classes and most will transfer. It depends on the program. I am not sure what UM will accept as I didn't apply there.

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You will typically need basic chem, as a minimum. If you already have that, then pursue a biochem course.

Write a letter of why you want to be a CRNA. Be ready to demonstrate that in the interview. Be humble and honest during the interview: if you mention "oh yeah I do Swans.." You better know the basics of CI, PAP, wedge pressure, etc.

Most programs want to see someone at the top of their game, ready to start from the bottom all over again.

Good luck!

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Specializes in CVPACU, CCU, ICU.

Sounds like you are going in the right direction. However I cannot emphasize enough how important the interview is. Myself and a co-worker had similar numbers and had our interviews the same day. I got in and she didnt. She was very ill prepared for the interview and got flustered at the first question she didnt know the answer to. Remember they are looking for folks that can handle the pressure and dont let them get you flustered.

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i think you'll do fine

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