Working while in CRNA school...

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Hey there! New at posting, but I've been a long time lurker on this site! Is it possible to work full-time while being enrolled in a CRNA program? How many of you have done it successfully? The reason I'm asking is because the website of the school that I have been looking in to says that it is impossible to work while being enrolled in their CRNA program! They say that the coursework is 60 hours per week! Now, I have a long ways to go before ever applying to CRNA school(currently a 3rd semester nursing student), but I was just curious! Thanks!

SoniaReb said:

My sister went attended a CRNA program years ago and worked two 12-shifts per week (weekends) in an NICU. She completed the 2.5 year program and finished at the top of her class and pass her boards on her first attempt. It all depends on the individual and their time management skills, your academic abilities and support system in place. She completed her program with less than $10K in student loan. The program she enrolled in provided a generous stipend throughout the entire program. Look at programs with the least cost and if you can live at home with your parents, that will be a major cost savings. After graduating from your BSN program, try to keep your debt low (avoid buying a new car, etc.) and save as much as you can.

I wouldn't recommend that anyone work while pursuing such a program, but it can be done!

What school did she go to?

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