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A: The 36-month program is based out of Pepper Pike, OH. All nurse anesthesia classes are live synchronous classes with three required simulation immersions on campus lasting three to five days.
A: There are information sessions twice monthly. Register for a session.
A: Yes. Ursuline College with SNAP is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA), 10275 W. Higgins Rd., Suite 906, Rosemont, IL 60018-5603; (224) 275-9130. The program's next review by the COA is scheduled for Spring 2029. For more information regarding the COA or the accreditation process, please contact the COA at www.coacrna.org. Program Code: 523248
A: A new cohort starts each January
A: Working during the program is discouraged, especially when clinical practicum begins. Students can expect to commit 60-64 hours a week to the program which doesn’t include study time.
A: Student time commitment consists of an average of 60 hours per week including classes, clinical, and preparing for clinical. (This does not include study hours).
A: Student wellness is our top priority. Breaks will be given between semesters.
A: Students are required to attend one AANA conference and one state association conference during the program. This will not count as your time off.
A: Yes. Email info@snapcrna.com with your phone number and email, and we will have someone contact you.
A: Review Cost and Aid page for details.
A: The textbooks and resources vary by course and may change between cohorts. Required resources are provided in a course syllabus. The NBCRNA provides a list of resources for the National Certification Exam (NCE), which is often integrated into the curriculum. NCE/SEE Bibliography | NBCRNA
A: We are looking for a self-motivated candidate who has grit and perseverance, and also meets the admission criteria.
A: Applications open October 15th and the application deadline is April 1st (for January program start). The program does not have rolling admissions.
A: Review the following resources: Financial Aid for Graduate Students | Ursuline and Ursuline Financial Aid & Cost FAQs. For Financial Aid Information Sessions, register here.
A: SNAP faculty, Ursuline faculty and our clinical partners if applicable.
A: Applications are reviewed as received, however invitations for interviews will not be communicated until after the application deadline.
A: Dates to be determined.
A: At least one course in each prerequisite category (Chemistry, Statistics, and Anatomy & Physiology) must have been completed within 10 years of the application deadline. For example, if the application cycle closes in 2025, your prerequisites must have been taken in 2015 or later.
A: No. If a lab course is separate from the lecture course, it is not required for admission.
A: No, there is no specific requirement. However, Biochemistry and Organic Chemistry may be beneficial for understanding anesthesia-related chemistry.
A: Yes, all admission criteria must be submitted prior to the application deadline. Incomplete applications or those missing required documents will not be considered.
A: After admission, you must complete several requirements. These include obtaining Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications, ensuring your immunizations are up to date, and undergoing a physical health assessment.
A: Graduate-level Advanced Physiology or Advanced Pathophysiology meet the admission criteria for Anatomy & Physiology.
A: CCRN, PALS, and other admission criteria must be met before the application deadline (May 15th).
A: Call the AACN customer care or contact them via website to find out your CCRN score. (800) 899-2226.
A: Yes.
A: After application to the program, a transcript analysis and review of the syllabus is required for any courses you wish to have evaluated for transfer into the program.
A: Clinical practicum begins January of year 2.
A: Explore a list of our clinical sites.
A: The program is responsible for providing clinical sites for all students.
A: We will attempt to accommodate any requests but cannot guarantee certain clinical sites.
A: There are three required simulation immersions on campus and at Mount Sinai Skills and Simulation Center in Cleveland, OH that last three to five days each.
A: In addition to the three required simulation immersions in Ohio, there will be in-situ simulations for extra hands-on experiences at each clinical site.
A: No. The Program will make every effort to decrease travel for the students during clinical. The Program does not provide housing for the three required simulations on campus however, the students will be given a list of affordable options.
