Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice

Nursing Licensure

1. Practicing Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
2. RN license
3. CRNA Certification or Recertification

Education

1. Have a Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
2. Graduate GPA of at least 3.0
3. Graduate-level research course with a grade of "B" or higher

Other Requirements

1. Personal interview (if selected) where you demonstrates that in the future you will engage in a position or activities that will positively influence nurse anesthesia education/practice
2. Nurse anesthesia experience in clinical practice, education, leadership and management
3. Academic achievement
4. Professional references

Total enrollment in the DNAP program is limited. The admission of each class will be based upon the "best qualified" as determined by the Admissions Committee. All positions are filled on a competitive basis. Therefore, all applicants that meet admission requirements may not be granted an interview.

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‌‌	How do I apply?

The DNAP and the DNP are both practice doctorate degrees for advanced practice nurses, but the DNAP specializes solely in anesthesia. DNP degrees can be earned by any APRN, including nurse anesthetists, and DNP curriculum can focus on nurse anesthesia or other nursing specialties.

DNAP degree programs are often, but not always, housed in programs outside of schools or colleges of nursing.

‌	How do I apply?

Yes. When you enroll in our DNAP program for nurse anesthetists with a master's degree, you are not required to spend any time on campus.

‌	How long will it take?

Our online DNAP program is 32 credit hours. You can complete the DNAP program in as little as two years, but you have up to seven years to finish your coursework.

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