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The path to becoming a CRNA is one filled with many questions, fears, and uncertainties.
You’re feeling overwhelmed, you’re not alone.
CRNA School is competitive. Every program is different. Your path is unique. The amount of information and conflicting advice is overwhelming.
Even though you have a burning desire to pursue this dream, you feel unsure about your capability to handle all the aspects of education and the profession.
you may be thinking...
I do not have what it takes to become a CRNA.
I am not smart enough to do this.
My GPA is too low.
I am too old to go back to school now.
I can’t become a CRNA and start a family.
I can’t afford not to work so that I can become a CRNA.
I got into school but I am fearful of the responsibility that lies ahead of me.
You’re in the right place if you find yourself wondering, “How am I supposed to do all of this?”
Finally, the guidance and mentorship you need to navigate the road ahead...
Introducing CRNA School Prep Academy
A powerful community membership where you will find the answers you’re looking for, support through the wins and setbacks, and accredited guidance you need to tackle your dream of becoming a CRNA- all in one place.
Whether you are still in nursing school, working as an ICU Nurse, or accepted into your program, CRNA School Prep Academy will be the revolutionary resource that you need to help you navigate the challenges and prepare for your unique journey.
Your shortcut to CRNA School.
Save time and energy, and avoid frustration and burnout. Prevent taking the wrong steps, take the proper ones, minimize your weaknesses, and maximize your strengths.
CRNA School Prep Academy provides you with:
- CRNA mentors with experience to provide direction, guidance, and clarity for all stages of your journey
- A community that supports its students through the difficult times and celebrates your wins in the way that only a person on the same path can understand
- All of the resources, tools, and information you need to prepare you for your applications, interviews, and success in school
WE TEACH YOU HOW STAND OUT AS AN APPLICANT
I know first hand how challenging the road ahead can feel
CEO & Founder Jenny Finnell MSN, CRNA
As a CRNA of 7 years with a wide variety of experience including precepting current nurse anesthesia residents. I remember what it was like pursuing CRNA with what felt like little to no guidance. I had to address and overcome the same challenges and fears that you have been or will be facing. Time and time again, I hear stories about excellent candidates losing hope and giving up. Lack of guidance, misinformation, overwhelm, frustration, fear, and burnout are all too common among CRNA hopefuls.
Over the past 3 years, I have been fortunate enough to combine my passion and expertise for anesthesia and my love of helping students into a comprehensive, ongoing supportive mentoring program. CRNA School Prep Academy is specifically designed with you and your journey in mind.
This academy was created to help aspiring students navigate the challenges around becoming highly qualified candidates. Inside the academy, you will gain clarity on planning your journey, the application process, the interview process, as well as an academic and clinical foundation for Nurse Anesthesia Residents.
CRNA School Prep Academy has mentored over 1,000 aspiring CRNA’s, with many going on to be successful students in programs across the country!
Expert Contributor Richard Wilson, MNA, CRNA
Mr. Wilson has been a part of CRNA School Prep Academy since October 2020. He heard of CSPA from students in his income cohorts and decided to reach out and join our mission. Mr. Wilson comes to our team with 15 years of clinical anesthesia experience in a Level I Trauma Center. Along with his clinical experience, he has been heavily involved in the daily classroom and clinical training of Nurse Anesthesia Residents for the last 12 years.
He has served as a clinical site coordinator, a Program faculty member, and on the interview and admissions committee for the last 12 years. He has experience in reviewing applications, interviewing applicants (both in-person and virtual), and guiding candidates on how to make their applications more competitive academically, clinically, and professionally. In his role as a Program Faculty member, Mr. Wilson has taught on a variety of topics in the classroom, clinical setting, and simulation.
Mr. Wilson was chosen to serve a 4-year commitment on the SEE (Self Evaluation Exam) Committee for the National Board for Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA). In this role, he served as an item writer for the nationally administered SEE giving him knowledge on how national exams are written, administered, and scored. Mr. Wilson has also served on several committees within his clinical facility and also the South Carolina Association of Nurse Anesthetists.
In addition, Mr. Wilson has contributed to anesthesia education as an author and contributor to chapters in several publications such as Nurse Anesthesia the primary textbook used by many CRNA programs.
Within CRNA School Prep Academy, Mr. Wilson acts as an expert contributor. With his background, he can provide guidance from a Program Faculty point of view. His passion for helping students comes through in his work designing educational workshops, guided Q&A sessions, group mock interview coaching, community support in our forum and social wall. He also helps plan conferences, community outreach, and seeks out resources so we can achieve our mission within the community.
Plus other CRNA Community guest contributors. Including faculty, CRNAs, and NARs. Because we know how important the role of the CRNA community is in mentoring our Future Generations of CRNAs.
CRNA School Prep Academy's content, that meets you where you are
Select a phase below to read more about how CRNA School Prep Academy is prepared to support you on your unique journey to CRNA
PLANNING PHASE
Planning for the Journey Ahead
Shorten the path from planning to CRNA school by discovering how to make right decisions and avoid common, costly mistakes.
So you’re a few years out from applying to CRNA School. You’re still in the early stages of building your résumé.
Perfect. You have an advantage.
That means you have more time to build yourself into a competitive candidate.
You have more time to avoid pitfalls and mistakes that weaken your competitiveness and sap your time and energy.
Whether you’re a nursing student or got your BSN 10 years ago, the earlier you get the correct guidance and make the best plan, the quicker and smoother your path to CRNA school.
Now, all that stands between you and becoming a CRNA is…
- Meeting the CRNA School requirements: GPA, leadership, ICU experience, etc.
- Turning that into a standout application;
- Crushing your Interview.
- All while outshining the other applicants.
Great. But there’s a ton of information out there. It can be overwhelming, confusing, and conflicting. So how do you sort through it all? What information is relevant to your journey?
With CRNA School Prep Academy, you’ll gain clarity on what information is essential, how to find it, and how to use it to make the best plan for you.
The knowledge and guidance you get come from first-hand experience of making the journey to become a CRNA and mentoring thousands of students.
But that’s not all. With CRNA School Prep Academy, you have the only mentoring program with CRNA school faculty contributors.
Plus, you have a supportive and interactive community of 1800 of your peers.
You not only have a CRNA Mentor experienced in coaching thousands of Future-CRNAs, but also the support of your fellow aspiring CRNAs, and insight from CRNAs with faculty experience who have been on the other side of the CRNA application and interview process.
How: CRNA School Prep has several dozens of hours of On-Demand content
CRNA School Prep Academy’s Planning Phase content includes the following course topics:
- How to Become a Highly Qualified Candidate
- 5 Day Challenge To Make Your CRNA Career Plan
- How To Pick Your School
- Get To Know Your School
- DNP vs. DNAP?
- How To Get Involved
- ICU Interview Questions & Tips
- Assessing ICU Experience For CRNA School
- Steps to Take While Working in the ICU
- 5 Obstacles To Overcome On Your Road To CRNA
- Virtual Shadow Experience
- Financial Aspects of School
Trust that the plan you’re creating and your decisions are based on expert guidance and sound advice.
Get into CRNA sooner! Waste less time, energy, and money on your way to your goal and start earning a CRNA salary sooner!
APPLICATION & INTERVIEW PHASE
Readying your Application and Preparing for the Interview
The proper planning, hard work, and diligence make you a competitive candidate, but it’s all for nothing if your application doesn’t communicate that.
Without a solid resume, personal statement, and essay, your application won’t show them just how qualified you are.
Then once you have an application that gets you a CRNA school interview, your interview skills need to demonstrate your competitiveness.
This is the part of your journey where it’s all about standing out.
If you’re in this stage, you feel pretty good, or maybe great, about your resume.
You’ve been getting the right ICU experience, taking leadership roles, and polishing your qualifications. You’ve also been scouring the internet for information on your target programs, finding ways to gain an advantage.
So how do you ensure your application stands out and lands you the interview? Then, once you get the interview, how do you stand out and land the acceptance letter?
At this stage, all the applicants met the minimum requirements. In addition, all the interviewees have great applications and have piqued the interest of the interview committee.
- Is it your clinical knowledge? Others have that.
- Is it your high GPA? Well, you’re not the only one; plenty of lower GPA applicants will get acceptance letters.
- Is it your leadership? Interview skills? Networking connections?
What’s the X-factor?
It’s YOU.
That’s where advice from CRNA School Prep Academy’s mentors shines. Because, at this stage, the other applicants also meet the school’s qualifications.
Jenny, Richard, the special guest contributors, and your peers will provide insight and support to help you find your X-factor.
CRNA School Prep Application Phase content includes the following course topics:
- Boost Your Application & Essay Through Finding Your Why
- How To Build Your Resume
- Examples of Resume Descriptions
- Live Personal Statement Critiques
- Live Transcript Review with Dr. Richard Wilson, DNAP, CRNA
- Guided Q&A Sessions with Dr. Richard Wilson, DNAP, CRNA
- Live Resume Edit with Dr.Richard Wilson, DNAP, CNRA
CRNA School Prep Interview Phase content includes the following course topics:
- Interview styles course
- 5 Day Interview Prep Challenge
- CRNA Interview guided Q&A
- Virtual Interview Preparation
- Emotional Intelligence coaching replays
- Intro to Anesthesia Math
When you’re beginning to mull over those applications and while you’re waiting for the invite to interview, you can be preparing how to crush it.
You not only want to be comfortable interviewing, but you also want to be able to confidently present the best (and most authentic) version of yourself. The goal is not to be the perfect candidate, it’s to stack the deck in your favor. It’s to become the best candidate you can be and to find the best programs for your strengths, weaknesses, circumstances, and goals.
CRNA School Prep Academy can help with that.
NURSE ANESTHESIA RESIDENT PHASE
Congratulations! You did it, future CRNA!
Transitioning into a student again, readying for 36 months of changes – there’s a lot ahead of you!
There are many ways in which people describe CRNA School:
- A mental marathon that tests your limits.
- Learning on a whole other level.
- Drinking from a fire hose.
- An intense and grueling experience.
- The most challenging thing they’ve ever done.
- A high-pressure environment with no room for error.
- Like a full-time job, plus overtime.
- A never-ending cycle of studying and preparation.
- A mentally and emotionally draining experience that leaves you exhausted but proud of your accomplishments.
In marketing, this would be using fear to sell a solution.
But in the world of CRNA School, this is just a fair warning.
The good news is that you can do it.
You think so (even if you’re nervous), and the program that selects you thinks so.
But remember, this journey is about holistic success.
It’s about more than just getting through school; it’s about thriving.
Your goal is to keep up with the program’s pace, get good grades, understand the concepts, apply them to clinical, excel in clinical, build your reputation and network, and come out of CRNA school with plenty of opportunities.
All while maintaining your physical, mental, and emotional well-being and keeping your relationships intact.
Jenny, Richard, and the other contributors have been there. They’ve mentored, taught, and guided SRNAs through it all.
CRNA School Prep Nurse Anesthesia Resident Phase content includes the following course topics:
- Congratulations! How to Plan for the Road Ahead
- In the Thick of It
- Pre-Operative Assessment
- Anesthesia Care Case Plans
- Best Study Tips
- Intro to Anesthesia Math
- Emotional Intelligence and Its Importance in Clinical Success
- Surviving Clinical As A New SRNA
- Group Study Session Replays
CRNA School Prep Academy provides the guidance, training, resources, events, and community to make the most of each part of your journey. All the way through graduation.
CRNA School Prep Academy Educational Workshops Now Offer Continuing Education Credits!
ELEVEN workshops total are available inside the academy. CE credits currently only available for Cardiac, Endocrine, Sedation | Opioid & ABG Workshops
This nursing continuing professional development activity was approved by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
GET CAREER GUIDANCE AND EDUCATION THAT WILL PREPARE YOU FOR YOUR TIME AS A NURSE ANESTHESIA STUDENT!
"These lectures have been so helpful to me! This platform has made me feel like I am investing in my career as an RN and to be better for my patients, in addition to preparing for CRNA school. THANK YOU so much!"
Stefannie
ICU Nurse
What’s inside the membership?
I was a student nurse tech on the Surgical/Burn/Trauma ICU at a Level 1 Trauma Center for 1.5 years while in nursing school! For my senior practicum, I spent a semester in the CVICU at a Level 1 Trauma Center. I then became a nurse there! I have been here in the CVICU for 1.5 years! In this 1.5 years I have achieved my CCRN, CSC, CMC, became ECMO certified. I applied to three schools. Got interviews to all. After interviewing, I got denied at the first school, and accepted into the second school! I cancelled the third school’s interview. I’ll be starting school in May of 2021! Jenny has been a blessing in my CRNA school journey! Absolutely wonderful! I did a mock interview with her which I think was the most helpful out of all the amazing resources she provides. I check this page daily and I utilized almost all the resources on her website. I also love how responsive Jenny is with all my questions. Being an academy member has been such a great decision.
For those of you with a mostly NICU background, travel ICU experience and less than stellar grades, I’m here to tell you you can do this! I found out today that I was accepted into CRNA school!
I sat for additional certifications, took hard sciences and some math courses, and did whatever I could to creatively boost my chances of getting in. I interviewed at three schools, was accepted to one today, and I’m waiting to hear from the others.
Thank you so much Jenny for the amazing resources you provide through CRNA School Prep Academy. They really are invaluable.
It is possible!!!
I've been a nurse for about 13 years now, originally from Kenya. I started off my nursing career as an LPN working in the corrections setting then transitioned into RN role which was my start in an acute care hospital setting.In 2017 I transitioned into ICU nursing.
I received my acceptance letter from my #1 school of choice -University of North Dakota.
I learned about CRNA School Prep Academy from a good friend & current student Calvin who has just gained his acceptance to UAB. I had just received 3 invites for interview (IN, OH and ND).
I did not have enough prep time for IN but consulted with Jenny and she was able to direct me on key concepts to review in the academy resources. I didn't hear back from IN but got a rejection from OH, which was about 2 weeks to my 3rd interview with ND. I was crushed, my morale down. I remember messaging Jenny about this just to get some words of encouragement as I still had one more chance to interview. Her words were comforting and just what I needed to push through. So I picked my self up and deep dived into Prep Academy Interview Phase resources, bonus content, and performed a final mock interview with PJ. All these steps and resources in the academy helped me feel very ready and prepared for that final interview. It went better than I expected and got the YES I so desperately wanted.
I owe the success of my journey into CRNA whole-heartedly to CRNA School Prep Academy
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We break up your journey into 3 phases
- Planning phase
- Uncover any roadblocks and how to tackle them
- Learn key areas that you can start working on early on in your journey to give you a competitive edge
- Understand the components of a CRNA application and how you plan to fulfill them
- Understand how to pick your program so that you set goals on your target schools
- Application | Interview Phase
- We teach you how to stand out as an applicant on paper so that you get that glorious interview invitation
- We help you learn what you need to know about your school so that you meet all its unique requirements
- We prepare you to stand out from the crowd in your knowledge about this career path
- We share insider knowledge from a program faculty point of view on how you can make a good first impression
- We prepare you to excel in your CRNA interview by providing you with the insight, tools, and knowledge you need to outperform your competition
- We help you develop skills that will serve you as a student so that you will not just gain acceptance but you will enter your program ahead
- SRNA Phase
- A pre-anesthesia curriculum to build your foundation of knowledge that will help you excel as you start your CRNA journey
- Connection to a community built to help you succeed
- Guidance on how to be successful as you start your journey
A members-only community of like-minded, success-driven individuals who will support you, answer your questions, and provide feedback.
The forum covers a wide variety of common questions such as interviews, DNP project ideas, GRE, CCRN, GPA, graduate courses, resumes, and essay tips. The forum is organized so that you can easily find answers to your questions!
We have an organized forum of all CRNA schools by state with information to allow you to easily research multiple schools all at once. We highlight key topics about the program such as attrition rate, interview styles, class size, clinical sites, and more.
We have a team including Jenny Finnell, MSN, CRNA, CEO & Founder of CSPA, our team of expert contributors and CRNA Program Faculty, Richard Wilson, MNA, CRNA, and Dr. Dawn AuBuchon, DNAP, MS, CRNA, to answer your questions.
Do not let the phrase “it was a competitive application cycle,” derail your progress. Our community can provide you guidance and feedback so you can not only gain an interview but gain acceptance as well.
CONNECTION, SUPPORT, GUIDANCE, AND KNOWLEDGE GAINED THROUGH THE RIGHT COMMUNITY WILL PUSH YOU HEAD AND SHOULDERS ABOVE THE COMPETITION.
Watch exclusive interviews with successful CRNAs and SRNAs who have valuable strategies and success stories to share with our members that put you ahead of the curve.
CSPA is the only CRNA mentoring program that provides you exclusive access to Experienced Program Faculty!
Richard Wilson MNA, CRNA has served as an Assistant Program Director for over 11 years. He heard about CRNA School Prep Academy through his incoming class and decided to reach out to get involved. He now works exclusively with CSPA to provide expert contributions to ensure the highest quality instruction to help you along your CRNA journey.
Need financial advice? No Problem! Get access to quarterly webinars on how to pay for graduate school and how to pay back your student loans with a Q&A session with expert Natalie Kratzer ChFC®, CLF®, FIC with Thrivent Financial
Need personal feedback from a qualified and experienced program faculty? Gain access to our one-on-one consultations and transcript reviews. All of these services are provided by actual program faculty who have experience providing feedback in these tricky areas. Availability is limited, please plan accordingly. All one-on-one services are in addition to your membership fee.
Lifetime access to all downloadable resources, checklists, resume templates, example essays, lecture notes, interview questions, basic knowledge assessment tools.
We have a growing Resource Library that is full of valuable websites, access to current AANA journals, study guides, FREE personality quizzes, all the best apps and books that students recommend!
THE BEST WAY TO PREPARE FOR YOUR REAL CRNA INTERVIEW!! practice different interview styles, and receive feedback on your answers for improvement. CSPA gives you exclusive access to Program Faculty Richard Wilson, MNA, CRNA, and Assistant Program Director of over 11 years. He hosts group mock interview coaching sessions on how to interview successfully with opportunities to take a hot seat.
Utilize a library of previous mock interviews and coaching sessions with feedback that will help you in your own interview.
This is one of the VERY BEST ways to ROCK your interview which is KEY for acceptance!!
You have questions and we have answers! This members-only, judgment-free space in which you can ask your questions and get unstuck in real-time. We have CRNA Program Faculty in this community to answer your questions in our private FB community & Forum.
Search previously asked questions and utilize the resource page where we will grow a library of FAQs.
EXCLUSIVE ACCESS to current Nurse Anesthesia Residents! Yes, talk to current students from various programs from across the country and hear firsthand how they are surviving CRNA school and what helped them along the way! (Yearly Live Q&A with current students from various programs). Connect with current students inside our FB community.
Guided Q&A with Program Faculty Richard Wilson MSN, CRNA. Commonly asked about topics such as ICU experience, GPA, Transcripts, Resumes & Essays. We address these areas in detail and allow you to ask questions.
Diversity & Inclusion Mentor Sessions. CSPA gathers CRNA’s & SRNA’s together to discuss how collectively we can support our unique qualities and foster kindness and understanding no matter your background or culture.
We want a safe place for you to come and share your experiences so we can all listen, learn and grow. This space is for support, love, and friendship. Everyone is welcomed with open arms.
Exclusive Discounts To Expert Services!
CRNA School Prep Academy members get exclusive discounts for any service purchased from Nurses Teach Nurses
All services provided by current Nurse Anesthesia Residents, CRNA’s and CRNA Program Faculty.
See what they're saying!
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It doesn’t have to stay a dream. Becoming a CRNA can be your reality.
National Statistics:
CRNA overall average age
47.5 years
Average age at start of career
32.7 years
Average ICU experience
2.8 years
Average GPA
3.5
Imagine knowing you’ve got all the answers you need in one place.
Power through doubtfulness and anxiety with confidence and preparation.
Save yourself hours of frustration looking for the right advice, get proven guidance
Fast track your success
Overcome your fear and avoid overwhelm with clarity and support.
Eliminate confusion and stress with solutions.
Sidestep burnout with a community that will consistently help you press on.
" Thank you CSPA for the push to finally pursue CRNA School and ultimately gaining acceptance! I have worked as an ICU nurse more almost 8 years now and have always been interested in pursuing CRNA school. I never thoght I was good enough because I don't have perfect grades. CSPA really busted the myths surrounding what makes someone a great candidate and gave me the confidence to apply. Thank you again to Jenny, Richard, and the entire CSPA Team. Without you, I would not be where I am today. I am excited to see future post of others gaining acceptance and fulfilling ther dreams of becoming a CRNA.'
-Zoie B.
SRNA
Receiving my acceptance letter into my top choice program has been a dream come true, but it did not come without its challenges. I found my GPA of a 3.28 to be my greatest weakness, coupled with the fact that I had less than 2 yrs of ICU experience. I let my GPA cast fear & doubt on my ability to get into a CRNA program.
Instead of hiding behind my fears, I chose to work on becoming a stronger candidate. I retook a science course that I got a B- in. I took a grad-level advanced patho course, obtained my CCRN & my CMC, joined a unit council, and joined CRNA guided mentorship organizations. A huge shout out to the CRNA School Prep Academy and the role they played in my journey along with Richard Wilson who took the time to review my personal statement. It’s a great feeling knowing that my hard work has paid off!!
-Shylanda G.
SRNA
This membership is perfect for you if:
- You are 100% determined to become a CRNA.
- You are ready and able to invest in your future.
- You desire to learn how to become a competitive candidate.
- You are ready and willing to do the work.
- You desire a focused community that can help you through every step along the way.
- You value having a mentor to personally answer your questions and address your concerns.
- Stand out among your peers as an applicant
- You are ready to land that interview, gain acceptance and flourish during your time as an SRNA.
- You want insider clinical tips and academic pearls.
Now, more than ever, you are needed as a CRNA.
Regardless of your previous beliefs about yourself, it is possible to:
+ become an expert in this field
+ become someone that others can rely on
+ have the knowledge and skill set to save lives
+ bring peace and comfort
+ be the advocate at the head of the bed
+ fulfill your dream of becoming a CRNA
By taking ACTION you are getting closer to your dream!
By becoming a member of CRNA School Prep Academy, you will build a strong connection to your drive and find a passionate approach to your career path that will be unrivaled by other candidates.
Let’s Recap! What do you get as a member of CRNA School Prep Academy?
- Tailored Key Note Courses ($2,295 value)
- Access to the private Community Social Wall & Forum ($830 value)
- Expert contributions ($1,300 value)
- Live Q&A’s ($2,000 value)
- 13 Educational Workshops ($920 value)
- CE credits towards your RN and CCRN license ($500 value)
- Access to exclusive, members-only services at a discounted rate; resume, essay, transcript reviews, mock interviews, and one-on-one consultations (>$500 in savings when compared to similar professional services)
- Printable PDFs, cheat sheets, guides, and instructional guides to help you navigate your journey ($470 value)
- Total Value = $8,815
This one-of-a-kind academy membership is valued at $108,815.00 per year!
EVERY YEAR YOU DELAY ACCEPTANCE YOU LOSE A YEAR OF CRNA INCOME!
So, why am I offering access to the academy at a much lower price?
As the questions rolled in about how I became a CRNA, a lightbulb went off in my head. I realized how many people were struggling with no support to make this dream a reality, and I was determined to help others realize their true potential.
While this career is financially rewarding in the long run, I know first hand how difficult it can be to manage finances while in school. I want to serve you along this journey by creating a comprehensive and truly affordable resource packed with value and support (without breaking the bank.)
“...When I stumbled around with my reasoning for why I wanted to do anesthesia, I was actually embarrassed that I didn’t have anything amazing prepared to say. Then you started to give me tips about how I should say something about a personal experience, and have the focus be on being one-on-one with my patient, and their best advocate. I utilized all those tips, and the interviewers were really impressed with what I had to say.”
-Sara E.
SRNA
Membership options:
Toggle between monthly and yearly pricing below to find the best membership option for you!
MONTHLY PRICING
FOUNDATIONS
$49
PER MONTH
The Foundations Membership includes the following CRNA School Prep Academy content and features:
- Nursing School to CRNA
Accelerator (coming Spring 2023) - Planning Phase Courses:
- How to Become a Highly
Qualified Candidate - 5 Day Challenge To Make
Your CRNA Career Plan - How To Pick Your School
- Get To Know Your School
- DNP vs. DNAP?
- How To Get Involved
- ICU Interview Questions &
Tips - Assessing ICU Experience
For CRNA School - Steps to Take While Working
in the ICU - 5 Obstacles To Overcome On
Your Road To CRNA - Virtual Shadow Experience
- Financial Aspects of School
- How to Become a Highly
- Application Phase with Guided
Q&A Sessions- Transcripts
- GPA
- Resume
- Admission Essay
- Application boosters
- Private FB Group &
Forum with Expert
Contributions from CRNA
Program Faculty - Live Q&A Recordings
(Diversity & NAR Q&A
Sessions) - Resource Library
- Nurse Anesthesia
Educators Unplugged:
Weekly Private Program
Faculty Podcast - School Data Sheet
- Current NAR connections
- Shadowing
- Interview styles and more
*Monthly subscription will renew automatically on the date you enroll
PREMIUM
$79
PER MONTH
The Premium Membership includes the following CRNA School Prep Academy content and features:
- All content and features included in the Foundations Membership PLUS +
- Monthly LIVE event (1)
- Group Study Sessions
- Group Mock Interviews
- Emotional Intelligence
Coaching - Live educational
workshops; ICU
knowledge to
Anesthesia concepts;
taught by CRNA
Program Faculty
- Interview Phase
- Interview styles course
- 5 Day Interview Prep
Challenge - CRNA Interview guided
Q&A - Virtual Interview
Preparation - Emotional Intelligence
coaching replays - Intro to Anesthesia Math
- Mock Interview Library
- 9 individual mock
interviews replays - 6 group mock interview
replays
- 9 individual mock
- Critical Care Learning Library +
CE Credits- Hemoglobin
- PaO2 & FiO2
- Ventilator Modalities
- Clotting Cascade
- DNP Workshop
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- ICU Pharm 1 &2
- Cardiac Workshop
- Endocrine Workshop
- TOF | Neuromuscular
monitoring - ABG interpretation
- Sedation & Opioids
- Nurse Anesthesia Resident
Phase (excluding NAR Boot Camp) - Quarterly Financial Planning
Webinars- Natalie A. Kratzer, ChFC®, CLF®,
CLTC®, FIC
- Natalie A. Kratzer, ChFC®, CLF®,
- Discount Admission to Annual
Virtual Conference
*Monthly subscription will renew automatically on the date you enroll
CSPA GUARANTEE
APPLICATION
ONLY
The total cost of this program with the monthly payment option is $2800 which includes a $895 deposit and 6 montly installments of $317.50. By application only. Terms and conditions apply.
APPLICATIONS OPEN IN:
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Hours
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The application window will be open for 7 days and will reopen during the last week of every month.
The CSPA CRNA Guarantee Program is a 12-month program that GUARANTEES your acceptance to CRNA School or you get your money back! This program includes the following CRNA School Prep Academy content and features:
- All content and features included in the Premium Membership PLUS +
- Tailored feedback from CRNA Faculty during weekly group office hours
- 12 month step-by-step
curriculum - FREE Annual Virtual
Conference Ticket - Weekly Coaching with
CRNA Program Faculty - Monthly CRNA Mentor
Session - Quarterly Group Financial Planning Q&A with Natalie A. Kratzer, ChFC®, CLF®, CLTC®, FIC
- Certificate of completion once 70% of CSPA courses are completed.
- Certificate can be submitted with your CRNA application.
- Discount on NTN Services
- Discount on Nurse Anesthesia Resident Boot Camp
Requirements To Apply:
- Applicants must have a 3.0 Overall GPA and 3.2 Science GPA
- Applicants must apply to 3 CRNA Schools
- All applications must be submitted at least five months after the program start date
- Terms of participation apply
*Monthly subscription will renew automatically on the date you enroll
YEARLY PRICING
FOUNDATIONS
$499
PER YEAR
Annual Foundations members save $111 per year compared to monthly members!
The Foundations Membership includes the following CRNA School Prep Academy content and features:
- Nursing School to CRNA
Accelerator (coming Spring 2023) - Planning Phase Courses:
- How to Become a Highly
Qualified Candidate - 5 Day Challenge To Make
Your CRNA Career Plan - How To Pick Your School
- Get To Know Your School
- DNP vs. DNAP?
- How To Get Involved
- ICU Interview Questions &
Tips - Assessing ICU Experience
For CRNA School - Steps to Take While Working
in the ICU - 5 Obstacles To Overcome On
Your Road To CRNA - Virtual Shadow Experience
- Financial Aspects of School
- How to Become a Highly
- Application Phase with Guided
Q&A Sessions- Transcripts
- GPA
- Resume
- Admission Essay
- Application boosters
- Private FB Group &
Forum with Expert
Contributions from CRNA
Program Faculty - Live Q&A Recordings
(Diversity & NAR Q&A
Sessions) - Resource Library
- Nurse Anesthesia
Educators Unplugged:
Weekly Private Program
Faculty Podcast - School Data Sheet
- Current NAR connections
- Shadowing
- Interview styles and more
*Yearly subscription will renew automatically on the date you enroll
PREMIUM
$799
PER YEAR
Annual Premium members save $149 per year compared to monthly members!
The Premium Membership includes the following CRNA School Prep Academy content and features:
- All content and features included in the Foundations Membership PLUS +
- Monthly LIVE event (1)
- Group Study Sessions
- Group Mock Interviews
- Emotional Intelligence
Coaching - Live educational
workshops; ICU
knowledge to
Anesthesia concepts;
taught by CRNA
Program Faculty
- Interview Phase
- Interview styles course
- 5 Day Interview Prep
Challenge - CRNA Interview guided
Q&A - Virtual Interview
Preparation - Emotional Intelligence
coaching replays - Intro to Anesthesia Math
- Mock Interview Library
- 9 individual mock
interviews replays - 6 group mock interview
replays
- 9 individual mock
- Critical Care Learning Library +
CE Credits- Hemoglobin
- PaO2 & FiO2
- Ventilator Modalities
- Clotting Cascade
- DNP Workshop
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- ICU Pharm 1 &2
- Cardiac Workshop
- Endocrine Workshop
- TOF | Neuromuscular
monitoring - ABG interpretation
- Sedation & Opioids
- Nurse Anesthesia Resident
Phase (excluding NAR Boot Camp) - Quarterly Financial Planning
Webinars- Natalie A. Kratzer, ChFC®, CLF®,
CLTC®, FIC
- Natalie A. Kratzer, ChFC®, CLF®,
- Discount Admission to Annual
Virtual Conference
*Yearly subscription will renew automatically on the date you enroll
CSPA GUARANTEE
APPLICATION ONLY
The total cost of this program with the yearly payment option is $2497 (a $303 savings!) which includes a $895 deposit and one payment of $1602. By application only. Terms and conditions apply.
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The application window will be open for 7 days and will reopen during the last week of every month.
The CSPA CRNA Guarantee Program is a 12-month program that GUARANTEES your acceptance to CRNA School or you get your money back! This program includes the following CRNA School Prep Academy content and features:
- All content and features included in the Premium Membership PLUS +
- Tailored feedback from CRNA Faculty during weekly group office hours
- 12 month step-by-step
curriculum - FREE Annual Virtual
Conference Ticket - Weekly Coaching with
CRNA Program Faculty - Monthly CRNA Mentor
Session - Quarterly Group Financial Planning Q&A with Natalie A. Kratzer, ChFC®, CLF®, CLTC®, FIC
- Certificate of completion once 70% of CSPA courses are completed.
- Certificate can be submitted with your CRNA application.
- Discount on NTN Services
- Discount on Nurse Anesthesia Resident Boot Camp
Requirements To Apply:
- Applicants must have a 3.0 Overall GPA and 3.2 Science GPA
- Applicants must apply to 3 CRNA Schools
- All applications must be submitted at least five months after the program start date
- Terms of participation apply
*Yearly subscription will renew automatically on the date you enroll
if you are less than 100% satisfied get a no questons asked refund within the first 30 days!
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If you’re finally ready to...
be the most qualified candidate you can be
prepare for all aspects of becoming a CRNA, from start to finish
knock out those limiting beliefs
invest in yourself and your future
AND
receive that piece of paper that reads, “Your Name, CRNA”
FAQ:
most frequently asked questions
You should join CSPA foundations when you are exploring this career path or approximately 2-4+ years prior to applying
You should join CSPA Premium when you are 1-2 years away from applying
You should apply CSPA guarantee 6-9 months prior to applying to CRNA School
Yes, you can. While you will have some overlap in course content you will have a step by step 12 month curriculum with (3) three CRNA Faculty coaching sessions a month and a CRNA mentor session (1) once a month. You also gain free access to our yearly virtual conference.
- You must apply to at minimum (4) CRNA Schools within 12 months of using the guarantee program (rejection letters must be submitted)
- If you apply at the end of the 12 month program and do not know the results of the interview by the time the program ends you can still request a refund after your receive all 4 rejections (application deadline must be within the 12 month calendar year).
- You must complete 70% of the course curriculum
- You must do 2 mock interviews through Nurses Teach Nurses (not included in the cost)
- Attend 12 Office Hour sessions (1) a month or 12 total in the 12 month program. ( you will have 35 opportunities to attend office hours) – this is a 34% attendance
- A waitlist is seen as an acceptance until you get an official rejection notice.
- If you apply to 4 schools and get rejected to 3 and waitlisted at 1 and do not find out you have been rejected until after the 12 month program ends, you are still entitled to receive your full refund.
- As long as you applied to the program you are waitlisted to during your 12 month program you can remain on the waitlist for as kong as they keep you there and still qualify for a refund once you are officially rejected.
- You must have proof of rejection.
- CSPA will help you understand what it means to be a CRNA, help you plan for your success, help you standout from the competition, help you apply with confidence and ace your interview. We then help you prepare to start your RRNA journey so that you feel ready to tackle the road ahead.
- With over 100 hours of on demand courses and replays you will have access to all the best resources and tools to become a CRNA
- We currently hold (1) one live event a month or we release (1) one new course a month. Courses are designed and taught by CRNA community leaders and CRNA educators.
- As a CSPA student you will have access to our 24/7 community both on FB and our private community forum.
- See why over 1,800 nurses use CSPA to find success in their CRNA journey, YOUR WIN IS OUR WIN!
If you are unsure if CRNA is the right career path, we suggest job shadowing and utilizing our free resources like the Podcast and Facebook community until you know with certainty that CRNA is the right career path for you.
Are you teachable, adaptable and open to trying new things? Some advice may not be what you want to hear and it may even be disappointing. We will always be truthful and try our best to set you on a path for success. Know that sometimes this may require additional courses, certifications or even changing the unit you work on.
Becoming a community member is an investment towards your future. CRNA School Prep Academy has a team of CRNA’s who pour into this community. We also have a dream team behind the scenes that keeps the website and the community running smoothly. We strive to provide value to both our students and all of the wonderful contributors. If paying to be apart of a mentoring program is not what you are looking for, we understand! Please utilize all the Free resources we provide including our Podcast and FREE Facebook community. Remember to go to your schools Open House Events!!
We also suggest to ask for a CSPA membership gift from your supportive parent, or grandparents. We have had students join with the support of family. We also have had students gain reimbursement through their employees because of our CE credits.
If your undergraduate GPA is under a 3.0 , unless schools see clear evidence elsewhere of strong academic ability, you will probably not be offered an interview. You may be able to overshadow a GPA that is slightly below standard, if you have accumulated other evidence of academic ability subsequent to your undergraduate work (such as through graduate work, repeating undergraduate sciences {if needed}, outstanding leadership roles and by being very active within the community).
Unfortunately it comes down to CRNA programs are very competitive. For every previously-unfocused person, there are numerous more who were, and who show up with a transcript attesting to strong academic ability. It is an advantage in the selection process. So, how can you escape the stigma of this GPA? The best way to do so would be to demonstrate your academic ability as it is now.
A good place to start would be with anesthesia prerequisite courses if you have not taken them in your undergraduate education. The prerequisites usually consist of courses in statistics, chemistry or possibly physics . These can be at the undergraduate level, but if you desire to demonstrate your academic ability, it may make more of an impression if you do any coursework at this point at the graduate level. If your prerequisites are completed already, then think about taking some graduate courses. I always advise that you reach out to your program for guidance on which courses would be the most beneficial based on your transcripts.
Performance in sciences such as pharmacology, pathophysiology, or chemistry are good ways to demonstrate your ability in technical graduate courses. If you need to demonstrate your academic ability, consider the quality of the work you do at this point, as well. If you take nursing theory and achieve less than an A in the course, you may not be making the impression you need to. Likewise, if you challenge yourself to more rigorous coursework (such as an advanced pathophysiology or pharmacology course), good performance would speak towards your abilities.
The best place to start is a shadowing experience. I encourage you to do this multiple times and in various settings. Do not wait until you are thinking about applying to do this. Start when you are in a nursing program and ask for an OR experience. Then as a nurses aid call up the anesthesia department or walk over and ask to speak with someone about setting up a shadow day. Same thing after you become a nurse. If you have 2-3 shadowing experiences under your belt and you feel that FIRE and PASSION to DO THIS. GO ALL IN! If you are thinking about changing your career to CRNA then defiantly shadow prior to making this large commitment. CRNA school is a 3 year full time commitment which is also very costly. Make sure you see the job in action before you decide this is the right career path for you. Most competitive candidates have 40 plus hours shadowing a CRNA. This also sets yourself up to be able to get a reference from the CRNA you shadow. ** Remember to document your day regardless if the school requires it.**
CSPA can help SRNA’s prepare for the rigors of school with our emotional intelligence workshops, and group study sessions.
If you are looking for a separate course you can purchase our Nurse Anesthesia Resident Bootcamp. Check with your program first because many schools are purchasing the NAR Bootcamp for their cohorts once they start. Learn more about CSPA NAR Bootcamp here
