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Episode 204
CRNA Program Faculty
What Really Matters When CRNA Programs Read Your Resume w. Dr. Ballister

CRNA school applications can feel overwhelming because you are not just submitting a resume. You are telling a full story about your readiness, your consistency, and your ability to succeed in a demanding doctoral program. In this faculty led Instagram Q and A, Dr. Michelle Ballister shares what she looks for from the admissions side, […]

Apr 8, 2026
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Episode 203
CRNA Program Faculty
Vasopressors: Choosing the Right Agent with Dr. Harmon DNP, CRNA

If you are an ICU nurse building toward CRNA school, vasopressors are not just “ICU knowledge”. They are interview knowledge, OR knowledge, and decision making knowledge. In this faculty led session, Dr. Matthew Harmon breaks down vasopressor basics through a simple hemodynamic framework (MAP, CO, SVR), then walks through how CRNAs think about norepinephrine (Levophed), […]

Mar 25, 2026
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Episode 202
CRNA Program Faculty
What Programs Really Want: A Candid Guide To CRNA Applications

If you’re building your CRNA application and feel stuck on the “what matters most” question, this episode brings clarity. Dr. Newman answers real applicant questions in a candid Q&A that covers the choices that make you more competitive: which courses to take, how schools view science GPA, and how to position your experience and judgment […]

Mar 11, 2026
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Episode 201
CRNA Program Faculty
Cracking CRNA Admissions: Myths, Interviews, And Next Steps

ICU nurses often assume CRNA admissions require a perfect GPA, a perfect resume, and a flawless interview. In this faculty led session from CRNA School Prep Academy, Dr. Matthew Harmon breaks down what actually matters most in CRNA school admissions, and what you can do when your application is not “perfect on paper.” You will […]

Feb 18, 2026
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Episode 200
CRNA Program Faculty
Mastering ICU Sedatives And Paralytics For Safer Care

ICU sedatives and paralytics can look similar on the surface because both can make a patient appear calm and still, but they are not interchangeable. In this faculty led session, Dr. Matthew Harmon breaks down the real difference between sedation and paralysis, why it matters for patient safety, and how to avoid the most common […]

Jan 19, 2026
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Episode 199
Application Phase
CRNA GPA Requirements: Is Your GPA Good Enough for CRNA School?

Join the Free CSPA Community! Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs, and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors who are ready to support you. Get real answers and expert guidance in a welcoming space that’s free from misinformation and negativity. You don’t have to do this alone! Join Now: […]

Nov 19, 2025
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