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Anesthesia Practice Program<\/li><\/ol><\/nav>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color\">Entry-Level DNAP Degree in 36 Months<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-8\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>The Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice Entry-Level Program at the University of Michigan-Flint empowers you to become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist capable of providing quality anesthesia care.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center mb-2 has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e7acfff97cd13d1265f89d0a967c0999\">Follow DNAP on Social<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-social-links aligncenter has-icon-color has-icon-background-color is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-social-links-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-social-links-is-layout-flex\"><li style=\"color:#fafafa;background-color:#00274c;\" 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Building upon your existing nursing knowledge and experience, this 36-month nurse anesthesia practice program increases your credentials through a mix of didactic studies and clinical experiences.<br><br>By completing the robust Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia program with the seven-semester clinical training, you exceed the minimum requirements established by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs. You are also eligible to take the NBCRNA National Certification Examination, the final step to becoming an independent practicing CRNA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading mb-2 has-primary-color has-text-color\">On This Page<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-5\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#why-choose\">Why Choose UM-Flint<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#Curriculum\">Curriculum<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#admission-requirements\">Admission Requirements<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-apply\">How to Apply<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#deadlines\">Application Deadlines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#Accreditation\">Accreditation<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#academic-advising\">Academic Advising<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Doctorate of Nurse Anesthesia Practice Webinar\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/x3p1FfAzcIU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light h-auto mt-5 mb-5\" style=\"min-height:20px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-white-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-8\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-3 mb-3 has-primary-color has-text-color\" id=\"why-choose\">Why Choose UM-Flint\u2019s DNAP Program?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ranked among the nation\u2019s best nursing anesthesia programs by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/best-graduate-schools\/top-health-schools\/university-of-michigan-flint-171146\">U.S. News &amp; World Report<\/a>, UM-Flint\u2019s Nurse Anesthesia program has a proven record of fostering competent CRNAs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Clear Path to Degree<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When enrolling in the Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice program, you receive a detailed plan for three academic years of study clearly mapping your path to degree completion. The program\u2019s design allows you to maintain employment as a registered nurse in year one with the flexibility to attend didactic courses in blended online and in-person formats in years two and three. However, due to the course load and clinical hours in years two and three, it\u2019s recommended to relinquish your full-time employment following year one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Interactive Learning Environment<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>UM-Flint\u2019s DNAP program provides you with individualized attention and support from our outstanding faculty and staff. You learn in small classes where you are encouraged to collaborate with your peers and instructors.<br><br>The program utilizes low- and high-fidelity simulation to prepare you for clinical practicum courses and specialty clinical rotations. This engaging learning environment encourages investigation, innovation, and problem-solving. You can develop the skills to think critically, assess patients quickly, communicate effectively, and be a valued asset to your healthcare team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Affiliate Clinical Sites<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With over 40 clinical sites throughout Michigan, UM-Flint\u2019s Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice degree program has a reputation for producing excellent clinical CRNAs prepared to enter practice in all anesthetic settings. The DNAP degree program empowers you to gain experience in Nurse Anesthesia practice in diverse healthcare institutions, including rural and independent CRNA settings.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light mt-4\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#c9cacd\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized inline-image-paragraph mt-2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2022\/02\/Quotes-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"Quote Marks\" class=\"wp-image-1803\" style=\"width:61px;height:61px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2022\/02\/Quotes-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2022\/02\/Quotes-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2022\/02\/Quotes-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2022\/02\/Quotes-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2022\/02\/Quotes.png 1250w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>UM-Flint\u2019s DNAP program pushes students to be the best. We have clinical sites all over the state, and each site provides us with a vast array of clinical experiences. We receive the skill of practice, autonomy, and independence to develop our own anesthesia practice. I am now a doctorally prepared nurse anesthetist. A title I wear proudly. Continuing my educational journey was very important to me. I built on the information I obtained in nursing school while continuing to work closely with patients. I have proudly taken my place at the head of the bed in the OR and collaborated closely with other members of the OR team.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-css-opacity has-white-background-color has-background\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bryanna Williams<\/strong><br><em>Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice 2021<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"555\" height=\"370\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2021\/11\/BryannaWilliams.jpg\" alt=\"Bryanna Williams\" class=\"wp-image-1485\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2021\/11\/BryannaWilliams.jpg 555w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2021\/11\/BryannaWilliams-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 555px) 100vw, 555px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Curriculum\">Nurse Anesthesia Program Curriculum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>UM-Flint\u2019s Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice program employs an in-depth curriculum with 46 courses (92 credits). Integrating intensive classroom instruction with practical clinical experience, the DNAP degree program curriculum exceeds the requirements set by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs.<br><br>The didactic courses and clinical practicum are completed in 36 months in the program\u2019s cohort-based study plan. Throughout the curriculum, students are prepared to successfully complete the NBCRNA National Certification Examination and engage in a designated Comprehensive Anesthesia Review course in the last semester of the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button mb-3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-warning-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/catalog.umflint.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=38&amp;poid=16250&amp;returnto=5138\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View the full <strong>Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice<\/strong> Program curriculum<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-f4f86b81b09720d1f49e458e78fef2c3\"><strong>DNAP\/MBA Dual Degree option<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/dual-degree-programs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice\/Master of Business Administration<\/a>&nbsp;is designed for CRNAs interested in business or health care administration. The curriculum allows students to apply up to 12 specified credits of the DNAP degree to their MBA degree with a concentration in Health Care Management. The degrees are awarded independently and students matriculate into the MBA program after completing their DNAP degree. The MBA program courses are offered in various formats: online, hybrid online courses, or on-campus classes\/online classes from week to week with hyperflex courses.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-css-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background mt-5 mb-5\" \/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color\">CRNA Career Outlook<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The overall employment of CRNAs is expected to grow by 13% through 2030.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The mean wage for CRNAs is <strong>$205,770<\/strong> in the United States and <strong>$199,690<\/strong> in Michigan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/oes\/current\/oes291151.htm\">U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics<\/a><br><br>Do you know that nearly 54,000 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists deliver over 45 million anesthetics annually in the U.S., providing patients access to affordable, quality health care? CRNAs are sole anesthesia providers for two-thirds of rural hospitals in the United States and deliver safe, efficient anesthesia services to people of all races, ethnicities, ages and income levels.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2024\/03\/Anesthesia.Stat_-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6285\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2024\/03\/Anesthesia.Stat_-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2024\/03\/Anesthesia.Stat_-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2024\/03\/Anesthesia.Stat_-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2024\/03\/Anesthesia.Stat_-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2024\/03\/Anesthesia.Stat_.png 1042w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As 40% of the current CRNAs are projected to retire within the next 10 years and the elderly population is growing, the need for anesthesia services increases. The current graduation rate of approximately 2,500 CRNAs annually does not keep up with the projected demand.<br><br>UM-Flint\u2019s DNAP degree program is designed to help you embark on this meaningful career as a nurse anesthetist and serve the community with your expertise.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1700\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-10077 size-full\" alt=\"A medical professional in scrubs is performing a procedure on a patient lying on an operating table, while another staff member assists.\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/11\/Anesthesia.2-1.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/11\/Anesthesia.2-1.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/11\/Anesthesia.2-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/11\/Anesthesia.2-1-1024x680.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/11\/Anesthesia.2-1-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/11\/Anesthesia.2-1-1536x1020.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/11\/Anesthesia.2-1-2048x1360.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#FFF\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light h-auto\" style=\"min-height:20px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-white-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-3 mb-4 has-primary-color has-text-color\" id=\"admission-requirements\">Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Admission Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Program enrollment is limited. Admission is very competitive and highly selective. The Anesthesia Program Admissions Committee uses a holistic process to evaluate applications and gives preference to applicants judged best qualified to succeed. You must meet the following requirements to be considered for admission:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>DNAP Degree Admission Prerequisites<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA in each of the following 3 credits or more courses from a regionally accredited institution. Use the <a href=\"https:\/\/transfer.umflint.edu\/\">Transfer Equivalency Guide<\/a> to check non-UM course matches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-a82c744d112af0cabcc37d551d7d794e\"><strong>Required Courses<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>College Algebra<\/strong> \u2013 MTH 111 with a B or qualifying AP\/CLEP scores<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Statistics<\/strong> \u2013 Undergraduate or graduate level<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>General Chemistry<\/strong> \u2013 CHM 150 or CHM 260<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>General Chemistry Lab<\/strong> \u2013 CHM 151 or CHM 261 <em>(strongly recommended)<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Organic or Biological Chemistry<\/strong> \u2013 CHM 220 or CHM 252<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pathophysiology<\/strong> \u2013 NSC 207<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Human Anatomy &amp; Physiology I and II<\/strong>* \u2013 BIO 167 and BIO 168<br><em>*Single semester Anatomy &amp; Physiology courses must be 5 or more credit hours.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants presently enrolled in a single final prerequisite course may apply for admission consideration only if all other prerequisite course requirements have been met. Applications otherwise incomplete will not be reviewed. Documentation of enrollment in prerequisite course must be included at the time of application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Professional Criteria<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">The following criteria establish the eligibility baseline for admission consideration:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Current, unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse with no history of an encumbered professional license (RN, LPN, NP, EMT, paramedic, etc.) in Michigan or one of the United States or protectorates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bachelor&#8217;s degree in nursing or an appropriate biological science with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 from a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/admitted-students\/transfer-students\/#accredited\">regionally accredited institution<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Entry-to-Practice Nursing GPA of at least 3.0 from a regionally accredited institution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GPA of at least 3.0 in required prerequisite courses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimum of one year of full-time experience, or its part-time equivalent, as a registered nurse practicing in the United States, its territories, or a US military hospital outside of the US in a critical care setting such as SICU, MICU, CCU. Other critical care units may be considered if the applicant\u2019s experience meets the COA definition of critical care experience where on a routine basis, the registered nurse manages one or more of the following: invasive hemodynamic monitors (e.g., pulmonary artery, central venous pressure, and arterial catheters), cardiac assist devices, mechanical ventilation, and vasoactive infusions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Currently working as a registered nurse in a critical care unit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Evidence of at least eight hours of CRNA shadowing within 12 months of the application deadline to which you are applying<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Current Basic Life Support Provider certification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider certification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support Provider certification<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to the length of time that it may take international applicants to become licensed as a registered nurse in the United States, applicants who are pending receipt of a license will not be considered. CCRN, TNCC, or other specialty certifications are not required but strengthen the application.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light h-auto mb-5\" style=\"min-height:20px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-white-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-3 mb-4 has-primary-color has-text-color\" id=\"how-to-apply\">How to Apply to UM-Flint\u2019s DNAP Program<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-8\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">To be considered for admission, submit an online application below. The required documentation can be emailed to <a href=\"mailto:FlintGradOffice@umich.edu\">FlintGradOffice@umich.edu<\/a> or delivered to the Office of Graduate Programs, 251 Thompson Library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/apply\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Application for Graduate Admission<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>$55 application fee (non-refundable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A completed supplemental application to the DNAP located within your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/apply\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Applicant Portal<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1WM7a7jlWtSvuCTw2LIcACh_tXIGXxK42vFQeZ-BmGtU\/edit\" target=\"_blank\">DNAP Job Shadow Verification Form<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>R\u00e9sum\u00e9 or CV<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Please read our full&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/transcript-policy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Graduate Transcript Policy for Domestic Students<\/a> for more information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For any degree completed at a non-U.S. institution, transcripts must be submitted for an internal credential review.&nbsp;Read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/international-transcript-evaluation\/\">International Transcript Evaluation<\/a>&nbsp;for instructions on how to submit your transcripts for review.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If English is not your native language, and you are not from an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/admissions\/english-proficiency\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">exempt country<\/a>, you must demonstrate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/english-proficiency\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">English proficiency<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Autobiographical Essay of 500 to 1000 words describing professional goals, health care experience, career expectations, and reason for selecting the field of anesthesia. Essays may be submitted online during the application process or emailed to <a href=\"mailto:FlintGradOffice@umich.edu\">FlintGradOffice@umich.edu<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/recommendation-letters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Three letters of recommendation<\/a> one from each of the following\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dean, director, or faculty member of your entry-to-practice nursing program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Present immediate supervisor (the person who performs your annual evaluation)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A practicing colleague who is familiar with your work as a registered nurse<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copy of military discharge, if applicable (DD Form 214)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copy of current, unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse in Michigan or one of the United States or protectorates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copy of current Basic Life Support certificate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copy of current Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copy of current Pediatric Advanced Life Support certificate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students from abroad must submit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/admissions\/international-students\/\">additional documentation<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants are welcome to submit additional licenses\/certifications\/materials to supplement their application (CCRN, TNCC, etc.). However, as these are not required application components for admission, they will not be reflected in your application checklist but may strengthen your application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This program is an on-campus program with in-person courses. Admitted students can apply for a student (F-1) visa; however you must be a currently licensed Registered Nurse in Michigan or one of the United States or protectorates. Students living abroad are unable to complete this program online in their home country. <span style=\"margin: 0px;padding: 0px\">Other non-<\/span>immigrant visa holders currently in the United States, please contact the Center for Global Engagement at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:globalflint@umich.edu\">globalflint@umich.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Interview Process<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants selected for further review are required to complete the program interview process to retain eligibility for admission to the relevant cohort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Transfer Students<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Anesthesia program cannot accept students as transfers. Applicants previously enrolled in other anesthesia programs must apply through the standard application process. Program transcripts, clinical evaluations and a recommendation from the prior program director must be included with the application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-dark-color has-css-opacity has-dark-background-color has-background mt-5 mb-5\" \/>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-primary-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"287\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2022\/03\/GP.Ambassadors.Hor_-1024x287.png\" alt=\"Graduate Programs Ambassadors\" class=\"wp-image-2124\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2022\/03\/GP.Ambassadors.Hor_-1024x287.png 1024w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2022\/03\/GP.Ambassadors.Hor_-300x84.png 300w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2022\/03\/GP.Ambassadors.Hor_-768x215.png 768w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2022\/03\/GP.Ambassadors.Hor_-1536x430.png 1536w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2022\/03\/GP.Ambassadors.Hor_-2048x573.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"772\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/03\/Taylor-Maples-772x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8077\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/03\/Taylor-Maples-772x1024.jpeg 772w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/03\/Taylor-Maples-226x300.jpeg 226w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/03\/Taylor-Maples-768x1019.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/03\/Taylor-Maples-1158x1536.jpeg 1158w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2025\/03\/Taylor-Maples.jpeg 1290w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 772px) 100vw, 772px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-48708dba06248b00ec8a493b9d6e0863\"><strong>Taylor M.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"mailto:taycarte@umich.edu\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-white-color\">taycarte@umich.edu<\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Educational Background: <\/strong>Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of Michigan-Flint<br><br><strong>What are some of the best qualities of your program? <\/strong>UM-Flint\u2019s Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Program is amazing. This program truly pushes you to be the best and prepares us to become a very well rounded, strong CRNA. The faculty pushes us as students and are incredibly supportive in their students\u2019 success in this program. They are always willing to go above and beyond to ensure students understand the material. Another amazing quality is the amount of mentorship and support we have from peers in our cohort as well as the other cohorts. Everyone is so supportive and extremely helpful when you have questions especially in regard to what to expect from each class or for when you\u2019re starting at new clinical sites.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color\" id=\"deadlines\">Application Deadlines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">The Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice program accepts fall admits only. Submit all application materials to the Office of Graduate Programs on, or before, the day of the application deadline:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>July 1 (early review)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>December 1 (regular review)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color\" id=\"Accreditation\">Accreditation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The University of Michigan-Flint is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. The Nurse Anesthesia Program is further accredited by the <a href=\"http:\/\/coacrna.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs<\/a>, 10275 W. Higgins Rd., Suite 906, Rosemont, IL 60018-5603, 224-275-9130. The program&#8217;s next accreditation review by the COA is scheduled for fall 2034.<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coacrna.org\/programs-fellowships\/list-of-accredited-programs\/\">Complete Listing of Accredited Anesthesia Programs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p><strong>Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice, Class of 2025<\/strong><br>Certification Examination overall pass rate: 97%<br>Certification Examination first- and second-attempt pass rate within 60 days of graduation: 90%<br>Certification Examination first-attempt pass rate: 90%<br>Attrition (30 admitted, 30 graduated): 0%<br>Employment within 6 months of graduation: 97%<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p><strong>Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice, Class of 2024<\/strong><br>Certification Examination overall pass rate: 100%<br>Certification Examination first- and second-attempt pass rate within 60 days of graduation: 96%<br>Certification Examination first-attempt pass rate: 96%<br>Attrition (30 admitted, 28 graduated): 7%<br>Employment within 6 months of graduation: 96%<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p><strong>Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice, Class of 2023<\/strong><br>Certification Examination overall pass rate: 100%<br>Certification Examination first- and second-attempt pass rate within 60 days of graduation: 93%<br>Certification Examination first-attempt pass rate: 69%<br>Attrition (30 admitted, 29 graduated): 3%<br>Employment within 6 months of graduation: 97%<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-css-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background mt-5 mb-5\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-4 has-primary-color has-text-color\" id=\"academic-advising\">Academic Advising<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At UM-Flint, we are proud to have many dedicated advisors who are the experts students can rely upon to help guide their educational journey. For academic advising, please contact Lisa Pagano-Lawrence in the Anesthesia Department at <a href=\"mailto:lpaganol@umich.edu\">lpaganol@umich.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-css-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background mt-5 mb-5\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color\">Learn More about the DNAP Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-5\">UM-Flint\u2019s Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice degree program equips you with comprehensive knowledge and clinical experience to provide quality anesthesia care. Take your next step toward becoming a CRNA\u2014request information to learn more about our DNAP program, or start your application today!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 mb-3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-secondary-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/apply\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Start your application today<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 mb-3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-danger-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/go.umflint.edu\/request-info\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Request Information<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light h-auto mb-4 mt-4\" style=\"min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-695\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/10\/files\/2023\/05\/Blue.Walking.Bridge.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center mt-3 has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f37781ad87d56520be84165068a12af4\" style=\"font-size:clamp(21.536px, 1.346rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 1.052), 35px);\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\"><strong>UM-FLINT BLOGS<\/strong><\/mark> <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-white-color\">|   Graduate Programs<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-umflint-news-carousel wp-news-carousel um-flint--news-carousel slick-slider-container\" data-site=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\" data-tag=\"27\"><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice Entry-Level Program at UM-Flint prepares you to become a CRNA capable of providing quality anesthesia care. 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