Looking for the best CRNA schools in Florida? We have done the research so you don’t have to work too hard – here are your best options for schools in Florida with nurse anesthetist programs. Some good options here – one of the better served states.
If you want to advance your career and become specialized in a growing field of nursing, training to become a nurse anesthetist might be a path to take.
If you currently hold a Registered Nursing license in Florida there are several CRNA programs on offer with which to advance your professional practice. You can enroll in a DNP program specializing in nurse anesthesia. These advanced practice nurses have great career prospects and excellent earning potential.
Check out our nursing salaries in Florida page for a detailed look at various nurse specialties and the wages breakdown. After that see our main average nurse salary by state page – this shows you how Florida nursing salaries compare to other states in the US.
CRNA’s in Florida are advanced practice nurses who are registered by the Florida Board of Nursing and have certification from the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA).
They must hold a current Florida Registered Nurse License, have successfully graduated from an approved educational program and completed the National Certification Exam. They must conform with all requirements for re-certification as per the Florida Association of Nurse Anesthetists.
Changes to how CRNA’s are trained and become qualified are being introduced with many schools and universities submitting applications to the COA for approval to award doctoral programs.
“The Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA) requires that all students matriculating into a nurse anesthesia educational program on January 1, 2022 or thereafter be enrolled in a program approved by the COA to award a practice doctoral degree.”
These changes are necessary because The American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) has stated that :
“By 2025 all CRNA programs change from the current Master of Science in Nurse Anesthesia degree to a Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice. All nurse anesthetists qualified before 2025 will not have to go back and study as they will be “grandfathered” in.”
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CRNA Programs in Florida
Adventist University of Health Sciences
671 Winyah Drive
Orlando FL
Program Facts
- CRNA Degree DNAP
- Duration 9 semesters over 36 months of continuing education
- Class Size 30
- Tuition costs and expenses approx $115,000
- Accreditation The Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) program is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA)
Barry University
11300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami Shores, FL
Program Facts
- Post Masters DNP with a specialization in Anesthesiology
- Duration 24 months part time
- Cost $1000 per month
- Flexible on line course work with one campus weekend per year
- Accreditation- The Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA)
Florida Gulf Coast University
10501 FGCU Blvd S
Fort Myers, FL
Program Facts
- Degree
- BSN- DNP Duration 9 semester, 36 months continuous education costing approx. $17,500 per semester
- MSN- DNP 37 credit hours over a 24 month part time basis costing $373 per credit hour approx
- Accreditation- The Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA)
Florida International University
FIU Nurse Anesthetist Practice Unit
Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing & Health Sciences
Modesto A. Maidique Campus
11200 SW 8 Street Miami, Florida
Program Facts
- Degree DNP-NA
- Duration 9 semesters over 36 months continuous education
- Class size 45
- Costs and Expenses Approx.
- In state $84,500
- Out of State $141,00
- Accreditation- The Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA)
University of North Florida
School of Nursing
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL
Program Facts
- Degree DNP
- Duration 9 semesters over a 36 month period
- Approx Costs and fees
- In state $67,000
- Out of State $135,000
- Accreditation- The Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA)
University of Miami
Coral Gables, FL
Program Facts
- Degree BSN-DNP
- Duration 9 semester 36 month continuous education
- Class Size 30 per intake
- Costs $132,000 + additional expenses
- Accreditation- The Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA)
University of South Florida
12901 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.
Tampa, FL
Program Facts
- Degree DNP in Nurse Anesthesia
- Duration 9 semesters, 36 months continuous education
- Class size 50 students per intake
- Cost $800 for one credit hour-total fees
As you can see there are quite a few CRNA schools in Florida to pick from and doing some further research will help you make the right decision for you. Always take your time and don’t rush into the first program you find. This is a great starting list but you must research much more to find the best CRNA school for your needs.
Remember to have a look at our main CRNA Schools and Programs in All States page – perhaps Florida may not be your best option for CRNA training. Keep an open mind and explore all possibilities.
See some popular states for CRNA schools include: Louisiana, New York and Ohio – have a look at what is on offer for nurse anesthesia training in those states too.
According to BLS latest figures there are 2,140 CRNA’s employed in Florida with these figures expected to rise significantly over the coming years. This is no doubt a great career progression for any RN looking for a change of direction … with great earning potential!
