Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice - Health Administration

The doctor of nurse anesthesia practice (DNAP) degree prepares students for expertise in the art and science of anesthesia. Nurse anesthesia is an evolving profession, sensitive to the needs of society and the profession. Individuals develop this expertise through a holistic and complex integration of affective, cognitive and psychomotor skills. The philosophy of Webster University's nurse anesthesia program is that graduate education is fundamental in preparation for practicing as a certified registered nurse anesthetist. Webster University also believes that the profession of anesthesia requires a scientific and dynamic approach to assist in the return to health. The professional nurse anesthetist provides a variety of health services to individual patients and underserved communities using a variety of theories. The practice of anesthesia involves assessment, planning, implementation, directing and evaluating the care process. The practice of nurse anesthesia is founded in a long tradition with numerous activities of the nurse anesthesia profession directed toward disease prevention, health maintenance, restoration, and rehabilitation. Strong moral, ethical, and legal codes are fundamental to the practice of nurse anesthesia. These codes are reflected in internal, external, independent, and interdependent behaviors.

Education at the graduate level is an expansion of the knowledge attained from undergraduate studies. Graduate education at Webster University encourages the development of advanced skills, theoretical knowledge and critical thinking skills to practice the art and science of anesthesia. The art and science of anesthesia are dynamic and require continued educational endeavors to stay abreast of current theory. Therefore, the nurse anesthetist must recognize the need to enhance one's knowledge and improve one's skills as a lifelong endeavor in the discipline of nurse anesthesia.

A completed DNAP CRNA Completion degree online application
A non-refundable application fee
Official transcripts from professional program
A current resume
Current copy of CRNA credential
A letter of reference from a supervisor that can attest to CRNA practice
Requirements for admission to the doctor of nurse anesthesia practice (CRNA completion) program include:

Master's degree in nurse anesthesia from an accredited institution.
A cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Official transcripts from all universities, colleges and professional schools.
A minimum of one year of practice as a CRNA or verification of a 4-credit hour Advanced Health Assessment course.
Proof of current CRNA license from NURSYS.com*, report should include all licenses and expirations.
A current r'sum.*
A letter of reference from a supervisor that can attest to CRNA practice. References are requested through the application.
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