University of Tennessee Chattanooga Nurse Anesthesia Program
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) is one of seven CRNA schools in Tennessee. The MSN graduate program in Nurse Anesthesia can be completed either in Chattanooga or at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS.
University of Tennessee Chattanooga CRNA at a Glance…
University of Tennessee Chattanooga Erlanger Health System Nurse Anesthesia Concentration School of Nursing 615 McCallie Avenue Chattanooga, TN 37403 ph: (423) 425-4644 fax: (423) 425-4668
Contact Information Linda Hill, CRNA, DNSc, APN Program Coordinator ph: (423) 425-5693 fax: (423) 778-7259 email: Linda-Hill@utc.edu
Quick Facts
CRNA Degree (s) offered Master of Science in Nursing: Concentration in Nurse Anesthesia, Post-Master's Certificate
Tuition is calculated at the 2011-2012 rates. Tuition at most schools increases each academic year. Over the duration of the program, expect to pay a tuition that is 5% to 15% higher than what is shown here.
Cost of In State Tuition: $26,758 *Fees and expenses: $3,000 Grand Total: $29, 758
Cost of Out of State Tuition: $73,376 *Fees and expenses: $3,000 Grand Total: $76,376
*This includes the cost of health insurance, books and supplies, test fees and miscellaneous school expenses.
Number of Applicants Approximately 110 applicants every year
When did this CRNA Program begin? 1995
Locations Chattanooga, Tennessee or Tupelo, Mississippi
Students completing the Nurse Anesthesia program in Tupelo spend the first three months on the UTC campus. Students attend the remaining courses using distance learning technology while making their clinical rotations at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo.
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CRNA Program Requirements
Required Bachelor Degree Bachelor degree in nursing from a NLNAC (National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission) or CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) accredited program
RN Current registered nurse license in Tennessee or eligibility for Tennessee licensure
Critical Care At least two years of critical care nursing experience within the last three years is required.
Accredited CRNA Programs are reviewed regularly. University of Tennessee Chattanooga Nurse Anesthetist Program was last reviewed 05/2002. It was given the maximum of 10 years accreditation and will be reviewed again 05/2012. This shows that the program is in full compliance with the COA’s accreditation standards.
Pass Rate for CRNA Boards at University of Tennessee Chattanooga Please note: It is extremely rare for a student at any CRNA school to not eventually pass the exam. Most students who don’t pass the first time pass the second. Very rarely does a person ever take it a third time. This statistic only measures how well the program prepares students to pass the test the first time around.
An average nurse anesthetist salary in Tennessee Tennessee CRNA salaries are a little higher than the national average and range from $150,000-$180,000.
An average annual nurse anesthetist salary in the US is $163,467 (according to a 2008 study)
Rural average: $174,214
Metropolitan average: $164,148
Suburban average: $156,630
Average starting CRNA salaries range from: $110,000-$130,000.
Can students work during the program? Students are strongly discouraged from working while enrolled in the nurse anesthesia program. The minimum time per week in the classroom/clinic is 40 - 50 hours which makes it a full time endeavor.
How soon after I apply to the program will I hear if I've been accepted? Successful candidates receive notification approximately four weeks after their interview. You must provide written acceptance of the offer. A $1,000 non-refundable matriculation fee is required to secure your position in the program and will be applied to your first year expenses.
Can I apply to both the Chattanooga and Tupelo locations at the same time? No. You must choose one or the other.
