Hey, hey, future CRNAs!
As you guys likely know your chances of getting accepted into a CRNA school are slim when you look at the thousands of applications every year. So you need a plan, the right mindset, and the methods to do it. And while I’m not able to give you all this information in 1 live as I do in my 1:1 sessions or group. I can give you the 30,000 ft view.
So today’s topic is about debunking a big myth. Which is that most ICU nurses believe they have to have all this ICU experience to get accepted or need to be the most qualified which equals to being the most competitive. But that could be further from the truth.
Why is this thought process wrong?
This is totally wrong way to approach CRNA school acceptance. Because having this way of thinking will cause you to either quit before you try, give up during your journey or you will apply and never get accepted. And that is what we’re trying to prevent.
Now to get accepted with minimal experience you need to understand these 3 things.
- #1- If CRNA schools only looked at experience then many of you would get accepted just solely on that. So what that shows me is that there’s a lot that goes into becoming a CRNA.
- #2- I’ve talked to program directors who specifically have told me they are looking for a candidate that is a good fit.
- #3- And you need to have a clear and strategic plan and vision for your life and career.
And just knowing this will make you more likely to be a future CRNA.
What should you focus on to stand out?
Again, it’s a lot to unpack but what we teach is the get accepted now system or A5 system. Basically taking an assessment, looking at your potential, finding the right schools, your application, and having a successful interview.
But, if I was a newer ICU nurse I would focus on showing your true potential every chance you can. And what I would not focus on is what other ICU nurses are doing or those that are getting accepted.
Bottom line
So my question is- are you now seeing what is possible? You getting to the end goal as a CRNA. So there you have it. There is no such thing as- I can’t get accepted having minimal or the minimum ICU experience.
Because as I stated in the Facebook post, Tonya applied with less than 1 year of ICU experience and received an interview.
Of course, it’s really hard to know for sure if you got a good shot, or if you’re on track or not quite ready. The great thing is you can connect with an expert from the team via a free call. Here is the link so you don’t have to figure it all out on your own.
At the end of the day, just focus on what you’re doing and the goals you need to accomplish in order to become a CRNA.
