Am I Too Old To Become A CRNA?

Am I too old to become a CRNA? It’s a common question asked inside the Academy & the decision can feel very overwhelming. The good news is, whether you’re looking at a career change, or just getting a later start, CRNA is a total possibility for you!

In today’s episode, we’re busting through the most common fears in regard to age when applying to school, including:

A realistic look at your financial situation (and how much CRNAs can potentially earn)

How to navigate retaking courses if you’ve been out of the academic game for a while

How to make your extensive ICU experience work FOR you as you become an SRNA

The role that your mindset plays in your success and overcoming your unique challenges

How going back to school later can actually be highly beneficial

If CRNA is your dream, then it’s time to follow your heart! It’s never too late to make a step toward a career that you love. We’ve got your back, future CRNA!

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✅ Must-Watch List ✅

Episode 6: Which ICU Is Best For CRNA?

Episode 9: Tackling the CRNA School Interview

Episode 30: Am I Too Old For CRNA?

Episode 38: How Do I Know CRNA Is The Right Career For Me?

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[twill]

I’m 47 with 1 yr ICU experience, taking science classes, just passed the CCRN, gathering my info, and plan to submit my CRNA application in 2024.

[ml]

I’m 40 years old and I start CRNA school in August

[briaunahinds]

I’ll be 30 in August & I’m just now going back to school for nursing. I’m a PCT at the hospital & Currently doing general classes. I’m so excited for the future. CRNA is the goal! 🙌❤️

[chocobeautycharles]

Sometimes I think we underestimate the power of the wisdom and resilience that age and life experience provides. I went back to nursing school at 33years old. Was on top of my nursing class and graduated with honors in my ADN while working full time, being a mother and wife. It wasn’t always easy but I think my life experiences before RN school gave me the determination and resilience to make it through. As she stated, you have to assess where you are in your life, what you are passionate about, and how realistic those goals are for you.

[selinaleewright]

Thank you for this ! I went to NP school in 2016 when I was 42 now I’m about to be 48 and starting a critical care residency program. It’s always about challenging ourselves

[hoihtah]

I am 47 applying for accelerated BSN to start 2023 fall. I hope to apply to CRNA program in 3-4 years. Ill bookmark this and will follow up as i go

[metheone]

My grandma decided to go back for her nursing degree at 70 years old!

[Neon-Indian]

I’m 35 and I’m starting from the beginning

[thomaschezik]

I am a late 30's SRNA student in my first year of the program, one thing I would add to this is please please please understand that this program is going to engulf your entire life, it becomes the sun in your personal universe. If you have young children, please be sure you are willing to give up that time with them and understand that this is 100% sacrifice of having that time and memories that you would have had with them otherwise. This is the #1 debilitating factor for me personally. I went in knowing this, but it still gives me TREMENDOUS guilt everyday. There is no easy program, doesn't matter how smart your are, how much experience you have, the volume of information requires studying that most of you haven't ever experienced. I have several friends in medical school that are in their 3-4 year, and they think the amount of info and skills development Im going through right now is insane. Just to give you contrast, they have about 3-4x the amount of "free time" that I have, the still go on vacation, and have social lives. I have NONE OF THAT. I spend 10-14hrs a day studying, reading, practicing, and this is 7 days a week, I take a 1/2 day off every 2 weeks.

[JORINPHIA]

I’m 36 and went back to school for nursing. I will graduate May 2023. Thinking about CRNA school.

[marathongirl]

Very informative and inspirational video. I will be starting this at almost 60.

[sinuelucatero]

I’m 39 and retiring from the active army. I am in a nursing program now after earning my BS in social psych back in 2016. This was definitely encouraging to watch since I have debated whether or not I’m too old to pursue a CRNA career or to stop at my BSN. Thank you!

[evea]

Thanks for the video Jenny! As an almost 40 y/o acnp in critical care, I have been mostly concerned about the rigors of returning to academia for crna. I know I can do it but it will be a steep learning curve for sure. It feels like the anticipation before the top of the roller coaster… then a brief pause at the top before rushing down to the bottom. I’m excitedly nervous for the future. Now, how to get motivated to retake the GRE is the next obstacle 😝

[kray-zivan]

I'm going to be 45 in a couple months and am an ER nurse of six years, but no experience in ICU. I just finished my BSN last August. I want to tackle CRNA school and I am looking forward to learning from your videos and elsewhere about where i need to start and what turns to make in the journey to come.

Thank you so much for all you are doing.

[Noktackey]

I have a Bachelor's before like 15 years ago and going back to school for nursing at age 39 now. My brain is still sharp in terms of intellectual abilities but the most struggle is, I can't tolerate the lack of sleep the way I could with my first Bachelor's. And this struggle is so real. I can't function well without good sleep. I am planning to be an WHNP. I don't even know if the day would

[chrisclements]

I'm super grateful that you made this video! I just turned 53 and finally figured out what I want to do with my life, post military retirement. Working on jets is the same as working on LOL! Anyway, thanks for the insight and confidence boost!

[AngelicasJourneyy]

I’m 31 and I’m Just getting started with my journey to become a CRNA I’m currently taking my STNA classes and I’m just so excited to pass my boards and from there nursing school I’m so ready 6:40

[soukainajasmin]

This video and the comments gave me the encouragement I needed to go for it… I was concerned about my age… I am 39 about to be 40 in 2 years

[mimimomo]

I’m 49. I think I’m too old at this point. I’d have at start from scratch. This is great info. Thank you

[latanyarose]

Thank you sooo much for this podcast! This was very encouraging and informative!