Professional Licensure Disclosure Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologist (CRNA)

The Idaho State University Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice Program received
national accreditation from the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia
Educational Programs (COA) on May 20th 2025.

DNAP Program Mission Statement: The Idaho State University, Doctor of Nurse
Anesthesia Practice Program within the ISU School of Nursing is dedicated to preparing
competent, safe and compassionate independent practicing Certified Registered Nurse
Anesthesiologists (CRNAs) for rural and diverse populations through the integration of
formal didactic instruction, advanced simulation labs, and extensive clinical instruction.

We are proud to be Idaho’s first CRNA program. Following full accreditation, the first
cohort began courses in August 2025.

Upon completion of the Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice Program at Idaho State
University, graduates who comply with all state requirements for current and
unrestricted licensure as a registered professional nurse in all states in which they
currently hold an active license; may apply to take the National Certification Examination
(NCE). The NCE is administered by the National Board of Certification and
Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA). A passing score on this exam must be
achieved within 2 years following graduation in order to receive CRNA licensure.

CRNAs practice in all 50 states, delivering anesthesia in various settings, often as sole
providers in rural areas. This program has a unique focus on the independent practice
aspect of the profession.

For program information email: crna@isu.edu
Program Manager: jenniferhubard2@isu.edu
Program Director: shadwestover@isu.edu