DE Nurse Anesthesiology Program
A Collaboration of ChristianaCare and Wilmington University, with support from Anesthesia Services, P.A.
Program Snapshot:
36 Months
Full Time
Cohort-Based
Delaware’s First Nurse Anesthesiology Program
Pending Accreditation* by:
Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA)
10275 W. Higgins Road, Suite 906 / Rosemont, IL 60018-5603
(224) 275-9130 | accreditation@coacrna.org
Earn Your Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree in Anesthesiology To Become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
ChristianaCare and Wilmington University are partnering with leading health care organizations, including Anesthesia Services, P.A., to offer a program that trains critical care registered nurses to become Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs). This program is designed for bachelor’s-prepared R.N.s with at least one year of full-time critical care experience and spans 36 months, combining three years of rigorous didactic education with two years of clinical rotations.
The Delaware Nurse Anesthesiology Program at ChristianaCare and Wilmington University will:
- Offer more than 2,000 hours of clinical experience in high-acuity settings, covering a wide range of surgical specialties and patient populations across the lifespan.
- Integrate state-of-the-art simulation and skills labs, giving students hands-on training in a controlled environment to hone their clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.
- Focus on real-world experiential learning, led by practicing experts, to ensure graduates can apply theory to evidence-based practice in anesthesia care.
- Prioritize student well-being, fostering a supportive culture that values both academic success and personal health/well-being.
- Prepare graduates to sit for the National Certification Exam (NCE) to become CRNAs.
Add Your Talents to a Critical, Growing Field
A nationwide shortage of both anesthesiologists and CRNAs is creating a bottleneck for surgical service expansion. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects overall employment of nurse anesthetists to grow much faster than other occupations.
38% occupational growth between 2022-2032
47,810 employments
$212,650 median annual salary
The Delaware Nurse Anesthesiology Program aims to cultivate nurse leaders who will promote health equity and broaden access to care. Students will be trained to administer anesthesia to diverse patient populations in a range of clinical environments. Graduates will be equipped to apply evidence-based practices and spearhead health care innovation, ensuring better outcomes for all.
Benefit From the Expertise of Local Leaders
The Delaware Nurse Anesthesiology Program draws upon the strengths of three of Delaware’s leaders in health care and higher education:
ChristianaCare is one of the country’s most dynamic health care organizations, centered on improving health outcomes and innovating to make high-quality care more accessible, equitable and affordable. A leading provider in the region, ChristianaCare hosts a network of primary care physicians, urgent care centers, medical and surgical specialists, research and clinical trials, home health care, imaging, laboratory, and rehabilitation services.
For nearly 40 years, Wilmington University’s College of Health Professions & Natural Sciences has offered innovative, career-oriented educational programs to meet the diverse needs of local, national and international communities. WilmU’s nursing degree and certificate programs, led by experienced nurse leaders, provide excellence in competency-based education.
Anesthesia Services, P.A. (ASPA), established in 1987, is the largest anesthesia group in Delaware and is the exclusive anesthesia provider to ChristianaCare Health System. ASPA physicians are certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology, and CRNAs are certified by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists.
Next Step: Complete an Interest Form
Tell us a bit about yourself, and we will keep you updated on the Delaware Nurse Anesthesiology Program at ChristianaCare and Wilmington University.
Sign Up for Program Updates*Leaders of the Delaware Nurse Anesthesiology Program at ChristianaCare and Wilmington University, currently in Capability Review, are pursuing initial accreditation from the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA). Please note, no students can be enrolled until initial accreditation has been awarded.