The Yale New Haven Hospital School of Nurse Anesthesia is a Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA)-accredited Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) program delivered through an academic partnership with Central Connecticut State University, featuring a 36-month curriculum with didactic study at CCSU followed by clinical experience at Yale New Haven Hospital and affiliate sites. The program maintains a small class size, focused clinical exposure, and has historically demonstrated high first-time National Certification Exam pass rates for its graduates.

Degree Type

Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP)

This program prepares students for advanced clinical practice in nurse anesthesia, focusing on evidence-based practice, leadership, and patient-centered care.

Program Length

36 months, full-time

The program includes didactic coursework, simulation training, and extensive clinical experiences.

Credit Hours

Approximately 80-86 credits

Credits include courses in advanced physiology, pharmacology, clinical anesthesia principles, and leadership development.

Starting Month

May

Courses begin in early May, with orientation sessions preceding the start of the term.

Application Deadline

• Entry-Level Applicants: September 1
• Post-Master’s Completion Applicants: June 1

Program Requirements

• Educational Background:
  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing or a related science from an accredited program for entry-level applicants.
  • Master’s degree for post-master’s completion applicants.
• Licensure:
  • Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the United States.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of one year of critical care experience within the past five years.
• Academic Performance:
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Science GPA of 3.3 or higher is preferred.
• Certifications:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification is strongly recommended.
• Prerequisite Coursework:
  • Courses in anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and biochemistry.

Additional Program Features

• Clinical Rotations: Diverse clinical training opportunities at Yale New Haven Hospital and affiliated sites, focusing on anesthesia for various populations and procedures.
• Simulation Training: Advanced simulation facilities prepare students for real-world clinical scenarios.
• Leadership Development: Curriculum includes healthcare policy and management courses to prepare students for leadership roles.

Contact

Yale New Haven Hospital School of Nurse Anesthesia

Address: 1450 Chapel Street – MOB Suite 216, New Haven, CT 06511-4405

Phone: (203) 789-3351

Email: ynhhsna@ynhh.org