Become a respected leader
Webster’s DNAP degree will help you advance your practice in anesthesia while gaining professional recognition as a leader. Our in-person program in Webster Groves, Missouri allows you to learn in our state-of-the-art operating room and labs so you’re fully prepared for real-world practice. Our 100% NCE pass rates and 100% employment rates for graduates mean you can feel confident that a Webster education will lead to a rewarding career.
Why a DNAP from Webster?
Earn the credentials to get ahead
Prepare for a specialized career as a Nurse Anesthetist while earning a doctoral degree, which meets the new guidelines established by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA). Webster’s unmatched clinical rotation experience exposes you to a wide range of patient care settings, from urban hospitals to rural clinics. This helps you gain experience providing anesthesia care to patients of all ages and backgrounds.
Our program is designed for RNs who aspire to:
- Take on leadership and advocacy roles
- Increase job opportunities, earn a higher salary and enjoy greater satisfaction at work
Become an expert in anesthesia delivery
Learn to deliver the highest-quality care to patients under anesthesia through our state-of-the-art labs and operating room simulations. By covering patient safety, individualized peri-anesthetic management, critical thinking, and communication skills, your coursework prepares you to:
- Perform a thorough pre-anesthetic assessment and physical examination to develop a safe and effective anesthesia care plan.
- Educate patients and families about anesthesia options and obtain informed consent.
- Administer and manage a variety of anesthetic techniques, including general anesthesia, regional anesthesia, and monitored anesthesia care (MAC).
- Safely emerge patients from anesthetic and transport to the Post Anesthesia Care Unit.
- Interpret and contribute to the development of health care policy.
Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) CRNA completion degree
Are you a practicing CRNA who wants to advance to a doctorate? Choose our DNAP CRNA completion degree offered through Webster University Online. Benefit from a program designed to accommodate your complicated work schedules as a practicing CRNA. Take online classes part-time and finish the 32-credit-hour program in only 15 months.
Your course list
The 141 credit hours required for the Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) with an Emphasis in Health Administration include the following courses:
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In person and hands-on
Our Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice program is located on our Webster Groves campus, just outside of St. Louis. This in-person setting gives you access to personalized instruction and advanced labs.
Our in-house operating room simulation lab is equipped with a high-fidelity human/patient simulation mannequin, allowing you to practice real-world procedures in a safe and controlled environment. The Dry Skills Lab and Cadaver Lab provide additional opportunities to learn in real-world scenarios. These dedicated on-site labs give you the experience you need to excel in your clinical rotations and stand out to future employers.
Become a health care leader
Our graduates are in high demand because they are highly skilled and adaptable. In fact, Webster DNAP graduates have a 100% NCE pass rate and a 100% employment rate. The skills you develop in our classrooms, labs, and clinical rotations will prepare you for positions like:
Health Administrator
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(National, May 2022)
Medical Scientist/Researcher
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Nurse Anesthetist
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(National, May 2022)
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Achieve your personal and professional goals
We’re here to help
Webster is committed to your success, and you'll never be alone as you pursue your Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice.
- Faculty members provide personalized instruction and support, thanks to Webster's intentionally small classes.
- Support staff set up clinical rotations and secure housing (included in your tuition) so you can focus on learning and clinical practice.
- A global education broadens your perspective and gives you both the knowledge and experience to thrive, no matter where you are.
An education nationally recognized for quality
Earn your COA-accredited Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice with an Emphasis in Health Administration from Webster University, an independent, nonprofit university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Professors. Professionals. Mentors.
Combine theory and practice as you work alongside faculty members who maintain clinical practice in their field. They serve as mentors who are willing and eager to support your career goals.
Hear from one of our recent graduates
The classes and information presented have been very informative and applicable to my clinical practice. The professors and faculty are very knowledgeable in their areas of expertise and have been wonderful to work with. I highly recommend this program.
- Brandon Albrecht
MSNA, '12; DNAP, '23
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