Northern Kentucky University begins nurse anesthetist program — 4 insights

Highland Heights-based Northern Kentucky University officially launched its nurse anesthetist program, WCPO reports.

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Here’s what you should know.

1. Fifteen students enrolled into the three year program.

2. The students will complete 3,000 clinical study hours.

3. Upon completion, the students will earn doctor of nurse practice degrees with an anesthesia specialty.

4. Northern Kentucky University is the second school in the state to offer a nurse anesthetist program.

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