Master of Science in Nurse Anaesthesia

Master of Science in Nurse Anaesthesia is a Masters program taught at University of Technology Jamaica, Jamaica. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (3 years) options.

The Master of Science in Nurse Anaesthesia prepares senior nurses to provide anaesthesia care for surgical patients. The course covers health, anesthesia for patients, and the role of the nurse anaesthetist. It integrates concepts of caring, critical thinking, technology use, safety, and clinical judgment. The program focuses on skills and knowledge needed to monitor patients before, during, and after surgery. The course lasts three years with a total of 45 credits, emphasizing clinical practice. Most delivery is face-to-face, with three modules using a blended approach combining lectures and hospital internships. It is intended for registered nurses with relevant experience, leading to roles in nurse anaesthesia.

Modules

• Support modules
• Specialized modules

The minimum requirements for admission in Master of Science in Nurse Anaesthesia at University of Technology Jamaica for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by University of Technology Jamaica.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by University of Technology Jamaica as pre-requiste for admission in Master of Science in Nurse Anaesthesia.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

• Minimum GPA of 2.7 or equivalent
• Registered Nurse with at least five years of experience
• Midwifery qualification optional; those without must complete 12 weeks maternity rotation before admission
• Minimum one year operating theatre experience; critical care experience is an asset
• Minimum requirement may be determined by Prior Learning Assessment

Please check detail of study units at https://www.utech.edu.jm/course-of-study/master-of-science-in-nurse-anaesthesia

• Nurse Anaesthetist