NAFCAS is a centralized online application service for applicants to participating nurse anesthesia programs. It helps applicants compile core academic, professional, and clinical information and submit it to selected programs through one online account. Nurse anesthesia programs may have distinct eligibility standards, critical-care experience requirements, certifications, deadlines, interviews, and supplemental application steps.

Key NAFCAS Benefits:

  • Program Discovery: Research participating nurse anesthesia programs and their admissions expectations.
  • Efficiency: Enter core biographic, academic, professional, and clinical experience information once.
  • Centralized Document Submission: Organize transcripts, resumes, certifications, and other required materials in one account, as required.
  • Application Monitoring: Track application completion and the receipt of supporting documents.
  • Application Support: Use service instructions and available support throughout the application process.

How to Use It:

  1. Create an account and research the specific requirements for each program you are interested in.
  2. Enter biographic and educational history details into the application portal.
  3. Request official transcripts or upload unofficial transcripts to be sent directly to NAFCAS depending on program requirements.
  4. Request recommendations from faculty or employers via the system, if required by your designated program.
  5. Submit the application before program deadlines to allow for processing time.