Pre-Anesthesiologist Assistant

• Most anesthesiologist assistant master’s programs require the following courses in addition to a bachelor’s degree in any subject:

  • General Chemistry I and II with labs
  • General Biology I and II and labs
  • Organic Chemistry I and II with labs
  • Physics I and II with labs (either algebra/trig based or calculus based)
  • Biochemistry I (with lab if Organic Chemistry II not taken)
  • Calculus I
• Some schools may also require additional or different courses in science, math and and/or behavioral sciences.  It is important that you research the requirements for those schools in which you are interested.  Your pre-health advisor can help you with this research.
• Specific requirements for some area schools can be found at the following links:
  • Emory University School of Medicine Master of Medical Science Program in Anesthesiology
  • Nova Southeastern University Anesthesiologist Assistant Program Fort Lauderdale Campus
  • Nova Southeastern University Anesthesiologist Assistant Program Tampa Campus

 

There are 11 accredited Anesthesiologist Assistant programs in the United States.  The American Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants maintains a list of programs.  (link: https://aaaa.memberclicks.net/educational-programs)

• Some of the programs will not consider international applicants who have not received permanent resident status.  Permanent resident status may need to be achieved a year prior to applying.
• In order to be considered for those programs that do except international applicants, prerequisite courses may need to be taken at a U.S. or Canadian college or university.   If bachelor’s degree was earned outside of the U.S. or Canada, student is responsible for getting their transcript verified by a credentialing evaluation service that their bachelor’s degree is equivalent to one received from a U.S. or Canadian college or university.
• International students may be required to demonstrate English language proficiency as a condition of their admission.
• In order to receive financial aid students must be a permanent resident or citizen of the U.S.  International applicants may be required to prove they have the ability to finance all years of their master education prior to matriculation.