This intensive 8-week online course combines the real-world experience of CRNA leaders with actionable business education specifically tailored for nurse anesthetists. The Foundations of Anesthesia Business course equips CRNAs with the financial, operational, legal, and strategic skills they need to confidently step into leadership, explore independent practice, or simply gain a deeper understanding of the systems that shape their daily work.

Content is delivered through a dynamic combination of asynchronous video modules, downloadable resources, structured reflection activities, and a live interactive session with faculty. Learners engage with peers in discussion boards and complete guided assessments designed to reinforce knowledge and encourage practical application in their current or future roles.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to critically evaluate business opportunities, navigate regulatory and legal considerations, contribute to organizational sustainability, and make informed decisions that advance both patient care and professional autonomy. Whether you’re preparing for a leadership position, considering independent practice, or aiming to better understand the systems influencing your work, this course offers the foundation and tools needed to thrive in today’s healthcare economy.

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Participants will be able to:

• Explain key business terms and systems impacting anesthesia practice.
• Evaluate and respond to RFPs and contracting opportunities.
• Compare 1099 independent contractor roles vs. W-2 employment.
• Describe the revenue cycle and payer landscape for anesthesia services.
• Apply leadership and financial strategies in real-world CRNA practice.
• Navigate practice structures including independent, group, and institutional models.
• Utilize business knowledge to advocate for professional autonomy and sustainability.

Who Should Enroll?

• CRNAs in or pursuing leadership roles
• CRNAs exploring group practice or independent
• Clinicians seeking to expand their professional toolkit beyond the clinical setting

Faculty

Larry G. Hornsby, BSN, CRNA, FAANA
Christopher P. Hulin, DNP, MBA, CRNA
Juan Quintana, DNP, MHS, CRNA
Mike Mackinnon, DNP, FNP-C, CRNA
Tracy Young, MSNA, MBA, CRNA
Rosann Spiegel, JD, DNAP, CRNA, APRN
Gavin Baker, MSN, CRNA
Chase Chiasson, MSN, CRNA

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This Program has been prior approved by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology for 22 Class A CE credits; Code Number 101821 Expiration Date 07/31/2028. AANA Is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing, CEP #10862.