At its October 11-13, 2023 meeting, the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA) reviewed proposed revisions to select policies within its Accreditation Policies and Procedures Manual, including the “Capability Review for Accreditation” policy, “Distance Education” policy and application, and “Eligibility for Accreditation” policy. At the COA’s January 25-27, 2024 meeting, the COA reviewed additional revisions to the “Council Correspondence and […]
In Loving Memory
It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of our beloved colleague and friend, Barbara Farkas, on Sunday April 14th. Barbara was an invaluable member of the COA team for over 20 years, demonstrating a deep commitment to nurse anesthesia education and the work of the Council. As a Senior Accreditation Specialist, Barbara provided […]
COA Announces Call for Comments on the Standards for Accreditation
Between March and April 2024, the COA will be conducting a Call for Comments on the Standards for Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Programs – Practice Doctorate. A survey link will be distributed to the COA’s stakeholders to assess the validity, reliability, and relevancy of the Standards and Clinical Experiences requirements. This link will be distributed […]
Openings for new COA Directors – Application Deadline May 10, 2024
The Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA) is seeking nominations for a University Administrator Director and a Public Director. Candidates must be available to attend three-day COA meetings, held in January, May, and October, in addition to an orientation meeting on October 22, 2024. The January meetings will be held in a […]
COA Revisions to Clarify Requirements for Clinical Supervision of Nurse Anesthesia Students
At its October 9-11, 2019 meeting, the COA reviewed and revised its accreditation Standards and Glossary definitions related to clinical supervision of nurse anesthesia students. The revisions clarify the well-established requirement that states: “Supervision at clinical sites is limited to CRNAs and anesthesiologists who are institutionally credentialed to practice and immediately available for consultation.” The […]
