Master in Nurse Practice (Anesthesia)

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston is a private, independent health sciences center founded in 1900 and located within the Texas Medical Center, the world’s largest medical complex. The institution combines rigorous medical and graduate education with extensive clinical affiliations and research activity, benefiting from over $400 million in annual research support and more than 90 research and patient-care centers.

BCM offers focused programs across medicine, biomedical sciences, public health and allied health fields, with strong emphasis on translational research and interprofessional collaboration. Learners gain clinical experience through affiliations with eight distinguished teaching hospitals and access to cutting-edge facilities. The college’s values—respect, integrity, innovation, teamwork and excellence—underscore an environment that supports ethical practice, inclusion and mentorship for trainees and researchers.

International and domestic students seeking careers in health sciences will find Baylor’s combination of high-impact research, patient-care opportunities and professional development compelling. The college’s location in Houston provides abundant clinical and research placements, while dedicated student services and a collaborative culture help prepare graduates for leadership roles in healthcare, research and community service worldwide.

The Master in Nurse Practice (Anesthesia) at Baylor College of Medicine is a 2-year program that helps registered nurses become professional nurse anesthetists. This master's program is designed for working professionals and offers advanced standing for master's prepared Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists.

The curriculum includes courses like Advanced Health Assessment, Professional Philosophy & Scholarship, and Theories & Concepts in Healthcare. Students also take courses in Leading & Managing Healthcare Systems, Decision Science & Informatics in Healthcare, and Translational Research. The program also includes a DNP Project in Anesthesia.

Graduates of this program can work as Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists, Nurse Practitioners, or Healthcare Consultants. They can also pursue careers as Clinical Educators, or Research Coordinators in hospitals, clinics, or research institutions.