USC Schedule of Classes

Correlation of techniques of anesthesia administration with application of scientific and pharmacologic theory in the clinical setting with observation and supervised clinical residency. Prerequisites: ANST 501 and ANST 502. Open only to Nurse Anesthesia majors.

Advanced theory of anesthesia management for general and specialized procedures, diagnostic procedures, pediatrics and obstetrics.

Correlation of techniques of anesthesia administration with application of scientific and pharmacologic theory in the clinical setting with observation and supervised clinical residency. Prerequisites: ANST 503, ANST 504 and ANST 505. Open only to Nurse Anesthesia majors.

Utilization of research, which includes the evaluation of research, problem identification within the practice setting, awareness of practice outcomes and the clinical application of research. Recommended preparation: research course; basic statistics.

Correlation of techniques of anesthesia administration with application of scientific and pharmacologic theory expanded to geriatric, obstetrical, and pediatric anesthesia; anesthetic management to include medically compromised patients. Prerequisite: ANST 505, ANST 506, ANST 507. Open only to Nurse Anesthesia majors.

Correlation of techniques of anesthesia administration with application of scientific and pharmacologic theory expanded to neuroanesthesia, cardiac anesthesia, trauma anesthesia, critical care and pain management. Prerequisite: ANST 509. Open only to Nurse Anesthesia majors.

A capstone course that requires student to demonstrate ability to integrate theory, research, and practice through a mentored research experience with direct relevance to graduate specialization. Open only to Nurse Anesthesia majors.

Correlation of advanced techniques of anesthesia administration with application of scientific and pharmacologic theory in diverse specialty anesthesia rotations. Prerequisite: ANST 505, ANST 507, ANST 509, ANST 511. Open only to Nurse Anesthesiology majors.

Research leading to the master's degree in nurse anesthesia. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Open to nurse anesthesia majors only. Graded CR/NC.

Supervised learning in an academic and/or clinical area of focus reflecting current trends and development in the field of nurse anesthesia.

Lectures and laboratory simulation in anatomy emphasizing structure and function of major organs to include brain, cardiovascular, lungs, liver, kidneys and musculoskeletal systems. Acceptance into the USC Program of Nurse Anesthesia.

Examining the health care system focusing on policy development, health care costs, quality and patient safety, access to care, disparities, and future trends.

An investigation of the human cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, hepatic, neurological, and hematological systems and cellular physiology with special emphasis on how these systems relate to anesthesia management.

Emphasis on the professional components of nurse anesthesia practice including scope of practice, organizational leadership, accountability, ethics and collaborative practice.

Correlation of techniques of anesthesia administration with application of scientific and pharmacologic theory in the clinical setting with observation and supervised clinical residency.

Correlation of techniques of anesthesia administration with application of scientific and pharmacologic theory in the clinical setting with observation and supervised clinical residency.

Correlating techniques of anesthesia administration with application of scientific and pharmacologic theory expanded to geriatric, obstetrical, and pediatric anesthesia; anesthetic management includes medically compromised patients.

Correlation of techniques of anesthesia administration with application of scientific and pharmacologic theory expanded to neuroanesthesia, cardiac anesthesia, trauma anesthesia, critical care and pain management.

Correlation of techniques of anesthesia administration with application of scientific and pharmacologic theory expanded to neuroanesthesia, cardiac anesthesia, trauma anesthesia, critical care and pain management.

A two semester curriculum promoting synthesis and mastery of topics integral to the art and science of nurse anesthesia planning, management, and delivery.

A two semester curriculum promoting synthesis and mastery of topics integral to nurse anesthesia planning, management, and delivery. A continuation of ANST 620.

Lecture and simulation curriculum promoting synthesis and mastery of topics integral to the art and science of nurse anesthesia planning, management and delivery.

Mentored research on an individualized topic of interest leading to the professional doctorate. The project will culminate in a formal written research paper or presentation.

Mentored research on an individualized topic of interest leading to the professional doctorate. The project will culminate in a formal written research paper or presentation.

Mentored research on an individualized topic of interest leading to the professional doctorate. The project will culminate in a formal written research paper or presentation.