CRNA Advanced Practice

Florida CRNA License Requirements

Complete guide to becoming a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in Florida

Processing Time

4-8 weeks

Initial Cost

$110

Renewal Period

2 years

Practice Authority

restricted

Restricted Practice

CRNA: state has NOT opted out of the CMS Medicare physician-supervision requirement; physician supervision is required for CRNA anesthesia services under Medicare. State scope may differ.

Prescriptive Authority: Fla. Stat. 464.012(3),(4)(b): CRNA orders preanesthetic meds/anesthesia only within an established protocol approved by facility medical staff, with physician supervision and consent of the responsible physician for anesthesia type.

1 Education Requirements

Degree Required

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Note: As of January 1, 2025, entry-level nurse anesthetist programs must be doctoral (DNP or DNAP). CRNAs educated prior to this date with an MSN remain eligible.

Program Requirements

Complete accredited Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist program
Hold active RN license in the state
Clinical hours as specified by program

2 National Certification

Certification Body

NBCRNA

Required

Yes

National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists

3 Fees

Initial Licensure

Application Fee	$110
Total	$110

Renewal

Renewal Fee (every 2 years)

$60

Continuing Education Requirements

Contact hours required

2 years

Renewal cycle

Pharmacology: 3 hours required

Prerequisites

To become a CRNA in Florida, you must first hold an active RN license and typically have ICU experience. Florida is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so you may hold a multistate RN license.

RN Requirements View Florida RN Requirements