Helping RNs stand out and feel better prepared for CRNA School
Advanced Nurse Anesthesia Prep Microcredential for RNs
(27 ANCC-Approved CE Credits)
A Smarter Way to Prep for CRNA School
Partnered with the AANA, the ANAP is the only anesthesia microcredential built for RNs going into CRNA training. Strengthen your foundational anesthesia knowledge, sharpen your test-taking skills, and walk into CRNA program interviews or your first didactic class with confidence.
Bridge the gap
Between RN and CRNA
The ANAP microcredential focuses on the specific foundations RNs need before entering CRNA training.
Built for RNs
ANAP introduces essential anesthesia topics helping you get comfortable with the language, concepts, and clinical context.
Airway basics & ventilation
Introductory anesthesia pharmacology
Physiology & monitoring fundamentals
Perioperative & operating room context
A Structured
Learning Pathway
ANAP guides you through a deliberate sequence of topics that build on one another and support steady progression.
Clearly ordered modules
Logical topic progression
No random or isolated content
Active Reinforcement
and Spaced Repetition
Short assessments and focused review help reinforce key concepts and keep you engaged, without the intensity or pressure of board-level exams.
Short knowledge checks
Concept reinforcement over time
Learning designed for easier retention
Recongized ANCC CE and Credentialing
Upon completion, you’ll earn the Advanced Nurse Anesthesia Preparation Microcredential.
ANAP Microcredential
27 ANCC-Approved CE Credits
ANAP Microcredential Curriculum Overview
The ANAP microcredential introduces registered nurses to core anesthesia concepts encountered in CRNA training. Content is organized by clinical domain to help RNs build familiarity with anesthesia language, frameworks, and clinical context before entering a formal CRNA program.
ANAP is an optional educational microcredential designed to support registered nurses preparing for advanced anesthesia training. It is not required for CRNA program admission, does not guarantee acceptance, and is not replacement for formal CRNA coursework or clinical education.
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Review a high-level introduction to anesthesia care and how it supports patient safety, comfort, and perioperative outcomes.
Topics include:
What anesthesia is and how it is used in patient care
The four primary types of anesthesia
Roles of the anesthesia care team
And more
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Learn core airway concepts essential to anesthesia practice, with emphasis on anatomy, assessment, and foundational airway techniques.
Topics include:
Basic airway anatomy and physiology
Airway assessment and predictors of difficulty
Common airway equipment and devices
And more
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Build foundational understanding of cardiovascular physiology and monitoring concepts relevant to anesthesia and perioperative care.
Topics include:
Basic cardiac anatomy and physiology
Blood pressure determinants and monitoring
Introductory EKG concepts and rhythm recognition
And more
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Review essential pharmacology principles used in anesthesia, focusing on how anesthetic drugs work and are applied safely.
Topics include:
Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics
Basic receptor theory and drug interactions
Major classes of anesthesia-related medications
And more
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Gain familiarity with anesthesia equipment and monitoring systems that support safe anesthetic delivery.
Topics include:
Core components of the anesthesia machine
Gas delivery systems and vaporizers
Essential anesthesia monitors and alarms
And more
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Review key priorities across the perioperative continuum, from preoperative assessment through post-anesthesia recovery.
Topics include:
Preoperative assessment and risk classification
Intraoperative safety priorities and positioning
Post-anesthesia recovery and discharge considerations
And more
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Explore how patient-specific factors influence anesthesia care and require tailored clinical considerations.
Topics include:
Pediatric anesthesia considerations
Geriatric physiology and cognitive risk
Obesity-related airway and dosing challenges
And more
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Learn to recognize common anesthesia-related emergencies and understand initial response priorities.
Topics include:
Malignant hyperthermia recognition and response
Anaphylaxis and allergic reactions
Common perioperative hemodynamic disturbances
And more
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Gain an overview of the nurse anesthesia career pathway, from preparation through advanced practice roles.
Topics include:
CRNA prerequisites and educational pathways
What to expect in nurse anesthesia school
Scope of practice and professional responsibilities
And more
Pre-Purchase Advanced Nurse Anesthesia Prep
ANAP Microcredential for RNs
(27 ANCC-Approved CE Credits)
Pre-purchase Ollivate’s preparatory microcredential designed for registered nurses exploring advanced practice in nurse anesthesia.
Launching in February 2026
Only $149.99*
$299 • Save 50% for limited time only
*BONUS for All ANAP Purchases!
Once you start your CRNA program, you’ll gain free access to the SRNA Study App, too.
Built by healthcare professionals who understand your reality
Created by Dr. Joshua Olson, DNP, CRNA and April Olson, a husband-and-wife team combining clinical expertise and learning science to make anesthesia learning smarter and more sustainable.
“Using Ollivate as an aspiring CRNA has been such a wonderful experience. I have been able to learn so much about anesthesia prior to applying. It’s also rewarding to know that I can start to learn things that will be valuable as a student during the waiting process. The way the app is set up truly is fun and once you start you will want to keep working through different lessons. I would strongly recommend it!”
What Ollivate Users are Saying
“Hello!! 1st: I am LOVINGGGG the Ollivate app! It has everything I need and more in terms of content and “fun” - great balance of structure and fun! I have been doing questions almost every single day and it is helping me to solidify all of the content learned in class. ”
“I am very excited to continue to use the app. It has been so educational so far and i believe will be a great study partner in CRNA school. Thank you again. ”
Got Questions About Ollivate for Nurses?
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No. ANAP is designed for registered nurses at different stages, including those preparing to apply and those recently accepted. It is an optional, preparatory microcredential and is not required for CRNA program admission
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ANAP does not guarantee CRNA program admission. It is designed to help RNs build familiarity with anesthesia concepts and feel more prepared for interviews and early coursework
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Most users complete the credential in 20-25 hours, but it’s entirely self-paced. It’s designed for you to do a little bit each day- your progress is saved!
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Pre-purchase customers will receive access when ANAP launches in February 2026. You’ll receive email confirmation and access details prior to launch.
