CE Trusted by CRNAs — Now for Perfusionists
For over 45 years, NAFA VCU has set the standard in continuing education for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs). Now, we’re proud to expand our portfolio to include the same trusted, high-quality CE opportunities for cardiovascular perfusionists.
NAFA VCU is the continuing education division of Virginia Commonwealth University Nurse Anesthesia—home to one of the nation's top-ranked Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) programs and our new Master of Science in Cardiovascular Perfusion program. Our offerings are built on a foundation of clinical excellence, academic rigor, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Every CE dollar earned is reinvested into student support programs, advancing research, and driving innovation in patient safety—because continuing education should not only advance individual practice, but also strengthen the future of healthcare.
Whether you attend in person or join via livestream, our conferences and workshops are designed to inspire, inform, and elevate your practice—while making a lasting impact.
Hard Rock Hotel - Universal Orlando Resort
Impact through Evidence:
NAFA VCU Annual Anesthesia Conference
June 8 - 11, 2026
Join us in Orlando, where education takes center stage in an exceptional Hard Rock resort setting.
Elevate your practice with high-quality, evidence-based continuing education delivered by expert faculty. Our early-start, early-finish schedule leaves plenty of time to enjoy the resort, CityWalk, and Universal parks.
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Disney World Annual Meeting
CRNAs nationwide love our Disney meetings — featuring world-class CE and plenty of time to take advantage of our extended group rates on Disney resorts and park tickets. Join us in-person, livestream, or both!
Our Fall annual meetings commence the Sunday after Thanksgiving through Thursday at Disney's Yacht Club Resort, steps to EPCOT.
November 29 - December 3, 2026
November 28 - December 2, 2027
November 26 - December 1, 2028
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Upcoming Conferences, Workshops, and CE Events
Impact through Evidence: NAFA VCU Annual Anesthesia Conference – Universal Orlando Resort 2026
New! Introducing our new annual summer conference at Hard Rock Hotel® at Universal Orlando
Steps to Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, and Universal CityWalk
New! Universal Epic Universe. Five Immersive Worlds. One Amazing Theme Park.
New! Special Aspiring CRNA Session – June 8
Aspiring CRNA Connections: Clinical Topics and Admissions Insights
Giveaways – 5 Universal $100 Gift Cards
Aspiring CRNA Connections: Clinical Topics and Admissions Insights – Universal Orlando Resort
Join us for a special aspiring CRNA session as part of the NAFA VCU Impact through Evidence: NAFA VCU Annual Anesthesia Conference at Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando, June 8-11, 2026.
Harnessing Generative AI in Healthcare, Education, and Research: Strategies for Ethical and Effective Integration
Join live via Zoom for 1 session or all 10 in our Saturday series. No prior Artificial Intelligence (AI) experience required, and you are welcome to join sessions in any order.
Immersive Destination Workshops + Lecture
Elevate your practice in Virginia Beach, Alaska, and Disney with destination-based anesthesia workshops—from hands-on ultrasound, nerve blocks, gastric assessment, and difficult airway management to forward-thinking sessions on the Business of Anesthesia and AI.
NAFA VCU Evidence to Implementation Anesthesia Conference - Virginia Beach 2026
Strengthen your CRNA practice by integrating the latest diverse and clinically-relevant content.
One Last Wave:
Join us for our final Virginia Beach conference
Lecture + Add-On Workshop Options
AI for CRNAs: Building Literacy, Engineering Prompts, and Creating Tools Workshop
Ultrasound-Guided Nerve Blocks Workshop
–6 CE
Register for one or both with a package.
Special Aspiring CRNA Session – July 30
Aspiring CRNA Connections: From ECG to Admissions
Giveaways – 5 Restaurant Gift Cards
Aspiring CRNA Connections: From ECG to Admissions – Virginia Beach 2026
Join us for a special aspiring CRNA session as part of the NAFA VCU Evidence to Implementation Anesthesia Conference – Virginia Beach, July 27-30, 2026.
AKANA – NAFA VCU Biannual Nurse Anesthesiology Conference – Alaska 2026
In partnership with the Alaska Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AKANA), we’re headed to Anchorage, Alaska for a weekend CE conference.
Lecture, hands-on workshops, & livestream options
All CRNAs are welcome
NAFA VCU 45th Annual Anesthesia Meeting - Fall Disney 2026
Enhance your practice with the latest diverse and clinically-relevant content. Earn up to 26 CE.
New! Preconference Session – 5 CE
The Business of Anesthesia: Thriving in a Shifting Anesthesia Landscape
New! Concurrent CRNA & Perfusion Meetings
Expanded opportunities for interdisciplinary learning and collaboration, while maintaining dedicated tracks and sessions for each specialty
CRNA Favorite - Fireworks Dessert Reception at EPCOT
Free with registration package - see offer. Tickets also available for purchase.
Giveaways – 5 Disney $100 Gift Cards
Snowshoe Mountain Resort
- Lecture and Workshops in February 2027
NAFA RVA - Workshops, Simulation, & Custom Training
Join us for ultrasound workshops, high-fidelity simulations to practice anesthesia crisis resource management (ACRM) principles, and custom training in our state-of-the-art facilities or at your location.
Socratic Seminars
Explore options for facilitated leadership book discussions with specialized digital badges.
What CRNAs say about NAFA
This was definitely one of the best conferences I've attended in recent years. Helpful engaging staff, fresh topics, and pleasant accommodations all added to an overall great seminar.
The speakers are interesting, up to date, innovators In their fields. The setting is gorgeous. I have been to this meeting for several years it is always excellent.
I have relied on on-the-job training for ultrasound techniques, but this hands-on course has allowed me to correct my errors, turn my flaws into success, and hopefully gain more confidence and improve my technique.
A great meeting to learn newest technology, evidence and best practices supporting safest quality patient care we can offer. And the sun is always waiting for you after the meeting for your enjoyment.
The VCU College of Health Professions building
Design influences how we work, how we learn, and how we care for patients. Our workshops are held at the awe-inspiring, ultra-modern VCU College of Health Professions in downtown Richmond, Virginia. Step into our technologically advanced 3,000-square-foot Center for Research in Human Simulation to practice advanced anesthesia administration procedures or hands-on training for critical events.
Technology
High-definition audiovisual equipment enables faculty to record training activities and provide detailed and subsequent debriefings designed to solidify learning. The Simulation Center houses a classroom adjacent to high-fidelity operating room suites as well as an on-site conference room with closed circuit television and a projection screen to provide real-time viewing of activities in the lab.
Maximize your CE Dollars
Introducing Super Early Bird rates on all destination NAFA CE events.
Secure your seat and lock in group rate discounts and perks before we sell out. You'll always have first dibs on promotions and get the best deal available.
First CRNA Microcredentials
Every NAFA CE event brings you closer to earning the first CRNA digital badges in our specialty.