Nurse Anesthesiology Faculty Associates - NAFA VCU

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Program Overview

Enhance your practice

Create unforgettable memories and earn Class A CE credits with our signature NAFA programming. 

We offer diverse and clinically-relevant content delivered by outstanding speakers and opportunities to earn the first CRNA microcredentials in the nurse anesthesiology specialty.

We schedule the lecture program to start and end early, giving you the content you need, and plenty of time to enjoy the resort, Universal Studios, Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal CityWalk, Universal Volcano Bay, and their newest theme park, EPIC Universe.

Live Like A Rock Legend

• Live like a rock star and savor the perks of rock ‘n’ roll royalty with impeccable surroundings, laid-back attitude and show-stopping service at Hard Rock Hotel®.
• Skip the regular lines with FREE^ Universal Express Unlimited ride access at Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure. Exclusive to hotel guests of Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel® and Loews Royal Pacific Resort. (Valid theme park admission required; select attractions.) A value of over $164.99† per person, per day. Click here to read the legal benefit information.
• Take a complimentary water taxi or walk to Universal Studios right from the resort

Hard Rock Hotel – Universal Orlando

• Register to receive the group link for reservations at Hard Rock Hotel—Universal Orlando and purchase specially-priced theme park tickets.
• Save with our exclusive group rate of $379 plus tax per night. Children 17 and younger stay free in an adult room with existing bedding.
• Steps to Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, and Universal CityWalk.

Savings

• New! Save $200 with our Super Early Bird rate.
  • Register early to save on registration fees and to secure your group rate room before we sell out. Extended resort stays available.
• Mark Your Calendars
  • Super Early Bird rate – register by October 15, 2025
  • Early Bird rate—register by February 15, 2026

Register Now!

AANA Prior Approved CE

NAFA VCU will apply to the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology for 22 Class A CE.

Cancellation & Refund Policies

You may cancel your registration up until April 15, 2026 to receive a full refund minus a $50 administrative fee. After that date, no refunds will be given. Cancellations must be received via email at NAFA@vcu.edu.

In the unlikely case that an event is cancelled or postponed due to insufficient enrollments or unforeseen circumstances, the NAFA will fully refund registration fees, but cannot be held responsible for any other expenses, including change or cancellation charges, to include but not limited to airlines, hotels, travel agencies, or other organizations.

Benefit Legal

*Requires theme park admission. Early Park Admission begins up to one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening to either Universal Studios Florida or Universal Islands of Adventure as determined by Universal Orlando. Early Park Admission begins up to one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening for Universal Volcano Bay. Valid at select attractions at each park. Attractions are subject to substitutions without notice. Additional restrictions may apply. ^Requires theme park admission. Valid only at participating rides and attractions in Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure. Not valid at Universal Volcano Bay. Excludes separately ticketed events. Benefit valid only for guests of Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Hard Rock Hotel® and Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, for the number of guests staying in the room for the length of hotel stay. Available during normal theme park operating hours only. †Based on the weighted average price of a 2-Park Universal Express Unlimited pass ranging between $119.99 and $359.99 per person. Additional restrictions may apply and benefits are subject to change without notice.