Anesthesia & Critical Care Nursing Program in Casablanca

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Anesthesia & Critical Care Nursing

Entry levelHigh school level
Duration3 years · 6 semesters
DiplomaSpecialized Technician
LocationCasablanca, on campus
Intake2026-2027 — enrollment open

Institut Santinov's Anesthesia & Critical Care Nursing program in Casablanca prepares you in 3 years for anesthesia and critical care, at the heart of hospital technical units: operating rooms, recovery rooms, intensive care and emergency departments. It leads to the Specialized Technician diploma.

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The anesthesia and critical care nurse's job

Anesthesia and critical care nurses work alongside the anesthesiologist. They prepare equipment and patients before surgery, assist with anesthesia procedures, monitor vital signs during and after the operation, and care for patients in intensive care or life-threatening emergencies.

It is a technical, demanding and highly sought-after job, well suited to rigorous people who stay calm under pressure and enjoy high-tech care.

Skills covered

Prepare and assist with anesthesia procedures
Monitor patients in critical care and post-operative recovery
Operate monitoring and life-support equipment
Respond to life-threatening emergencies

What you will learn

Each semester combines classroom teaching, hands-on practice in the simulation lab and hospital placements. Main subject areas:

Anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology (especially cardio-respiratory)
Fundamental nursing care and hospital hygiene
Pharmacology of anesthesia and critical care drugs
Monitoring, ventilation and life-support equipment
Operating room, recovery room and post-operative care
Life-threatening emergencies, resuscitation and first aid

The program ends with a supervised final project. French, English and IT classes are included for all students.

Career paths and workplaces

Operating rooms and recovery units
Critical care and intensive care units
Emergency departments
Private clinics and public hospitals

Entry requirements and application file

High school level or baccalaureate — exact requirements are confirmed by the Institute when reviewing your file
Good command of French, the language of professional courses
Rigor, composure and motivation for technical care

Completed registration form
Registration fee
3 recent passport photos
3 certified copies of the baccalaureate (or transcript proving the level)
3 certified copies of the national ID card or residence permit

Pre-register online on the Admissions page or call +212 6 93 64 79 79. Full guide: enrolling in a nursing school in Casablanca.

Why train at Institut Santinov?

Accredited private institution — private professional training in paramedical sciences
Hospital placements throughout the program for real clinical experience
Simulation lab and modern equipment to practice clinical skills
Experienced teaching staff and close mentoring
Central location in Casablanca, Boulevard Al Hassan Al Alaoui, near the tramway
Career support, in Morocco and abroad

Compare with our other programs

Program	Entry level	Duration	Diploma
General Nursing	High school diploma	3 years	Specialized Technician
Anesthesia & Critical Care Nursing	High school level	3 years	Specialized Technician
Auxiliary Nursing	High school level	2 years	Technician

Not sure which one to choose? Read our comparison General, Auxiliary or Anesthesia Nursing: which program?

Frequently asked questions

How long is the anesthesia nursing program in Casablanca?

At Institut Santinov, the Anesthesia & Critical Care Nursing program lasts 3 years (6 semesters) and leads to the Specialized Technician diploma.

What does an anesthesia and critical care nurse do?

They prepare the patient and equipment, assist the anesthesiologist during anesthesia, monitor vital signs during and after surgery, and care for patients in intensive care and emergencies.

Where do anesthesia nurses work?

In operating rooms, recovery rooms, intensive care units and emergency departments, in both private clinics and public hospitals.

What level do I need to apply?

The program is offered at high school level; the Institute confirms the exact requirements when reviewing your file. Call +212 6 93 64 79 79 to check your eligibility.

Do I need to be a general nurse first?

No. At Institut Santinov, Anesthesia & Critical Care Nursing is a complete 3-year program you can join directly, with no prior nursing diploma.

Do students train in the operating room?

The program includes hospital placements throughout, alongside simulation-lab practice, to get familiar with the operating room, intensive care and emergency environments.

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