Pharmacy Technician Training Program Directory
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Western Career College - San Jose
6201 San Ignacio Avenue
San Jose, CA 95119
http://www.svcollege.com/
Code:
CA-20
Accreditation Status:
Accredited
Program Director:
Holly Beernick, M.Ed.
Phone: (408) 360-0840
Fax: (408) 360-0848
ggertsvolf@sj.westerncollege.com
Category:
Technician Program Description
Program Information
(hours: contact/credit)
Certificate
Didactic course work:
510/34
Laboratory course work:
390/13
Experiential training:
240/5
Lecture class size:
15-25
Laboratory class size:
10-15
Spaces per entering class:
varies
Prerequisite course work:
n/a
Degree
Faculty\Staff
Enrollment
Starting date(s):
every six weeks
Interview required :
yes
Class Scheduling:
morning, afternoon, evening
Flexible scheduling allowed:
yes
Tuition costs:
$15,300 diploma; $21,300 degree
Book/Supply costs:
included in registration fee
Lab/other fees:
included
Application deadline(s) :
Open Enrollment
Uniform costs:
included
Special Program Features:
Morning, afternoon and evening programs available. Program balances the didactic components with hands-on training in simulated pharmacy set-up, including laboratory coursework, prescription filling, computer experience, state-of-the-art laboratory (retail, inpatient, IV lab). Financial aid for those who qualify, exposure to all areas of pharmacy. Employment assistance and job placement is available, assistance with registration information for state registration.
Acceptance Requirements:
High school diploma or GED equivalence, admission test (CPAT), interview, transcripts
General Location Training Sites:
Greater San Francisco Bay Area
Special Requirements:
Drug testing, Week-end rotation, Tuberculosis testing, Immunization, CPR certification, Liability insurance coverage
Academic Degree:
Diploma and AS degree
Experiential Training
Number and Types of Experiential Training Sites
Community pharmacy:
100 (for all campuses)
Home health care:
n/a
Hospital:
20 (for all campuses)
Managed care:
n/a