Pharmacy Technician Training Program Directory
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Everest College - City of Industry
12801 Crossroads Parkway South
City of Industry, CA 91746
www.cci.edu
Code:
CA-34
Accreditation Status:
Accredited
Program Director:
Emilie Espiritu
Phone: (562) 908-2500
Fax: (562) 908-7656
EEspiritu.cci.edu
Category:
Technician Program Description
Program Information
(hours: contact/credit)
Certificate
Didactic course work:
280/28
Laboratory course work:
25
Experiential training:
160/5
Lecture class size:
25
Laboratory class size:
280/14
Spaces per entering class:
Varies
Prerequisite course work:
0
Degree
Faculty\Staff
Technicians:
4
Enrollment
Starting date(s):
Continuous Start Dates
Interview required :
Yes
Class Scheduling:
Daytime/Afternoon/Evening Classes 4 hours total each class (2 hours lecture/2 hours Lab)
Tuition costs:
$12,240
Book/Supply costs:
$ 818.00
Application deadline(s) :
Continuous Enrollment
Other:
$13.058
Special Program Features:
The Pharmacy Technician program is designed to provide students with a broad academic and clinical background in the field of pharmacy technology. The diploma program prepares the graduate for an entry-level position in health care facilities and/or retail establishments (i.e.: hospitals and medical centers, teaching facilities, out-patient clinics, urgent care centers, and retail and wholesale pharmacies). The Pharmacy Technician program provides both technical and practical training that will enable the technician upon certification licensure or registration, to function as a competent entry-level pharmacy technician to the licensed pharmacist. the program provides the student with the basic knowledge of and practice in pharmacy calculations drug distribution systems and preparation of sterile dosage forms. The program also provides skills and practice in computer skills; applicable pharmaceutical and medical terminology; and anatomy and physiology. The program emphasizes theory as well as hands-on practice, followed by an externship that prepares the student for the actual work setting. Upon completion of this program the graduate will be fully prepared to take the national pharmacy technician certification exam offered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
Acceptance Requirements:
HS Diploma or GED required. Admissions testing.
General Location Training Sites:
Los Angeles County/Orange County
Special Requirements:
Organizations; (Hospitals) TB skin test, Rubella titer, immunizatios. First Aid/CPR certification.
Academic Degree:
Diploma
Additional Requirements:
Students must pass a background check.
Experiential Training
Number and Types of Experiential Training Sites
Community pharmacy:
40
Home health care:
6
Hospital:
13