Pharmacy Technician Training Program Directory
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American Career College - Anaheim
1200 N. Magnolia Avenue
Anaheim, CA 92801
Code:
CA-27
Accreditation Status:
Accredited
Program Director:
Carmen E Palomino
cpalomino@americancareer.com
Category:
Technician Program Description
Program Information
(hours: contact/credit)
Certificate
Didactic course work:
260 hrs/26.0
Laboratory course work:
240 hrs/12.0
Experiential training:
240 hrs/8.0
Lecture class size:
30
Laboratory class size:
15
Spaces per entering class:
Varies
Degree
Faculty\Staff
Technicians:
6
Lab/clerical support:
0.5
Pharmacists:
1
Enrollment
Starting date(s):
Various start dates every month.
Interview required :
Yes
Class Scheduling:
Full-time; daytime/evening
Flexible scheduling allowed:
No
Tuition costs:
$11,495
Book/Supply costs:
Included in Tuition
Lab/other fees:
Included in Tuition
Application deadline(s) :
N/A
Liability insurance:
Included in Tuition
Uniform costs:
Included in Tuition
Other:
PT License application included in tuition.
Special Program Features:
ACC has three different campus location in Southern California, all offering a pharmacy technician training program. The program is a comprehensive program accredited by ASHP. It is composed of 25 weeks of didactic and lab practicum for daytime classed, plus 240 hours of externship; 32 weeks for evening classes, plus 240 hours of externship. Lab exercises are scheduled daily in our fully equipped, functional mock pharmacy lab offering students with more than adequate amount of hands-on experience. Upon completion of six core modules, students have one week of complete review and final exams including both written comprehensive and practical exams. Students who complete all the academic requirements are assigned to a pharmacy site for 240 hours of experiential training. Financial aid is available to qualified students.
Acceptance Requirements:
Candidates must have a high school diploma or recognized equivalency certificate, must pass a standard entrance exam, and must sign a statement of general health.
General Location Training Sites:
Located throughout Orange County and adjoining counties.
Special Requirements:
Some sites required TB skin test, Trade/Generic test, and dosage calculations test.
Experiential Training
Number and Types of Experiential Training Sites