About
Students will learn the basic concepts of pharmacology, knowledge of practice settings, standards and ethics, federal and state pharmacy laws and regulations, basic pharmacy calculations, drug dosages, route and forms, conversion tables, recordkeeping, drug manufacturing, packaging, and labeling of drug products. Students will be given hands-on experience to perform in a pharmacy setting through the 120-hour externship requirements to successfully complete the course and receive their certificates. Once completed, students are eligible to apply for the state registration with the California State Board of Pharmacy.
Organization
Downey Adult School
Downey Adult School
Established in 1940, Downey Adult School is a higher education institution offering a wide range of career technical education programs designed to provide adults with relevant and industry-specific skills. With flexible day, evening, and online classes, the school emphasizes student success through excellent teaching, student externships, and job readiness skills development. It employs approximately 108 staff members to provide accessible and industry-relevant education.
Highlights:
- Offers comprehensive career technical education programs
- Provides flexible day, evening, and online classes
- Focuses on student success and job readiness
- Features unique programs like Massage Therapy and Court Reporting
- Offers a notable 3-4 week hybrid Phlebotomy Technician program with hands-on training
- Accredited by the California Department of Public Health and the Council on Occupational Education (COE)