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California Nurses Educational Institute
At CNEI, our goal is to provide a quality education to enable our graduates to secure competitive jobs in the healthcare industry. We offer quality healthcare programs that integrate professional skills, career-focused education and hands-on practice, empowering students to develop and achieve their personal and career potential. CNEI provides education and training to enable graduates to succeed.
Campus Location
72769 Dinah Shore, Rancho Mirage , CA 92270
Available Program
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The Pharmacy Technician program is structured to provide a comprehensive blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on training in essential pharmacy operations. It comprises six course levels encompassing 540 hours of classroom theory and laboratory sessions, along with a 240-hour externship, totaling 780 hours.
The curriculum is meticulously crafted to meet certification eligibility criteria upon program completion. Students can begin at Level I and progress through Level VI, culminating in eligibility for externship placement. Successful fulfillment of all graduation criteria earns graduates a certificate.
Pharmacy technicians are important members of the pharmacy team who work under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Their primary responsibilities typically include the following:
- Prescription Management
- Medication Dispensing
- Customer Service
- Administrative Duties
- Support for Pharmacists
CNEI Accreditations & Approvals
- CNEI is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education council.org. The Council is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
- In June 2012, CNEI received approval from the VA to train eligible veterans. VA.GOV
- CNEI is licensed to operate in the State of California by the Department of Consumer Affairs BPPE.CA.GOV
- CNEI is approved by the California Foundation for the Advancement of Addiction Professionals (CFAAP) CFAAP.ORG.
- CNEI is approved by the State of California Department of Health Services Laboratory Field Services.
- CNEI is approved by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.
- CNEI is approved by the State of California Department of Health Services, Licensing and Certification for Nurse Assistant and Home Health Aide Certification.
- CNEI is authorized by the State of California Department of Public Health to provide Continuing Education Training for CNA.
72769 Dinah Shore
Rancho Mirage,