Students must apply and be accepted into the Psychiatric Technology program. A booklet explaining requirements for admission and application forms are available in the Health Science Division Office, HLS 101. Application form is also available on this webpage. Students should make an appointment with a college counselor, AD 103, 909-384-4404, and arrange to take the college Assessment Test.

Student should apply during the semester they are completing prerequisites. To apply, submit an application form, official college transcript(s), proof of High School completion (official transcript, or Diploma, or G.E.D, or California High School Proficiency Exam), print-out showing enrollment in prerequisite courses that are in-progress, and proof of reading proficiency (college Assessment test score or previous B.S. degree). Applications must be received by February 1 to be considered for entrance in the Fall semester or by September 1 to be considered for entrance in the Spring semester. Late applications will only be considered if space is available.

A background check is required for admission. Enrollment may be denied based on prior convictions related to Psychiatric Technology practice. California Board of Psychiatric Technicians may deny the Psychiatric Technician License based on any conviction or action substantially related to Psychiatric Technician practice.

Note: Foreign High School graduates must have equivalency evaluated. See program Director.
 

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