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50+ Years
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Accredited Healthcare Programs at West Coast University
West Coast University has been dedicated to innovative healthcare education since 1909. Originally established as an ophthalmology school, the university refocused on high-demand healthcare programs in 1997 to address workforce needs while maintaining rigorous academic standards. With campuses in California, Texas, and Florida, plus comprehensive online programs, WCU offers nursing, dental hygiene, pharmacy, occupational therapy, and public health degrees at all levels from associate to doctoral. Our WSCUC-accredited institution combines cutting-edge technology like virtual dissection tables with hands-on clinical training through simulation labs featuring high-fidelity manikins.We maintain specialized accreditations across all healthcare programs, including CCNE for nursing and ACPE for pharmacy, ensuring graduates meet industry standards. Our faculty comprises experienced professionals committed to student success through personalized instruction and real-world preparation. Career services support extends beyond graduation with employer partnerships and 90% employer-reported career readiness among our 65,000+ alumni. The university's mission emphasizes student-centric learning, innovation, and community service, preparing graduates to excel in diverse healthcare environments while maintaining ethical practice and lifelong learning principles.
Services
Nursing Programs
Dental Hygiene
Health Administration
Public Health
Physician Assistant
Occupational Therapy
Pharmacy Programs
Speech-Language Pathology
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Simulation Labs
Details
- Year established: 1909
Highlights and features
- We offer 100+ years of healthcare education expertise
- Our programs maintain specialized industry accreditations
- We provide hands-on training with advanced simulation technology
- Our faculty includes practicing healthcare professionals
- We have 65,000+ healthcare alumni nationwide
Associations and certifications
- WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
- Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
- National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA)
- California Board of Registered Nursing
- Florida Board of Nursing
- Texas Board of Nursing
- Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)
- Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)
- Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
- Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)
- Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA)
Services
Nursing Programs
West Coast University offers comprehensive nursing programs from associate to doctoral levels. Our CCNE-accredited curriculum combines classroom instruction with hands-on clinical training using advanced simulation technology. Students gain practical experience through partnerships with leading healthcare facilities while developing critical thinking and patient care skills essential for modern nursing practice.
Dental Hygiene
Our CODA-accredited dental hygiene program prepares students for careers in oral healthcare through didactic instruction and clinical practice. Students learn preventive care techniques, patient assessment, and treatment planning using modern dental equipment while developing skills in community health education and patient communication.
Health Administration
The health administration programs develop leadership skills for healthcare management roles. Curriculum covers healthcare policy, operations management, and financial administration with real-world applications. Students prepare to lead healthcare organizations through quality improvement initiatives and strategic planning in evolving healthcare environments.
Simulation Labs
Our SSH-accredited simulation labs provide immersive clinical experiences with high-fidelity manikins and virtual patient technology. Students practice emergency response, patient assessment, and treatment procedures in realistic healthcare settings before clinical rotations, building confidence and competence in a safe learning environment.
Career Services
Career services offer personalized support including resume review, interview preparation, and job placement assistance. With 20+ career advisors and employer partnerships, we connect students and alumni with healthcare job opportunities through networking events, job fairs, and our online career portal.
People
Christina Rivera
Executive Director of Career Services
Christina Rivera leads WCU's Career Services team, connecting healthcare graduates with employment opportunities through personalized counseling and employer partnerships across the United States.
Marwan Alamat
Director of Innovation
Marwan Alamat drives educational technology innovation at WCU, developing immersive learning tools like virtual patient simulations and interactive holographic displays to enhance healthcare education.
Kurt Wargo
Dean, School of Pharmacy
Dr. Kurt Wargo oversees WCU's ACPE-accredited pharmacy program, ensuring curriculum excellence and preparing students for pharmacist licensure examinations and clinical practice.
Stacey Willis
Dean, Occupational Therapy Program
Dr. Stacey Willis leads the ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy programs, preparing students for national certification and state licensure in this growing healthcare field.
Allen Perez
Campus Dean of Nursing
As Campus Dean of Nursing, Allen Perez oversees nursing education programs ensuring they meet CCNE accreditation standards and prepare graduates for successful clinical practice.
Questions
What healthcare programs does West Coast University offer?
We offer nursing programs (ADN, BSN, MSN, DNP), dental hygiene, pharmacy (PharmD), occupational therapy (MSOT, OTD), physical therapy (DPT), physician assistant (MPA), public health (BSPH, MPH), and speech-language pathology programs.
Are West Coast University programs accredited?
Yes, our programs maintain specialized accreditations including CCNE for nursing, CODA for dental hygiene, and ACPE for pharmacy, with institutional accreditation through WSCUC.
Does WCU offer online healthcare degree options?
We offer online options for most healthcare programs including nursing, health administration, public health, and counseling degrees with flexible scheduling.
What clinical training opportunities are available?
Our simulation labs feature high-fidelity manikins and virtual patient technology, with clinical partnerships across California, Texas, and Florida healthcare facilities.
How does WCU support student career development?
Career services provide resume assistance, interview preparation, job fairs, and employer connections with our 65,000+ alumni network and partner organizations.
What financial aid options exist for healthcare students?
We offer scholarships, grants, loans, military benefits, and employer tuition reimbursement programs to help finance your healthcare education.
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