About the Academy
At Suncoast Career Academy (SCA) our singular mission is focused on providing a high-quality education that will enable our graduating students to achieve their professional career aspirations. Serving Hillsborough County, Florida, SCA is a fully licensed, EFDA approved by the Florida Department of Education and Florida Board of Dentistry, Entry-level Dental Assisting school as well as licensed by the Florida Board of Pharmacy to provide Entry-level (Registered) Pharmacy Technician training. Contact us to learn how we stand out from other schools and how we can help you achieve your goals.
*At this time SCA does not offer dental services to the public as part of the curriculum. Our dental program involves externships.
Suncoast Career Academy
SCA is approved by the Florida Board of Dentistry for Expanded Functions Dental Assisting/Radiology. SCA is also licensed to provide Registered Pharmacy Technician training. Our school Department of Education license number is #6044. We are proud to provide high-quality education with direct hands-on training at an affordable price to anyone wanting a career in healthcare! Is that you?
What we teach
Our entry-level dental assisting program includes courses in dental anatomy, sterilization, patient care, dental radiology, restorative dentistry, chairside assisting and many other subjects to prepare you for a career in dental assisting. All courses are supplemented with clinical laboratory time to enhance your educational experience with live hands-on training. At the end of the classroom/lab portion of the course, the student will practice their skills at their externships.
Our entry-level (Registered) Pharmacy Technician program includes pharmacy law, medical terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, body systems, and compounding along with many other valuable subjects. At the end of the classroom/lab portion of the course, the student will practice their skills at their externships. After all aspects of the course are complete, the student is qualified to register with the Department of Health as a Registered Pharmacy Technician. CPR is offered for both programs as part of tuition.
How we do it
At SCA we know the value of a quality education and the importance of keeping education and training linked. What is learned in the classroom is practiced in a clinical laboratory setting at their externship site under strict supervision by certified and licensed professionals currently working in the career field. We are not satisfied until our students can demonstrate they know the concepts taught and can apply what they learn.
√ ***Tuition: $3,500.00 for Entry-level Dental Program and $2,950 for Entry-level (Registered) Pharmacy Technician program. Covers classroom, laboratory, CPR and most graduation fees.
SPECIAL OFFER:For a limited time only if you pay the full tuition on or before class begins, the registration fee of $100 will be refunded at the end of the course.
* However, if you withdraw or drop the course, this offer is no longer valid.
***Registrations, uniform, and textbook fees paid separately.
√ Eligibility: Must be 18 years old or older with valid HS Diploma or GED. Courses taught in English.
Basic computer skills advised. Background checks performed. Pharmacy Technician course has a basic entrance exam. Immunizations required. Inquire about current COVID vaccine requirements.
√ Length: 5 month program. Fast-paced, thorough, and hands on. High placement rate!
Externship options available. SCA does not perform dental services for the public.
*** Indicates may change without prior notice
Upcoming Schedule
| Class | Start Date | Description | Status | Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA-RADIOLOGY | 30 August 2022 Tues/Thurs 5:30pm - 9:30pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with EFDA/Radiology | ENROLLING | March 2023 |
| REGISTERED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN | 30 August 2022 Tues/Thurs 6pm - 9:30pm | Entry-level (Registered) Pharmacy Technician | ENROLLING | March 2023 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA-RADIOLOGY | 20 August 2022 Saturday Only 8am - 5pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with EFDA/Radiology | ENROLLING | March 2023 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA-RADIOLOGY | 10 May 2022 Tues/Thurs 5:30pm - 9:30pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with EFDA/Radiology | CLOSED | 17 October 2022 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA-RADIOLOGY | 7 May 2022 Saturday Only 8am - 5pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with EFDA/Radiology | CLOSED | 17 October 2022 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA-Radiology | 25 Jan 2022 Tues/Thurs 5:30pm - 9:30pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with EFDA/ Radiology | CLOSED | 17 October 2022 |
| REGISTERED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN | 25 Jan 2022 Tues/Thurs 6pm - 9:30pm | Entry-level Pharmacy Technician (Registered) | CLOSED | 17 October 2022 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA-Radiology | 22 JAN 2022 Saturday Only 8am - 5pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with EFDA & Radiology | CLOSED | 17 October 2022 |
| REGISTERED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN | 31 Aug 2021 Tues/Thurs 6pm - 9:30pm | Entry-level Pharmacy Technician (Registered) | CLOSED | 7 March 2022 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA-Radiology | 31 August 2021 Tues/Thurs 5:30pm - 9:30pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with EFDA & Radiology | CLOSED | 7 March 2022 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA-Radiology | 21 August 2021 Saturday Only 8am - 5pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with EFDA & Radiology | CLOSED | 7 March 2022 |
| REGISTERED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN | 26 Jan 2021 Tues/Thurs 6pm - 9:30pm | Entry-level Pharmacy Technician (Registered) | CLOSED | 18 October 2021 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA | 23 Jan 2021 Saturday only 8am - 5pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with EFDA & Radiology | CLOSED | 18 October 2021 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA | 4 May 2021 Tues/Thurs 5:30pm - 9:30pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with EFDA & Radiology | CLOSED | 18 October 2021 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA | 31 August 2020 Mon/Wed 5:30pm - 9:30pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with radiology & EFDA | Closed | 18 February 2021 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA | 15 August 2020 Saturday only 8am - 5pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with radiology & EFDA | Closed | 18 February 2021 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA | 27 April 2020 Mon/Wed 5:30pm - 9:30pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with radiology & EFDA | Closed | 22 October 2020 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA | 25 January 2020 Saturday only 8am - 5pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with radiology & EFDA | Closed | 22 October 2020 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA | 7 Sept 2019 Saturday only 8am - 5pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with EFDA & Radiology | Closed | 6 February 2020 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA | 19 Aug 2019 Mon/Wed 5:30pm - 9:30pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with EFDA & Radiology | Closed | 6 February 2020 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA | 27 April 2019 Saturday Only 8am - 5pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with EFDA & Radiology | Closed | 19 September 2019 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA | 25 March 2019 Mon/Wed 5:30 - 9:30pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with EFDA & Radiology | Closed | 19 September 2019 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA | 26 Jan 2019 Saturday Only 8am - 5pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with EFDA & Radiology | Closed | 27 June 2019 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA | October 2018 Mon/Wed 5:30 - 9:30pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with EFDA & Radiology | Closed | 10 April 2019 |
| DENTAL ASSIST/EFDA | Saturday Only 8am - 5pm | Introduction to entry-level dental assisting with EFDA & Radiology |
