Pharmacy Technician Programs Near You
Pharmacy technicians help pharmacists dispense prescriptions: measuring medication, labeling, managing inventory and processing insurance, in retail and hospital pharmacies. Below are 334 accredited schools that graduated Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24, organized by state and city.
Updated October 2026 · Sources: IPEDS, BLS
- Schools
- 334in 43 states
- Graduates 2023–24
- 6,935
- Median program cost
- $17,40082 schools reporting
- U.S. median pay
- $45,750$22.00/hr
Pharmacy Technician Programs by state
Top cities for pharmacy technician programs
- Los Angeles, CA24
- Riverside, CA13
- Phoenix, AZ9
- Miami, FL9
- Orlando, FL8
- Houston, TX7
- Detroit, MI6
- San Antonio, TX6
- San Diego, CA5
- Dallas, TX5
- Seattle, WA5
- San Francisco, CA4
- Sacramento, CA4
- Tampa, FL4
- McAllen, TX4
- Memphis, TN3
- Fresno, CA3
- Denver, CO3
- Chicago, IL3
- Lafayette, LA3
- Minneapolis, MN3
- Albuquerque, NM3
- Bakersfield, CA3
- Las Vegas, NV3
- Beaumont, TX3
- Tucson, AZ3
- Shreveport, LA3
- Philadelphia, PA2
- Atlanta, GA2
- St. Louis, MO2
Largest Pharmacy Tech programs in the U.S.
| School | Location | Graduates |
|---|---|---|
| Martinsburg College | Martinsburg, WV | 264 |
| Ultimate Medical Academy | Clearwater, FL | 178 |
| Miller-Motte College-Chattanooga | Chattanooga, TN | 153 |
| Global Medical & Technical Training Institute | Miami, FL | 136 |
| FVI School of Nursing and Technology | Miami, FL | 132 |
| Mountainland Technical College | Lehi, UT | 130 |
| Aguilas International Technical Institute | Tampa, FL | 125 |
| Concorde Career College-Memphis | Memphis, TN | 119 |
| Ross College-Sylvania | Sylvania, OH | 101 |
| American Career College-Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | 88 |
How to become a pharmacy technician
- Check your state board of pharmacy’s rules. Many states require registration before you can work.
- Complete a training program. PTCB eligibility requires a PTCB-recognized program or equivalent work experience.
- Pass the PTCE (CPhT) or ExCPT.
- Renew certification every two years with continuing education.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to become a pharmacy technician?
Certificate programs commonly take a few months to a year; associate-degree programs take about 2 years.
What certification do pharmacy technicians need?
Registration, licensure or certification with your state board of pharmacy (requirements vary widely by state). National certifications: PTCB’s CPhT (via the PTCE) and NHA’s ExCPT.
How much do pharmacy technician programs cost?
Across 82 schools that published a program price, tuition plus books and supplies ranged from $2,062 to $32,240, with a median of $17,400.
How much do pharmacy technicians make?
The U.S. median wage for pharmacy technicians was $45,750 a year ($22.00/hour) in May 2025. The lowest-paid 10% earned under $36,020; the top 10% earned over $61,040.