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Pharmacy Technician Programs in Alabama

4 accredited Alabama schools graduated 53 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what pharmacy technicians earn in Alabama.

Updated October 2026 · Data: IPEDS 2023–24, BLS May 2025

Schools
44 cities
Lowest published cost
$18,189median $18,189
Graduates 2023–24
53
Alabama median pay
$39,030−$6,720 vs U.S.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Dothan, AL 1 school

Fortis College-Dothan

200 Vulcan Way, Dothan, AL 36303
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
17
Program cost
$18,189
Length
9 months

This private for-profit career school in Houston County graduated 17 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $18,189 for a program of about 9 months.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Montgomery, AL 1 school

Fortis College-Montgomery

3736 Atlanta Hwy, Montgomery, AL 36109
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
15
Program cost
$18,189
Length
9 months

This private for-profit career school in Montgomery County graduated 15 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $18,189 for a program of about 9 months.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Mobile, AL 1 school

Fortis College

7033 Airport Blvd., Mobile, AL 36608
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
14
Program cost
$18,189
Length
9 months

14 Pharmacy Tech credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit career school. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $18,189 for a program of about 9 months.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Evergreen, AL 1 school

Reid State Technical College

100 and Hwy 83, Evergreen, AL 36401
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
7
College tuition
$4,600/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

7 Pharmacy Tech credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,600 ($9,200 out of state).

How to get Pharmacy Tech certified in Alabama

  1. Check your state board of pharmacy’s rules. Many states require registration before you can work.
  2. Complete a training program. PTCB eligibility requires a PTCB-recognized program or equivalent work experience.
  3. Pass the PTCE (CPhT) or ExCPT.
  4. Renew certification every two years with continuing education.

Rules differ by state. Confirm current Alabama requirements with the relevant state board or registry before you enroll.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Alabama: FAQ

How many Pharmacy Tech programs are in Alabama?

We list 4 accredited Alabama schools that graduated Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24, 1 of them public. Together they awarded 53 Pharmacy Tech credentials that year.

How much do pharmacy technician programs cost in Alabama?

3 Alabama schools published a program price. Tuition plus books and supplies ranged from $18,189 to $18,189, with a median of $18,189. Community colleges often charge by credit hour instead, so check each school’s net price calculator.

How much do pharmacy technicians make in Alabama?

The median pharmacy technician in Alabama earns $39,030 a year ($18.77 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $45,750 nationally. The top 10% earn $49,760 or more.

Which Alabama school trains the most pharmacy technicians?

Fortis College-Dothan in Dothan reported the most Pharmacy Tech graduates in Alabama: 17 in 2023–24.

How long does Pharmacy Tech training take?

Certificate programs commonly take a few months to a year; associate-degree programs take about 2 years.

What exam do pharmacy technicians take?

National certifications: PTCB’s CPhT (via the PTCE) and NHA’s ExCPT.

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