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Pharmacy Technician Programs in Florida

32 accredited Florida schools graduated 975 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what pharmacy technicians earn in Florida.

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

Schools
3213 cities
Lowest published cost
$3,358median $7,239
Graduates 2023–24
975
Florida median pay
$43,590−$2,160 vs U.S.

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Pharmacy Technician Programs in Miami, FL 9 schools

Global Medical & Technical Training Institute

1830 NW 7th Street, Suite 200, Miami, FL 33125
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
136
Program cost
$12,790
Length
12 months

This private for-profit career school in Miami-Dade County graduated 136 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24, the 2nd-most in the state. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $12,790 for a program of about 12 months.

FVI School of Nursing and Technology

7757 West Flagler Suite 220, Miami, FL 33144
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
132
Program cost
$17,560
Length
9 months

Private for-profit two-year college in Miami that reported 132 Pharmacy Tech graduates in 2023–24, the 3rd-most in the state. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $17,560 for a program of about 9 months.

Florida Education Institute

5818 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33144
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
80
Program cost
$17,879
Length
11 months

This private for-profit two-year college in Miami-Dade County graduated 80 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24, the 5th-most in the state. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $17,879 for a program of about 11 months.

Concorde Career Institute-Miramar

10933 Marks Way, Miramar, FL 33025
Private for-profit Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
21
Program cost
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Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Private for-profit two-year college in Miramar that reported 21 Pharmacy Tech graduates in 2023–24.

Atlantic Technical College

4700 Coconut Creek Parkway, Coconut Creek, FL 33063
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
16
Program cost
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Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Broward County graduated 16 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24.

Miami Dade College

300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
10
College tuition
$1,987/yr
Length
1-2 years

10 Pharmacy Tech credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,987 ($7,947 out of state).

Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College

5780 NW 158th Street, Miami Lakes, FL 33014
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
10
Program cost
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Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Miami-Dade County graduated 10 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24.

South Dade Technical College-South Dade Skills Center Campus

28300 S.W. 152nd Avenue, Homestead, FL 33033
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
6
Program cost
$3,358
Length
12 months

This public career school in Miami-Dade County graduated 6 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $3,358 for a program of about 12 months.

Sheridan Technical College

5400 Sheridan St, Hollywood, FL 33021
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
1
Program cost
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Length
1-2 years

1 Pharmacy Tech credential awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Orlando, FL 8 schools

Ana G. Mendez University

5575 South Semoran Blvd. Suite #502, Orlando, FL 32822
Private nonprofit Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
31
College tuition
$11,850/yr
Length
1-2 years

Private nonprofit four-year institution in Orlando that reported 31 Pharmacy Tech graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $11,850.

Concorde Career Institute-Orlando

3444 McCrory Place, Orlando, FL 32803
Private for-profit Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
25
Program cost
$15,172
Length
6 months

Private for-profit two-year college in Orlando that reported 25 Pharmacy Tech graduates in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $15,172 for a program of about 6 months.

Orange Technical College

301 W Amelia Street, Orlando, FL 32801
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
25
Program cost
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Length
1-2 years

25 Pharmacy Tech credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college.

Osceola Technical College

501 Simpson Rd, Kissimmee, FL 34744
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
23
Program cost
$7,239
Length
10 months

Public career school in Kissimmee that reported 23 Pharmacy Tech graduates in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $7,239 for a program of about 10 months.

Lake Technical College

2001 Kurt Street, Eustis, FL 32726
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
16
Program cost
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Length
1-2 years

Public career school in Eustis that reported 16 Pharmacy Tech graduates in 2023–24.

Orange Technical College-West Campus

2010 Ocoee Apopka Rd, Ocoee, FL 34761
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
11
Program cost
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Length
1-2 years

11 Pharmacy Tech credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college.

Seminole State College of Florida

100 Weldon Blvd, Sanford, FL 32773
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
9
College tuition
$2,498/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public four-year institution in Seminole County graduated 9 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,498 ($9,494 out of state).

Orange Technical College-East Campus

901 W. Webster Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
3
Program cost
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Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Winter Park that reported 3 Pharmacy Tech graduates in 2023–24.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Tampa, FL 4 schools

Ultimate Medical Academy

1255 Cleveland St, Clearwater, FL 33755
Private nonprofit Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
178
Program cost
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Length
Associate degree

178 Pharmacy Tech credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private nonprofit two-year college, the most in the state.

Aguilas International Technical Institute

7520 West Waters Avenue, Tampa, FL 33615
Private for-profit Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
125
Program cost
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Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This private for-profit career school in Hillsborough County graduated 125 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24, the 4th-most in the state.

Concorde Career Institute-Tampa

4202 W Spruce, Tampa, FL 33607
Private for-profit Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
17
Program cost
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Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Private for-profit two-year college in Tampa that reported 17 Pharmacy Tech graduates in 2023–24.

H W Brewster Technical College

2222 N. Tampa Street, Tampa, FL 33602
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
3
Program cost
$5,875
Length
12 months

3 Pharmacy Tech credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $5,875 for a program of about 12 months.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Pensacola, FL 2 schools

Radford M Locklin Technical College

5330 Berryhill Rd, Milton, FL 32570
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
13
Program cost
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Length
1-2 years

13 Pharmacy Tech credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college.

Pensacola State College

1000 College Blvd, Pensacola, FL 32504
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
3
College tuition
$1,871/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public four-year institution in Pensacola that reported 3 Pharmacy Tech graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,871 ($7,483 out of state).

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Winter Haven, FL 1 school

Ridge Technical College

7700 State Rd 544, Winter Haven, FL 33881
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
16
College tuition
$3,800/yr
Length
1-2 years

16 Pharmacy Tech credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public career school. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,800 ($10,368 out of state).

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Ocala, FL 1 school

Rasmussen University-Florida

1227 SW 17th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
Private for-profit Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
13
College tuition
$13,452/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Private for-profit four-year institution in Ocala that reported 13 Pharmacy Tech graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $13,452.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Naples, FL 1 school

Lorenzo Walker Technical College

3702 Estey Avenue, Naples, FL 34104
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
12
Program cost
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Length
1-2 years

Public career school in Naples that reported 12 Pharmacy Tech graduates in 2023–24.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Chipley, FL 1 school

Florida Panhandle Technical College

757 Hoyt Street, Chipley, FL 32428
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
11
Program cost
$3,951
Length
10 months

11 Pharmacy Tech credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public career school. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $3,951 for a program of about 10 months.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Fort Pierce, FL 1 school

Indian River State College

3209 Virginia Ave, Fort Pierce, FL 34981
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (2-4 years)
Graduates '23–24
11
College tuition
$2,496/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public four-year institution in St. Lucie County graduated 11 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,496 ($9,360 out of state).

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Bradenton, FL 1 school

Manatee Technical College

6305 State Rd 70 East, Bradenton, FL 34203
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
8
Program cost
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Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Manatee County graduated 8 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Live Oak, FL 1 school

Riveroak Technical College

415 SW Pinewood Dr, Live Oak, FL 32064
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
5
Program cost
$5,496
Length
11 months

5 Pharmacy Tech credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $5,496 for a program of about 11 months.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in DeFuniak Springs, FL 1 school

Emerald Coast Technical College

761 N 20th St, DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
3
Program cost
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Length
1-2 years

This public career school in Walton County graduated 3 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Jacksonville, FL 1 school

Florida State College at Jacksonville

501 W State St, Jacksonville, FL 32202
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
2
College tuition
$2,095/yr
Length
1-2 years

2 Pharmacy Tech credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,095 ($7,947 out of state).

How to get Pharmacy Tech certified in Florida

  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 Florida requirements with the relevant state board or registry before you enroll.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Florida: FAQ

How many Pharmacy Tech programs are in Florida?

We list 32 accredited Florida schools that graduated Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24, 22 of them public. Together they awarded 975 Pharmacy Tech credentials that year.

How much do pharmacy technician programs cost in Florida?

9 Florida schools published a program price. Tuition plus books and supplies ranged from $3,358 to $17,879, with a median of $7,239. Community colleges often charge by credit hour instead, so check each school’s net price calculator.

How much do pharmacy technicians make in Florida?

The median pharmacy technician in Florida earns $43,590 a year ($20.96 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $45,750 nationally. The top 10% earn $54,980 or more.

Which Florida school trains the most pharmacy technicians?

Ultimate Medical Academy in Clearwater reported the most Pharmacy Tech graduates in Florida: 178 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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