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Pharmacy Technician Programs in West Virginia

3 accredited West Virginia schools graduated 288 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what pharmacy technicians earn in West Virginia.

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

Schools
33 cities
Lowest published cost
$5,545median $5,545
Graduates 2023–24
288
West Virginia median pay
$38,210−$7,540 vs U.S.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Martinsburg, WV 1 school

Martinsburg College

341 Aikens Center, Martinsburg, WV 25404
Private for-profit Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
264
Program cost
$5,545
Length
8 months

This private for-profit four-year institution in Berkeley County graduated 264 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $5,545 for a program of about 8 months.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Morgantown, WV 1 school

West Virginia Junior College-Morgantown

148 Willey St, Morgantown, WV 26505
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
19
College tuition
$12,767/yr
Length
1-2 years

19 Pharmacy Tech credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $12,767.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Huntington, WV 1 school

Mountwest Community and Technical College

One Mountwest Way, Huntington, WV 25701
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
5
College tuition
$4,818/yr
Length
1-2 years

5 Pharmacy Tech credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,818 ($12,004 out of state).

How to get Pharmacy Tech certified in West Virginia

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

Pharmacy Technician Programs in West Virginia: FAQ

How many Pharmacy Tech programs are in West Virginia?

We list 3 accredited West Virginia schools that graduated Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24, 1 of them public. Together they awarded 288 Pharmacy Tech credentials that year.

How much do pharmacy technician programs cost in West Virginia?

1 West Virginia schools published a program price. Tuition plus books and supplies ranged from $5,545 to $5,545, with a median of $5,545. Community colleges often charge by credit hour instead, so check each school’s net price calculator.

How much do pharmacy technicians make in West Virginia?

The median pharmacy technician in West Virginia earns $38,210 a year ($18.37 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $45,750 nationally. The top 10% earn $48,460 or more.

Which West Virginia school trains the most pharmacy technicians?

Martinsburg College in Martinsburg reported the most Pharmacy Tech graduates in West Virginia: 264 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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