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Pharmacy Technician Programs in Las Vegas, Nevada

Assist licensed pharmacists in dispensing medications. Below you'll find every pharmacy technician program we've verified at career schools serving Las Vegas, Nevada. Use this page to compare tuition, program length, credential awarded, completion and job placement rates, and the date each listing was last verified.

What to compare: total cost (tuition plus fees, books, and supplies), program length and schedule, credential awarded, accreditation status, state authorization, and published completion and placement rates from a specific year.

Las Vegas context: career schools operating in Nevada must hold authorization from the state's postsecondary regulatory agency in addition to any institutional or programmatic accreditation. The schools listed below display both their state license and accreditor on file, with direct links you can use to verify the records yourself before enrolling.

At a glance

3 verified schools offer pharmacy technician training in Las Vegas, Nevada with tuition from $16,500–$16,897, taking 36–40 weeks to complete. Every listed school holds accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

3 schools offering Pharmacy Technician in Las Vegas

  • Northwest Career College

    Pharmacy Technician · Diploma

    Las Vegas, NV

    Last verified August 30, 2026

    Length
    9 Months
    Credential
    Diploma
    Modality
    Not reported
    Total cost
    $16,500

    Accreditation

    • ABHES· Institutionally accredited (per institution's published catalog, effective 07/06/2026)

      Last verified August 30, 2026Verify
    • ACPE/ASHP· Programmatically accredited - Pharmacy Technician program

      Last verified August 30, 2026Verify
    • JRCERT· Programmatically accredited - Radiography program; grant of accreditation expires 2027

      Last verified August 30, 2026Verify

    State approval

    National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA), via Nevada· Participating institution; approved to offer fully online distance education to NC-SARA member states (fully online enrollment limited to AZ, CO, NV, UT residents)

    Last verified August 30, 2026Verify

    Program outcomes

    Completion
    Placement
    71%
    Licensure pass

    Outcomes year: 2025 · Last verified August 30, 2026 · Source

    Cost breakdown

    Tuition
    $16,500
    Fees
    Books & supplies
    Total program cost
    $16,500
  • Nevada Career Institute

    Pharmacy Technician · Diploma

    Las Vegas, NV

    Last verified August 30, 2026

    Length
    40 weeks; 32.5 semester credits; 788 course hours plus 206.25 outside prep hours (994.25 total hours), including a 240-hour externship
    Credential
    Diploma
    Modality
    Hybrid
    Total cost
    $17,315

    Accreditation

    • ABHES· Surgical Technology program accredited

      Last verified August 30, 2026Verify
    • CAAHEP· Surgical Technology program accredited upon recommendation of ARC/STSA

      Last verified August 30, 2026Verify
    • ASHP· Pharmacy Technician program accredited

      Last verified August 30, 2026Verify
    • ACEN· Associate of Arts in Nursing is a candidate for initial accreditation effective November 22, 2024; candidacy expires November 22, 2026

      Last verified August 30, 2026Verify

    State approval

    Nevada State Board of Nursing (NSBN)· Associate of Arts in Nursing program holds Provisional Approval (granted to programs that have not yet graduated a first class)

    Last verified August 30, 2026Verify

    Program outcomes

    Completion
    Placement
    Licensure pass

    Outcomes year: · Last verified August 30, 2026 · Source

    Cost breakdown

    Tuition
    $16,897
    Fees
    $100
    Books & supplies
    $318
    Total program cost
    $17,315
  • Pima Medical Institute - Las Vegas

    Pharmacy Technician · Certificate

    Las Vegas, NV

    Last verified August 30, 2026

    Length
    33.5 credits / 840 clock hours; 36 weeks; 6-week externship
    Credential
    Certificate
    Modality
    Hybrid
    Total cost
    $18,358

    Accreditation

    • ABHES· Institutionally accredited per the school's published accreditation page; NOT independently confirmed in the ABHES Directory of Institutions during this session

      Last verified August 30, 2026Verify
    • ACOTE· Accredited - Occupational Therapy Assistant program, Las Vegas campus

      Last verified August 30, 2026Verify
    • CoARC· Continuing Accreditation - Respiratory Therapy program #200507, AAS, Las Vegas

      Last verified August 30, 2026Verify
    • CAAHEP· Accredited - Paramedic program, Las Vegas campus

      Last verified August 30, 2026Verify
    • JRCERT· Accredited - Radiography program; current award is 8 years

      Last verified August 30, 2026Verify
    • AVMA CVTEA· Accredited - Veterinary Technician program

      Last verified August 30, 2026Verify
    • ASHP· Accredited - Pharmacy Technician program

      Last verified August 30, 2026Verify
    • CAPTE· Accredited - Physical Therapist Assistant program

      Last verified August 30, 2026Verify

    State approval

    Southern Nevada Work Force Investment Board· Approved

    Last verified August 30, 2026Verify

    Program outcomes

    Completion
    Placement
    Licensure pass

    Outcomes year: · Last verified August 30, 2026 · Source

    Cost breakdown

    Tuition
    $16,817
    Fees
    $580
    Books & supplies
    $961
    Total program cost
    $18,358

What to compare before enrolling in a pharmacy technician program in Las Vegas

Career school marketing pages emphasize different things. Use this checklist to compare apples to apples.

Tuition vs. total cost
Tuition is rarely the full cost. Add fees (registration, lab, technology), books and supplies, uniforms or tools, and any required certification or licensing exam fees. Ask for a written total program cost disclosure for each pharmacy technician program.
Program length: hours vs. weeks
Two programs both labeled "24 weeks" can deliver very different amounts of training. Compare clock hours (or credit hours) and the schedule (full-time, part-time, evenings) — not just calendar length.
Accreditation vs. state approval
These are two different things. State approval means Nevada has authorized the school to legally operate. Accreditation is granted by an independent agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and is required for federal financial aid and many professional licenses. Confirm both, with source links, before you enroll.
Outcomes: completion and job placement
Ask for the most recent year's completion rate (% of starters who graduated on time) and job placement rate (% of graduates working in the field). A reputable school will share the year, the methodology, and the underlying numbers — not just a percentage.

Data credibility

Data last verified: August 30, 2026

Consumer notice

Frequently asked questions

How long are pharmacy technician programs in Las Vegas?
Most pharmacy technician programs in Las Vegas take about 24 weeks of full-time study, though some schools offer accelerated or part-time tracks. Always confirm exact program length with the school.
How much do pharmacy technician programs cost in Las Vegas?
Tuition for Pharmacy Technician programs in Las Vegas currently ranges from $16,500 to $16,897 based on schools listed here. Costs may not include books, supplies, fees, or licensing exams.
Do I need to attend an accredited pharmacy technician program?
Accreditation matters for federal financial aid eligibility, credit transfer, and — for many healthcare and trades careers — sitting for licensing or certification exams. Every school listed here displays its accreditor and a link to verify the listing directly with the accrediting agency.
Is the school approved to operate in Nevada?
Career schools must be authorized by Nevada's state regulatory agency. Each school profile on CareerSchoolFinder shows its state authorization status and license number where available, with a link to the state agency's public records.
What questions should I ask before enrolling?
Ask for: (1) the school's most recent completion and job placement rates, (2) total cost including fees, books, and supplies, (3) accreditation and state authorization documentation, (4) the refund policy in writing, and (5) names and contact information of recent graduates you can speak with.

Questions to ask before enrolling in a pharmacy technician program

Bring this checklist to every information session, campus tour, or admissions phone call.

Is the program institutionally accredited, or only state-approved?
These are different things. State approval lets the school operate; accreditation by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education is what lets you use federal financial aid and is required for many professional licensure paths.
What is the total cost, including all fees, books, supplies, and exam fees?
Tuition is rarely the full price. Ask for a written total program cost disclosure that itemizes tuition, registration, technology, lab, and book/supply fees, plus any required certification or licensing exam fees.
How long is the program in clock hours, not just weeks?
Two programs both labeled "36 weeks" can deliver very different amounts of training. Ask for the total clock hours (or credit hours) and the weekly schedule (full-time, part-time, evenings, weekends).
What are the most recent completion and job placement rates?
Ask for the year, the methodology, and the underlying numbers — not just a percentage. A reputable school will share its annual performance fact sheet or gainful-employment disclosure.
Is there a licensure or certification exam? What is the most recent pass rate?
For healthcare, beauty, and many trades programs, a state or national exam is required to work in the field. Ask for the school's most recent first-time pass rate.
What is the refund policy if I withdraw?
Refund schedules vary widely. Ask to see the written enrollment agreement and the state-mandated cancellation/refund schedule before signing anything.

Where this data comes from

Every figure on CareerSchoolFinder is compiled from public records, accreditor directories, or the school's own published disclosures. We never accept payment from schools to be listed, and we don't sell prospective-student information.

  • Public filings

    State regulator records (e.g., California BPPE, Maryland Board of Cosmetologists), federal College Navigator (NCES), and IPEDS data submitted by the institution.

  • Accreditor directories

    Active-status verifications come directly from the accrediting agency's public directory (ACCSC, ABHES, COE, ACCET, NACCAS, COMTA, and others recognized by the U.S. Department of Education).

  • School disclosures

    Tuition, fees, program length, and outcomes (completion, placement, licensure pass rate) come from the school's published catalog, performance fact sheets, and gainful-employment disclosures.

Data changes between catalog years. Always confirm directly with the school and the relevant state regulator before enrolling. College Navigator

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