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Pharmacy Technician programs
Pharmacy technicians help pharmacists dispense prescription medication to customers or health professionals. Many states require certification.
At a glance
9 verified listings offer Pharmacy Technician training across 2 states (NV, AZ), with tuition from $16,500–$16,998. A typical program runs about 24 weeks and leads to a certificate.
Schools that offer Pharmacy Technician
All schools listed publish accreditation, tuition, and outcomes data.
| School | Location | Length | Modality | Tuition | Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nevada Career Institute | Las Vegas, NV | 40 weeks; 32.5 semester credits; 788 course hours plus 206.25 outside prep hours (994.25 total hours), including a 240-hour externship | Hybrid | $16,897 | — |
| Arizona College - Glendale | Glendale, AZ | Approximately 34 weeks (3 terms of 10 weeks); published course totals 381 lecture / 231 lab / 160 externship contact hours (50 credits) | Hybrid | $16,998 | 46% |
| Arizona College - Mesa | Mesa, AZ | 34-week undergraduate diploma program; blended delivery; ASHP-accredited | Hybrid | $16,998 | 88% |
| GateWay Community College-Central City | Phoenix, AZ | — wks | Not reported | — | — |
| Carrington College - Mesa | Mesa, AZ | 36 weeks (not including breaks); 840 contact hours (375 lecture / 225 lab / 240 externship); 36 semester credit hours | Hybrid | — | — |
| Carrington College - Phoenix | Phoenix, AZ | Approximately 36 weeks (not including breaks); 840 clock hours (375 lecture / 225 lab / 240 extern); 36 semester credit hours | Hybrid | — | — |
| Carrington College - Tucson | Tucson, AZ | 36 weeks (6-week terms), 36 semester credits; 375 lecture / 225 lab / 240 externship hours | Hybrid | — | — |
| Northwest Career College | Las Vegas, NV | 9 Months | Not reported | $16,500 | 71% |
| Pima Medical Institute - Las Vegas | Las Vegas, NV | 33.5 credits / 840 clock hours; 36 weeks; 6-week externship | Hybrid | $16,817 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
- How long is a pharmacy technician program?
- Most pharmacy technician programs take about 24 weeks of full-time study and lead to a certificate.
- What is the median salary for a Pharmacy Technician?
- According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage is approximately $38,000. Actual salaries vary by region, employer, and experience.
- What should I look for in a pharmacy technician school?
- Verify the school's institutional accreditation, state authorization, completion rate, and job placement rate. CareerSchoolFinder lists schools that meet these baseline transparency requirements.
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.
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School disclosures
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