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$45,750
Avg. Salary
6.4%
Job Growth
6-12 months
Program Length
376
Schools Listed
Pharmacy technicians assist pharmacists in dispensing medications, managing inventory, and providing customer service. Work in retail pharmacies, hospitals, and mail-order facilities.
Pharmacy Technician programs typically take 6-12 months to complete and combine classroom instruction with hands-on training using industry-standard tools and equipment. Graduates enter the workforce earning an average of $45,750 per year, with experienced professionals earning significantly more.
Earning certifications like PTCB Certification and ExCPT can increase your employability and qualify you for higher-paying positions. Many Pharmacy Tech training programs include certification prep as part of the curriculum.
$45,750
National median salary
6.4%
10-year job growth
6-12 months
Typical training length
The demand for skilled pharmacy technicians continues to grow as experienced workers retire and new infrastructure projects create additional opportunities. Trade school graduates often start working immediately after completing their training, with many programs offering job placement assistance and connections to local employers.
50 East Fordham Road, Bronx, NY 10468
$995
8.5 weeks (evenings)
View Details →2276 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Graniteville, SC 29829
$6,000
12 months
View Details →1247 Jimmie Kerr Road, Graham, NC 27253
$5,056
2 years
View Details →1704 South Slappey Blvd, Albany, GA 31701
$1,284
8 weeks
View Details →12401 Willowbrook Rd SE, Cumberland, MD 21502
$1,500
9 months
View Details →1200 N Magnolia Ave, Anaheim, CA 92801
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9-12 months
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National figures for pharmacy technicians from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025). The 90th percentile is a better guide to what the trade can pay than the median, which describes the middle of the field.
$45,750
Median pay
$61,040
Top 10% earn above
$36,020
Lowest 10% earn below
471,680
Employed nationally
Employment is projected to grow 6.4% over 2025-2035, with about 44,700 openings a year from growth and retirements combined. The typical way in is high school diploma or equivalent, followed by moderate-term on-the-job training.