The average annual wage of the occupations is $43,330 and $21 per hour. 1 vocational program could be taken for the Pharmacy Technicians career. Based on BLS data, a total of 460,280 employees were employed in the Occupation.
The 2024 average tuition over the programs for preparing Pharmacy Technicians is $14,974. The average length of the programs is 422 hours and the average completion time is 9.46 months.
The following 1 vocational program is required or helpful to prepare Pharmacy Technicians. Total 441 schools are offering certificate programs.
The tuition, program length, and completion time program information is average amounts over all schools that offer each program. This information is only for vocational programs (i.e. certificate programs) and not for bachelor's or graduate degrees.
| Program Name | Number of Schools | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Lengths | Avg. Completion Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | 441 | $14,974 | $741 | 422 Hours | 9.46 Months |
The following 19 occupations are related to Pharmacy Technicians.
| Occupation | Total Employees | Annual Wages | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | - | |
| Pharmacists | 332K | $134,790 | $65 |
| Physician Assistants | 146K | $130,490 | $63 |
| Emergency Medicine Physicians | 35,100 | $306,640 | $147 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | 55,660 | $70,270 | $34 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | 167K | $43,100 | $21 |
| Surgical Technologists | 110K | $62,250 | $30 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | 122K | $44,040 | $21 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | 73,390 | $44,290 | $21 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | 630K | $60,790 | $29 |
| Medical Records Specialists | 186K | $53,690 | $26 |
| Opticians, Dispensing | 76,770 | $47,560 | $23 |
| Surgical Assistants | 18,780 | $65,190 | $31 |
| Nursing Assistants | 1,352K | $39,610 | $19 |
| Dental Assistants | 371K | $47,350 | $23 |
| Medical Assistants | 763K | $43,350 | $21 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | 66,790 | $47,410 | $23 |
| Pharmacy Aides | 43,830 | $38,980 | $19 |
| Phlebotomists | 137K | $43,130 | $21 |
The following 409 schools offer the vocational programs and certificate courses for preparing Pharmacy Technicians. The list includes some 4-year colleges that have certificate or associate programs for the career.