$2,995 or Less
$2,995 or Less
Palo Alto, CA Pharmacy Technician Program
Gain the skills to maintain and operate a pharmacy in just 9 weeks and begin an exciting career as a pharmacy technician. CALRegional administers this program in partnership with local schools.
Gain the skills to maintain and operate a pharmacy in just 9 weeks and begin an exciting career as a pharmacy technician. CALRegional administers this program in partnership with local schools.
9-12 Weeks
Program Length
CPhT
CPhT
Certification
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$2,995 or Less
Graduate Debt Free
What Is a Pharmacy Technician?
Pharmacy technicians work under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist and are responsible for various tasks, including filling prescriptions, maintaining patient records, processing insurance claims, and more. They commonly work in hospitals, retail drug stores, and clinics. As the field expands, unique opportunities arise for work in closed-door infusion pharmacies, nuclear pharmacies, and IT.
The pharmacy technician field is growing rapidly. According to the Occupational Outlook Handbook, employment for pharmacy technicians is projected to grow 7% from 2023 to 2033—faster than the average for all occupations.
In California, pharmacy technicians earn an average annual salary of $45,252, offering a reliable entry point into the healthcare industry with room to grow.
Pharmacy technicians work under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist and are responsible for various tasks, including filling prescriptions, maintaining patient records, processing insurance claims, and more. They commonly work in hospitals, retail drug stores, and clinics. As the field expands, unique opportunities arise for work in closed-door infusion pharmacies, nuclear pharmacies, and IT.
The pharmacy technician field is growing rapidly. According to the Occupational Outlook Handbook, employment for pharmacy technicians is projected to grow 7% from 2023 to 2033—faster than the average for all occupations.
In Texas, pharmacy technicians earn an average annual salary of $36,253, offering a reliable entry point into the healthcare industry with room to grow.
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Why California Chooses CALRegional
Fastest Certification in California
Beware of phlebotomy training sites promoting fast-paced programs, as fast doesn't always mean you'll start working quickly. Through CALRegional-administered programs, students can become certified and eligible for licensure in just 3 weeks.
Immediate Externship Placement
While many phlebotomy programs may take up to 90 days to arrange externship placements, students enrolled in CALRegional-administered programs are placed immediately. Don't let delays slow your progress—these programs fast-track your career path.
91% Certification Passing Rate
Unlike others, CALRegional is transparent about outcomes. Students in CALRegional-administered phlebotomy programs complete the course and pass the national certification exam—achieving a 91% passing rate that exceeds the industry average.
A Better Approach to Pharmacy Technician Training
Unlike others, the Pharmacy Technician Program administered by CALRegional provides comprehensive training across all pharmacy settings—including retail, hospital, closed-door, and sterile compounding. Students can become certified as entry-level pharmacy technicians in as little as 9 weeks for $2,995 or less. Interest-free payment plans are available, and everyone qualifies. No prior medical experience is required.
Unlike others, the Pharmacy Technician Program administered by CALRegional provides comprehensive training across all pharmacy settings—including retail, hospital, closed-door, and sterile compounding. Students can become certified as entry-level pharmacy technicians in as little as 9 weeks for $2,995 or less. Interest-free payment plans are available, and everyone qualifies. No prior medical experience is required.
This is a hybrid course, with 50% instructor-led online lectures and 50% hands-on lab training. The program satisfies all training guidelines established by the California State Board of Pharmacy and is authorized to run through CALRegional’s partnerships with local schools.
Upon graduation, students will take the national Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Students can then apply for state licensure in California.
If you are detail-oriented, work well with data, and prefer to work directly with patients, the Pharmacy Technician Program may be right for you. This program is also great for students who want to keep their professional options open. You can learn more about the exciting career opportunities for pharmacy technicians here.
This is a hybrid course, with 50% instructor-led online lectures and 50% hands-on lab training. Upon graduation, students will take the national Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Students can then apply for state licensure in Texas.
If you are detail-oriented, work well with data, and prefer to work directly with patients, the Pharmacy Technician Program may be right for you. This program is also great for students who want to keep their professional options open. You can learn more about the exciting career opportunities for pharmacy technicians here.
Pharmacy Technician Training Includes:
- 182 hours of online instruction & hands-on training
- Guaranteed 120-hour externship
- CPR certification
- National exam
- 182 hours of online instruction & hands-on training
- Guaranteed 120-hour externship
- CPR certification
- National exam
Skills You Will Learn
Pharmacy Externship & Certification
Externship
The Pharmacy Technician Program includes placement into an externship at the end of the course.
A clinical externship is recommended for obtaining licensure in California. It helps students get their foot in the door faster because they are job-ready.
Want to learn more about what to expect? Our blog answers the top 10 most frequently asked questions about externships.
Externship
The Pharmacy Technician Program includes placement into an externship at the end of the course.
While a clinical externship is not required to obtain certification, the experience helps our students get their foot in the door faster because they are job-ready.
Want to learn more about what to expect? Our blog answers the top 10 most frequently asked questions about externships.
Certification
Tuition includes the national Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
Once students pass the class and externship and receive a certificate of completion, they are ready to take the national certification exam.
Students who pass the exam may apply for state licensure through the California State Board of Pharmacy.
Certification
Tuition includes the national Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
Once students pass the class and externship and receive a certificate of completion, they are ready to take the national certification exam.
Students who pass the exam may apply for state licensure through the Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP).
Learn more about becoming a certified pharmacy technician in Texas here.