Pharmacy Tech Schools in Merced, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare pharmacy tech programs in Merced, California. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Pharmacy Tech Schools Near Merced, CA

#1

San Joaquin Valley College-Modesto

Salida, CA 43.3 miles away BOC Score 46.6
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 69%
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 989

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

San Joaquin Valley College-Fresno

Fresno, CA 50.4 miles away
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  • Graduation rate: 56%
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 315

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

UEI College-Fresno

Fresno, CA 52.4 miles away BOC Score 27.4
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 1,403

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#4

Institute of Technology

Clovis, CA 52.4 miles away BOC Score 44.2
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  • Programs offered: 22
  • Annual completions: 1,551

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#5

Carrington College-Stockton

Stockton, CA 63.3 miles away BOC Score 41.0
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 231

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#6

Carrington College-San Jose

San Jose, CA 71.5 miles away BOC Score 46.8
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 558

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#7

Contra Costa Medical Career College

Antioch, CA 85.8 miles away BOC Score 81.1
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  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 936

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#8

Foothill College

Los Altos Hills, CA 90.7 miles away BOC Score 61.4
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 1,240
  • Online programs available

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#9

San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia

Visalia, CA 92.5 miles away BOC Score 45.3
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  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 1,915
  • Online programs available

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#10

College of the Sequoias

Visalia, CA 93.4 miles away BOC Score 47.3
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  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 2,591

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California Pharmacy Tech Salary Snapshot

California
California Median Pay $55,110 $26.50 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $45,750 $22.00 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 29-2052 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • ASHP/ACPE accreditation status
  • PTCB or ExCPT certification exam prep and pass rates
  • Pharmacy externship hours (retail, hospital, specialty)
  • State registration or licensing requirements
  • Sterile and non-sterile compounding training

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Career Overview

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