Pharmacy Tech Schools in Murrieta, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare pharmacy tech programs in Murrieta, California. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Pharmacy Tech Schools Near Murrieta, CA

#1

San Joaquin Valley College-Temecula

Temecula, CA 3.5 miles away BOC Score 53.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 1,182

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Riverside County Office of Education-School of Career Education

Riverside, CA 24.7 miles away BOC Score 55.6
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 172

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

UEI College-Oceanside

Oceanside, CA 27.3 miles away BOC Score 37.3
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  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 1,331

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#5

American College of Healthcare and Technology

Riverside, CA 28.7 miles away BOC Score 48.3
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 256

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#6

North-West College-Riverside

Riverside, CA 29.1 miles away BOC Score 41.0
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 535

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#7

UEI College-Riverside

Riverside, CA 29.4 miles away BOC Score 35.0
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  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 2,563

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#8

Pima Medical Institute-San Marcos

San Marcos, CA 30.1 miles away BOC Score 47.1
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 432

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#9

Escondido Adult School

Escondido, CA 31 miles away
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  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 349

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#10

San Bernardino Valley College

San Bernardino, CA 36.2 miles away BOC Score 42.3
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  • 701 South Mount Vernon Avenue San Bernardino, CA 92410-2798
  • (909) 384-4400
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 56
  • Annual completions: 1,469
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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

Next Steps

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Career Overview

Learn more about salary, outlook, and career paths: Pharmacy Technician career guide

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