Pharmacy Tech Schools in Shafter, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare pharmacy tech programs in Shafter, 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 Shafter, CA

#1

UEI College-Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA 10.7 miles away BOC Score 31.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 2,177

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA 11.6 miles away BOC Score 39.0
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  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 769

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#3

Glendale Career College-North-West College-Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA 13.3 miles away BOC Score 42.1
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 50

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#4

College of the Sequoias

Visalia, CA 58.9 miles away BOC Score 47.3
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  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 2,591

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#5

San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia

Visalia, CA 59.2 miles away BOC Score 45.3
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  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 1,915
  • Online programs available

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#6

High Desert Medical College

Lancaster, CA 81.5 miles away BOC Score 38.6
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  • Graduation rate: 67%
  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 1,467

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#7

San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster

Lancaster, CA 82.6 miles away BOC Score 41.3
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 328

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#8

Ventura Adult and Continuing Education

Ventura, CA 84.4 miles away BOC Score 77.6
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 46

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#9

Los Angeles Mission College

Sylmar, CA 91.7 miles away BOC Score 38.0
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  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 808
  • Online programs available

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#10

Valley College of Medical Careers

West Hills, CA 93.5 miles away
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  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 36

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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

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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