Pharmacy technician schools in El Monte, CA

27 schools within 30 miles of El Monte, CA offer pharmacy technician programs, and the closest is Hacienda La Puente Adult Education in La Puente, 4 miles away. Pharmacy technicians in California earn a median $55,110 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
27
Closest
4 mi
Public colleges
10
Median pay in CA
$55,110

24 pharmacy technician schools within 30 mi of El Monte, CA

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  1. Hacienda La Puente Adult Education

    La Puente, CA · 3.6 mi · Public

    • Pharmacy technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +8
  2. North-West College - West Covina

    West Covina, CA · 4.6 mi · Private

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +4
  3. East San Gabriel Valley Regional Occupational Program

    West Covina, CA · 5.3 mi · Public

    • Pharmacy technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +3
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  5. UEI College - West Covina

    West Covina, CA · 6.8 mi · Private

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +4
  6. East Los Angeles College

    Monterey Park, CA · 7.2 mi · Public

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +10
  7. Downey Adult School

    Downey, CA · 12 mi · Public

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +5
  8. American College of Healthcare and Technology

    Huntington Park, CA · 13 mi · Private

    • Pharmacy technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +1
  9. Carrington College - Pomona

    Pomona, CA · 13 mi · Private

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Veterinary technician
  10. Cerritos College

    Norwalk, CA · 14 mi · Public

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Carpentry
    • Welding
    • +13
  11. ABC Adult School

    Cerritos, CA · 14 mi · Public

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • +3
  12. North-West College-Glendale

    Glendale, CA · 14 mi · Private

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • +1
  13. American Career College - Los Angeles

    Los Angeles, CA · 15 mi · Private

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +4
  14. American Career College - Anaheim

    Anaheim, CA · 16 mi · Private

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +7
  15. North-West College-Pomona

    Pomona, CA · 16 mi · Private

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +3
  16. North-West College-Anaheim

    Anaheim, CA · 17 mi · Private

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +5
  17. UEI College-Gardena

    Gardena, CA · 19 mi · Private

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +5
  18. North-West College-Long Beach

    Long Beach, CA · 20 mi · Private

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +3
  19. West Los Angeles College

    Culver City, CA · 21 mi · Public

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • +7
  20. Concorde Career College - Garden Grove

    Garden Grove, CA · 21 mi · Private

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • +3
  21. Galaxy Medical College

    North Hollywood, CA · 22 mi · Private

    • Pharmacy technician
  22. Santa Ana College

    Santa Ana, CA · 23 mi · Public

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +11
  23. North-West College-Van Nuys

    Van Nuys, CA · 25 mi · Private

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +2
  24. American Career College - Ontario

    Ontario, CA · 25 mi · Private

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +6
  25. Chaffey College

    Rancho Cucamonga, CA · 27 mi · Public

    • Pharmacy technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13

What pharmacy technicians earn in California

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Median pay
$55,110
$26.50 an hour
Typical range
$42,850–$81,190
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in CA
39,860
Job growth, 2025–35
+6.4%
44,700 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the closest pharmacy technician schools to El Monte?

The closest are Hacienda La Puente Adult Education (La Puente, 4 mi), North-West College - West Covina (West Covina, 5 mi), and East San Gabriel Valley Regional Occupational Program (West Covina, 5 mi). In total, 27 schools within 30 miles teach pharmacy technician.

How much do pharmacy technician programs near El Monte cost?

For the 25 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $2,424 to $35,763. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do pharmacy technicians make near El Monte?

Across California, the median pay is $55,110 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a pharmacy technician school in El Monte?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.