Pharmacy Technician is a Certificate program (Hybrid) offered by Asher College in Dallas, TX. The program takes 48 weeks to complete, with a total tuition of $21,889.
Program Overview
Get established in a rewarding healthcare career without spending years in school.
The Pharmacy Technician program from Asher College provides the practical skills, hands-on experience and personalized support it takes to pursue a professional career helping others.
By partnering with PioneerRx Pharmacy Software, our program allows students to learn in a real-world environment using the most installed software for independent pharmacies. Students enhance their clinical and functional skills by training in a pharmacy system that is innovative, robust, and feature-rich.
The PT program is available via Hybrid delivery. Asher College's implementation of Hybrid methodology includes live video events, webinars, one-on-one virtual meetings, discussion boards and other virtual solutions. The hybrid model has an on-campus attendance obligation during each week of a student’s program. Students are monitored by Academic Activities and Regular Substantive Interaction with faculty.
What sets this Program apart
Industry-Informed Curriculum – Get the Skills Employers Look For. The Pharmacy Tech program at Asher College has been developed with the support of our expert advisory board. That means what you learn has been directly shaped by recommendations of the employers who hire Asher graduates, so you get the real skills employers look for in a new hire.
Real-World Experience – Learn Hands-On in a Real Pharmacy Setting. Gain first-hand practical experience and job preparation in a real, working pharmacy setting under professional supervision. Apply your classroom learning directly to a real-world setting when you interact with clients/patients and other healthcare professionals.
National Certification & State License Prep – Get the Credentials to Succeed. As a student at Asher, you’ll have dedicated mentorship throughout your program, including support to achieve the certifications and licensing you need to successfully work as a Pharmacy Technician. Training for the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is included in your program. Plus, get support to apply for your state pharmacy technician license.
Career Services – Dedicated Help to Build Your Career. You’re in good hands with Asher College’ Career Services Department. The experienced Career Services team at Asher College works on your behalf to discover new opportunities for you while you work towards completing your career training program.
Admission Requirements and Process
When the student is interested in pursuing admission, they must meet with an Admissions Advisor and Financial Aid Representative or Veteran School Certifying Official and provide proof of eligibility. Following completion of these steps, if the prospective student meets the admissions requirements, as demonstrated through the interview and the ability to meet the financial obligations, they are eligible for admission.
Program prerequisites: . Only prospective students enrolling in the Pharmacy Technician or AAS Pharmacy Technology programs are required to pass the Wonderlic entrance exam prior to enrollment (minimum scores: Verbal-200 / Quantitative-140).
General Requirements
- Admissions and financial aid meetingYou must meet with an Admissions Advisor and a Financial Aid Representative or Veteran School Certifying Official to explore programs and eligibility.
- Proof of eligibilityPresent proof of eligibility such as a high school diploma, high school transcripts with a graduation date, a GED® or their equivalent (such as the TASC or HiSET, or the…
- Wonderlic entrance examProspective Pharmacy Technician and AAS Pharmacy Technology students must pass the Wonderlic entrance exam before enrolling, with minimum scores of Verbal 200 and Quantitative 140.
- Background check and drug testSuccessful completion of a criminal background check is required prior to acceptance into the program, and students who enroll must be able to pass both a background and drug test.
- AgeYou must be 18 years of age or have a parent or legal guardian present to sign the admissions paperwork on your behalf.
- English proficiencyAll courses are taught in English and Asher College does not provide English-as-a-Second-Language instruction, so students must be able to speak English when instruction requires…
- Computer and internet accessHybrid and IDL students need a laptop computer with internet access, video-conferencing capability and email; Chromebook and Mac computers are not compatible with the learning…
Application Process
- 1Contact UsFill out an interest form, call 888-211-8829, or schedule a career planning session on campus or a virtual appointment.
- 2Understand the RequirementsYour Admissions Representative will ask for a copy of your high school diploma, GED, or equivalent; every student must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
- 3Learn About Your Future Career OptionsAfter a brief phone interview, Admissions schedules a career planning session and campus tour to discuss your goals, the programs and the hands-on training.
- 4Discover Your Financial Aid AvailabilityYour Admissions Representative introduces you to a Financial Aid Representative to explore the aid you may qualify for; use FAFSA school code 040573.
- 5Enroll with Asher CollegeOnce you understand the program details and expectations, you begin the enrollment agreement process and are scheduled for orientation.
- 6Begin Your Asher College Student ExperienceAt orientation you meet the staff and are issued your books, supplies, logins and a student email.
Program Schedule
Student status. Full time = 24 hours/week; ¾ time = 18 hours/week; Half time = 12 hours/week.
Program length. Full time = 48 weeks; ¾ time = 62 weeks; Half time = 92 weeks.
Start dates. Asher College utilizes an open enrollment policy with classes beginning every other Monday (Two Start Dates Each Month at the Dallas campus); program end dates are calculated prior to enrollment and vary by start date, program and hours per week. The next start date listed for the Dallas campus is October 19, 2026.
Attendance. Minimum on-campus attendance each week: Part-Time = 8 hours on campus; Three Quarter Time = 12 hours on campus; Full Time = 16 hours on campus.
Class times. Every Asher College campus is open 6 days per week, Monday through Saturday.
Holidays. Asher College closes campus for New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Program cost. Dallas Catalog (eff. Jan 1, 2026) tuition and fee schedule (p.111): tuition $21,889; registration fee $200; books $1,111; total $23,200.
Payment methods. Check, credit card, third party payments, federal loans and grants, private loans and other methods are accepted. Terms are dependent upon agreement with students and any third-party participants. TFC Credit Corp. processes and manages Asher student notes.
Federal financial aid. Asher College participates in Federal Pell Grants, Subsidized and Unsubsidized Federal Stafford (Direct) Loans, Federal PLUS Loans and Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG). While filling out your FAFSA connect to Asher College with the code 040573.
Veterans education benefits. Military Benefits Accepted at Asher College include Chapter 31, 33, and 35. Each Campus also accepts GI Bill®, Chapter 31 and is eligible to accept the military spouse My Career Advancement Scholarship program.
Asher Advantage Scholarship. Available based on financial need; students fill out a FAFSA and a Scholarship Request Form. Dallas can approve per quarter 12 scholarships up to $20,000. Scholarships are disbursed to the tuition account once the student has completed 80% of the program with a 2.75 GPA or better; no cash is disbursed in place of the scholarship.
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Financial Aid is available to those who qualify.
Curriculum
The PT program totals 1,140 clock hours (385 lecture, 625 laboratory, 130 externship) and 73.5 quarter credit hours (CIP 51.0805; SOC 29-2052.00).
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Career Outcomes
The PT degree program is appropriate for job roles including:
- Pharmacy Technician
- Pharmacy Clerk
- Pharmacy Assistant
- Medication Technician
- Central Fill Technician
- Insurance Representative
The Pharmacy Technician Program prepares you with a comprehensive set of skills necessary to become employable as a Pharmacy Technician. Once you have the skills and your license, you may find work in:
- Hospitals
- Nursing Homes
- Retail Pharmacies (Drugstore Chains, Grocery Stores)
- Insurance Companies
- Mail-Order and Web-Based Pharmacies
- Pharmaceutical Companies
- Wholesalers
- Government Agencies
PTCE pass rate, Asher College – Dallas. For Pharmacy Technician Certification Exams administered 1/1/2023 – 11/1/2025, 10 of 16 exams were passed (62%); the national average pass rate was 69%. These results are based on self-reported information from candidates who identified Asher College as their educator (PTCB Educator Pass Rate Summary Report).
Before applying for registration, Pharmacy Technicians in Texas must take and pass a national certification examination through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT); the certification must be current. Applicants then register with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP), pay the application fee and complete a fingerprint session (the fee for fingerprinting is less than $50).
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) eligibility requires completion of a PTCB-Recognized Education/Training Program or equivalent work experience, full disclosure of all criminal and State Board of Pharmacy registration or licensure actions, compliance with PTCB Certification policies, and a passing score on the PTCE.
What to expect as a Asher College student
Hybrid Delivery Model. Asher College’s implementation of Hybrid methodology includes live video events, webinars, one-on-one virtual meetings, discussion boards, and other virtual solutions. The hybrid model has an on-campus attendance obligation during each week of a student’s program. Students are provided with any physical course material needed prior to beginning a course and have access to all lesson plans and digital course material for any currently enrolled course or previously taken course through the student portal.
Convenience & Support. Hands-On Learning in On-Campus Learning Labs, Community Interaction On-Campus & Online, and Personalized Support When & How You Need It. Every Asher College campus is open 6 days per week, Monday through Saturday.
A Career Services Department Dedicated to Your Success. We provide the highest level of support to students each and every day. At Asher College, you’ll be known by name, and your professional goals will be embraced by our career training faculty and staff. We offer free tutoring and comprehensive career services assistance designed to help you land that perfect position after you graduate.
The Dallas campus. Asher College is located on the 6th floor of the Prosperity Bank Building off highway 635 on the south end of 635 in between the Greenville and Abrams exits. The campus also has great access to public transportation with a bus stop about a ¼ of a mile away, and 2 light rail stations nearby. Asher College has established connections with employers throughout the region. Our graduates have gone to work for companies such as CompuCom, CSC, Ericsson, Fujitsu, Samsung, BuzzClan, Vazata, AIO Solutions, TekSystems and Frontier Communications.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
Asher College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET) through December 30, 2028. The Dallas campus is approved and regulated by the Texas Workforce Commission, Career Schools & Colleges, Austin, Texas. The Pharmacy Technician and AAS Pharmacy Technology programs are accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) / Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE).
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
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