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Pharmacy Technician Program in Ontario

Pharmacy technician classes start on April 29, 2025.

ACC’s Pharmacy Technician program helps equip students with the technical knowledge and practical skills they need to pursue a rewarding career in the pharmaceutical field. Earn your diploma through online coursework and hands-on training so that you can help pharmacies run smoothly.

ACC’s Pharmacy Technician program in Ontario, California, comprises a dynamic curriculum designed to help prepare students for the professional world. Learn how to effectively fill prescriptions, assist patients, track inventory, enter prescription information into databases and more.

With one-on-one support and industry-current equipment, our Ontario Pharmacy Technician program works to instill graduates with the confidence and qualifications needed to excel as a pharmacy technician.

Need some flexibility in your schedule? Pharmacy technician classes are available on the weekends as well.

Weekend classes available

Weekend classes available
1.4k+
Ontario program graduates

300-hour externship for real-world experience

300-hour externship for real-world experience
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Pharmacy Technician Program - Ontario Overview

Campus Address 3130 East Sedona Court, Ontario, CA 91764
Program Type Blended (2 days a week in class, the rest online)
Program Length Can be completed in as little as 9 months
Financial Aid Financial aid and scholarships are available for those who qualify
Accreditation The Los Angeles, Anaheim and Ontario campuses are institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)

Ontario Campus

American Career College’s Ontario campus is conveniently located off the 10 Freeway near the Ontario Airport. The 64,000-square-foot facility features modern classrooms and technologically advanced skills labs where students can experience hands-on instruction from distinguished faculty.

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ACC Faculty - Ontario Pharmacy Technician Program

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Eileen Johnson, A.S. CPhT

Program Director, Ontario Pharmacy Technician Program

Eileen Johnson is a seasoned and dedicated professional with extensive expertise as a certified pharmacy technician. Prior to her academic roles, Eileen spent over two decades as a pharmacy technician at Rite Aid Corporation in Riverside, CA. There, Eileen honed her exceptional customer service and communication skills managing a plethora of responsibilities, from transcribing and preparing prescriptions to overseeing inventory control and billing.

Before stepping into her current role, Eileen served as an instructor and externship coordinator at ACC’s Anaheim campus from 2005 to 2008, furthering her mission to educate and train pharmaceutical professionals. In 2016, she completed her associate degree in math and science at Riverside City College.

As Pharmacy Technician Program Director at American Career College in Ontario, Eileen has been a driving force in shaping the next generation of pharmacy technicians. Her multifaceted role involves not only teaching pharmacy technician courses—both on-site with hands-on labs and through distance education platforms—but also overseeing program retention, mentoring staff and ensuring compliance with ABHES accreditation standards.

Eileen is not only a leader in pharmacy education but also a certified Mental Health First Aid Provider and Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider, reflecting her commitment to holistic well-being. Her comprehensive experience in both clinical and educational settings, coupled with her passion for mentorship and program development, has served her well as she helps students prepare for the pharmaceutical field.

Local Hospitals

Ontario-Area Hospitals and Pharmacies

At ACC’s pharmacy technician school in Ontario, you’ll be situated near many local hospitals and pharmacies, including but not limited to: 1

  • Pharmacy | Kaiser Permanente Ontario Medical Center
  • Ontario Pharmacy
  • Kindred Hospital Ontario
  • Montclair Hospital Medical Center
  • Chino Valley Medical Center

FAQs

How long does it take to finish the Pharmacy Technician program in Ontario?

The Pharmacy Technician program at ACC-Ontario can be completed in as little as 9 months. The program’s blended format combines two days of in-person hands-on instruction per week with online coursework. Students also complete a 300-hour externship in a pharmacy setting to gain practical experience.

What hands-on skills are taught in the ACC-Ontario Pharmacy Technician program?

At ACC-Ontario, pharmacy technician students receive practical training in a fully equipped pharmacy lab, where they learn to perform essential pharmacy tech duties:

  • Accurately measuring, mixing, and packaging medications
  • Processing insurance claims and verifying prescriptions
  • Utilizing industry-standard pharmacy management software
  • Understanding state and federal pharmacy regulations

The program also includes an externship that provides real-world experience in a working pharmacy setting.

Where do pharmacy tech graduates from the Ontario campus typically work?

Graduates of the ACC-Ontario Pharmacy Technician program may pursue employment in a variety of pharmacy and healthcare environments, including:

  • Retail pharmacies
  • Hospitals and healthcare clinics
  • Compounding and specialty pharmacies
  • Mail-order and online pharmacies
  • Assisted living and rehabilitation facilities

Ontario’s proximity to major medical centers in the Inland Empire helps provide pharmacy technician graduates with diverse career opportunities

What is the tuition for the Pharmacy Technician program at ACC-Ontario?

The total cost of the Ontario Pharmacy Technician program depends on tuition, fees, and personal expenses such as housing, transportation, and supplies. A Financial Aid Advisor can help you review your eligible financial aid and scholarship options.

For a cost breakdown, visit ACC’s diploma program tuition page.

Can I get financial aid for the Pharmacy Technician program in Ontario?

Yes! ACC provides financial aid and scholarship opportunities to those who qualify. The financial aid team at the Ontario campus can help students explore options such as federal financial aid, grants, scholarships, and tuition assistance programs.

Want more details about the Pharmacy Technician program at the Ontario campus?

By submitting this form, I provide my signature, expressly consenting to calls, prerecorded messages, emails and/or texts regarding my educational options from American Career College using an automated dialing system to the number and email address provided. I understand my consent is not required to enroll at American Career College, and that I can withdraw my consent at any time. To request information without consenting, please call 877-832-0790. I also understand that I may revoke my consent at any time in accordance with ACC's Opt-Out Disclaimer. All information provided is subject to ACC's Privacy Policy. (**Standard rates may apply.) Disclaimer I understand that if I no longer wish to receive text messages from ACC, I may revoke my consent at any time by texting back "Stop" to unsubscribe from the service. I understand that if I no longer wish to receive emails, I may revoke my consent at any time by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link within any email I receive from ACC. I understand I may revoke my consent to receive calls by informing any ACC associate calling me that I no longer want to receive calls from ACC.

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