"How long does it take to become a pharmacy technician in Delaware?"

"Most paths into the pharmacy technician field take 1 to 5 years, depending on whether you complete a trade school program, a registered apprenticeship, or a combination of both."

"Do pharmacy technicians need a license in Delaware?"

"Yes. Delaware requires state-level licensing or registration for pharmacy technicians, administered by the Delaware Department of State - Board of Pharmacy. See the licensing section above for credential types and current requirements."

"What apprenticeships are available for pharmacy technicians in Delaware?"

"In Delaware, registered apprenticeships are administered through the Delaware Office of Apprenticeship and Training, which works with employers and trade union locals to register programs. See the apprenticeship section above for office contact details."

How to Become A Pharmacy Technician in Delaware

Q: "How much do pharmacy technicians earn in Delaware?"

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), pharmacy technicians in Delaware earned a median annual wage of approximately $46,430."

Q: "What is the job outlook for pharmacy technicians in Delaware?"

"Delaware currently employs approximately 1,480 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 6.4% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034."

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Delaware employs approximately 1,480 pharmacy technicians according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $46,430 ¹. Nationally, pharmacy technician employment is projected to grow 6.4% from 2024 to 2034, with about 49,000 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a pharmacy technician in Delaware, including licensing requirements, training programs, and salary data.

Quick Answers About Becoming A Pharmacy Technician in Delaware

How do I become a pharmacy technician in Delaware? Delaware requires credentials such as Pharmacist - License by Reciprocity, Pharmacist, Pharmacist. The licensing authority is the Delaware Department of State - Board of Pharmacy ³. You also need to complete an approved training program or apprenticeship.

How long does it take? Most paths take 1 to 5 years depending on whether you choose trade school, an apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

Do I need a license in Delaware? Yes. Delaware has licensing or registration requirements for pharmacy technicians. The Delaware Department of State - Board of Pharmacy oversees licensing ³. See the licensing section below for details.

What do pharmacy technicians earn in Delaware? The median annual wage for pharmacy technicians in Delaware is $46,430 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $35,460 and experienced professionals can earn $57,400 or more ¹.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Licensing authority: Delaware Department of State - Board of Pharmacy
Median wage (Delaware): $46,430 per year ¹
Exam requirement: Third-party exam required

Pharmacy Technician License Requirements in Delaware

The Delaware Department of State - Board of Pharmacy oversees pharmacy technician licensing in Delaware ³.

License Types

License	Requirements
Pharmacist - License by Reciprocity	Pharmacist - Please see the website below for complete details. http://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/pharmacy/index.shtml
Pharmacist	Pharmacist - Please see the website below for complete details. http://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/pharmacy/index.shtml
Pharmacist	Pharmacist - Please see the website below for complete details. http://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/pharmacy/index.shtml
Pharmacist - License by Reciprocity	Pharmacist - Please see the website below for complete details. http://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/pharmacy/index.shtml

Additional Requirements

Exam: Third-party exam required
Experience: Work experience required

License information sourced from CareerOneStop ⁴.

Pharmacy Technician Wages by Metro Area in Delaware

Pharmacy Technicians Wages by Metro Area in Delaware

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 OES data), pharmacy technicians wages in Delaware vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington	9,030	$44,880	$43,920	$35,360	$55,890
Dover	200	$44,910	$45,680	$36,430	$56,710

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Top Metros for Pharmacy technicians in Delaware

The metropolitan areas listed below report the highest pharmacy technician employment within Delaware according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025).

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage
Dover	200	$44,910

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for pharmacy technicians in Delaware? Delaware currently employs approximately 1,480 pharmacy technicians ¹. Nationally, pharmacy technician employment is projected to grow 6.4% from 2024 to 2034 ².

Can I work as a pharmacy technician in Delaware with an out-of-state license? Contact the Delaware Department of State - Board of Pharmacy for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

What training programs are available in Delaware? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for accredited programs in Delaware.

How much do pharmacy technicians earn in Delaware compared to the national average? The median annual wage for pharmacy technicians in Delaware is $46,430, which is $2,970 above the national median of $43,460 according to BLS data ¹.

Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎
Delaware Department of State - Board of Pharmacy - Licensing Information: https://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/pharmacy/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
CareerOneStop - Licensed Occupations: https://www.careeronestop.org/Toolkit/Training/find-licenses.aspx ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)