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Pharmacy Technician Programs in Nebraska

2 accredited Nebraska schools graduated 10 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what pharmacy technicians earn in Nebraska.

Updated October 2026 · Data: IPEDS 2023–24, BLS May 2025

Schools
22 cities
Lowest published cost
—credit-hour pricing
Graduates 2023–24
10
Nebraska median pay
$46,610+$860 vs U.S.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Lincoln, NE 1 school

Southeast Community College Area

8800 O Street, Lincoln, NE 68520
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
7
College tuition
$2,912/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Lancaster County graduated 7 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,912 ($3,500 out of state).

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Grand Island, NE 1 school

Central Community College

3134 West Hwy 34, Grand Island, NE 68802
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
3
College tuition
$2,880/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Grand Island that reported 3 Pharmacy Tech graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,880 ($4,320 out of state).

How to get Pharmacy Tech certified in Nebraska

  1. Check your state board of pharmacy’s rules. Many states require registration before you can work.
  2. Complete a training program. PTCB eligibility requires a PTCB-recognized program or equivalent work experience.
  3. Pass the PTCE (CPhT) or ExCPT.
  4. Renew certification every two years with continuing education.

Rules differ by state. Confirm current Nebraska requirements with the relevant state board or registry before you enroll.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Nebraska: FAQ

How many Pharmacy Tech programs are in Nebraska?

We list 2 accredited Nebraska schools that graduated Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24, 2 of them public. Together they awarded 10 Pharmacy Tech credentials that year.

How much do pharmacy technician programs cost in Nebraska?

Most Nebraska schools on this list are colleges that charge by the credit hour rather than a flat program price. Their median annual in-district tuition is $2,896; a short certificate typically costs a fraction of that.

How much do pharmacy technicians make in Nebraska?

The median pharmacy technician in Nebraska earns $46,610 a year ($22.41 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $45,750 nationally. The top 10% earn $57,110 or more.

Which Nebraska school trains the most pharmacy technicians?

Southeast Community College Area in Lincoln reported the most Pharmacy Tech graduates in Nebraska: 7 in 2023–24.

How long does Pharmacy Tech training take?

Certificate programs commonly take a few months to a year; associate-degree programs take about 2 years.

What exam do pharmacy technicians take?

National certifications: PTCB’s CPhT (via the PTCE) and NHA’s ExCPT.

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