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Pharmacy Technician Programs in Ohio

9 accredited Ohio schools graduated 143 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what pharmacy technicians earn in Ohio.

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

Schools
97 cities
Lowest published cost
$5,690median $10,915
Graduates 2023–24
143
Ohio median pay
$40,650−$5,100 vs U.S.

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Pharmacy Technician Programs in Columbus, OH 2 schools

Columbus State Community College

550 E Spring St, Columbus, OH 43215
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
14
College tuition
$5,338/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

14 Pharmacy Tech credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public four-year institution, the 2nd-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $5,338 ($10,917 out of state).

Central Ohio Technical College

1179 University Drive, Newark, OH 43055
Public Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
1
College tuition
$5,136/yr
Length
Associate degree

Public four-year institution in Newark that reported 1 Pharmacy Tech graduate in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $5,136 ($7,896 out of state).

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Cleveland, OH 2 schools

Cuyahoga Community College District

700 Carnegie Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
7
College tuition
$3,736/yr
Length
1-2 years

7 Pharmacy Tech credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college, the 4th-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,736 ($8,736 out of state).

Lakewood University

2231 North Taylor Road, Cleveland Heights, OH 44112
Private nonprofit Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
1
College tuition
$10,104/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

1 Pharmacy Tech credential awarded in 2023–24 at this private nonprofit four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $10,104.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Sylvania, OH 1 school

Ross College-Sylvania

5834 Monroe Street, Suite F-J, Sylvania, OH 43560
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
101
Program cost
$16,140
Length
9 months

101 Pharmacy Tech credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit two-year college, the most in the state. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $16,140 for a program of about 9 months.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Lucasville, OH 1 school

Scioto County Career Technical Center

951 Vern Riffe Drive, Lucasville, OH 45648
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
12
Program cost
$5,690
Length
8 months

Public career school in Lucasville that reported 12 Pharmacy Tech graduates in 2023–24, the 3rd-most in the state. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $5,690 for a program of about 8 months.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Dayton, OH 1 school

Sinclair Community College

444 W. Third St., Dayton, OH 45402
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
4
College tuition
$2,755/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public four-year institution in Dayton that reported 4 Pharmacy Tech graduates in 2023–24, the 5th-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,755 ($7,636 out of state).

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Mansfield, OH 1 school

North Central State College

2441 Kenwood Circle, Mansfield, OH 44906
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
2
College tuition
$5,388/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public four-year institution in Richland County graduated 2 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $5,388 ($10,766 out of state).

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Lebanon, OH 1 school

Warren County Career Center

3525 North State Route 48, Lebanon, OH 45036
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
1
Program cost
Ask school
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public career school in Lebanon that reported 1 Pharmacy Tech graduate in 2023–24.

How to get Pharmacy Tech certified in Ohio

  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 Ohio requirements with the relevant state board or registry before you enroll.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Ohio: FAQ

How many Pharmacy Tech programs are in Ohio?

We list 9 accredited Ohio schools that graduated Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24, 7 of them public. Together they awarded 143 Pharmacy Tech credentials that year.

How much do pharmacy technician programs cost in Ohio?

2 Ohio schools published a program price. Tuition plus books and supplies ranged from $5,690 to $16,140, with a median of $10,915. Community colleges often charge by credit hour instead, so check each school’s net price calculator.

How much do pharmacy technicians make in Ohio?

The median pharmacy technician in Ohio earns $40,650 a year ($19.55 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $45,750 nationally. The top 10% earn $56,520 or more.

Which Ohio school trains the most pharmacy technicians?

Ross College-Sylvania in Sylvania reported the most Pharmacy Tech graduates in Ohio: 101 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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