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Pharmacy Technician Programs in Wisconsin

2 accredited Wisconsin schools graduated 27 Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what pharmacy technicians earn in Wisconsin.

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

Schools
22 cities
Lowest published cost
—credit-hour pricing
Graduates 2023–24
27
Wisconsin median pay
$45,970+$220 vs U.S.

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Milwaukee, WI 1 school

Milwaukee Area Technical College

700 W State St, Milwaukee, WI 53233
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (under 12 weeks)
Graduates '23–24
20
College tuition
$4,386/yr
Length
under 12 weeks

20 Pharmacy Tech credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,386 ($6,579 out of state).

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Cleveland, WI 1 school

Lakeshore Technical College

1290 North Avenue, Cleveland, WI 53015
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
7
College tuition
$4,113/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public two-year college in Cleveland that reported 7 Pharmacy Tech graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,113 ($6,170 out of state).

How to get Pharmacy Tech certified in Wisconsin

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

Pharmacy Technician Programs in Wisconsin: FAQ

How many Pharmacy Tech programs are in Wisconsin?

We list 2 accredited Wisconsin schools that graduated Pharmacy Tech students in 2023–24, 2 of them public. Together they awarded 27 Pharmacy Tech credentials that year.

How much do pharmacy technician programs cost in Wisconsin?

Most Wisconsin 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 $4,250; a short certificate typically costs a fraction of that.

How much do pharmacy technicians make in Wisconsin?

The median pharmacy technician in Wisconsin earns $45,970 a year ($22.10 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $45,750 nationally. The top 10% earn $58,700 or more.

Which Wisconsin school trains the most pharmacy technicians?

Milwaukee Area Technical College in Milwaukee reported the most Pharmacy Tech graduates in Wisconsin: 20 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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