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

"The primary Nebraska license requires approximately 18 years of qualifying experience."

"Do pharmacy technicians need a license in Nebraska?"

"Yes. Nebraska requires state-level licensing or registration for pharmacy technicians, administered by the Nebraska Dept. of Health \u0026 Human Services - Public Health Licensure Unit. See the licensing section above for credential types and current requirements."

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

"In Nebraska, registered apprenticeships are administered through the Nebraska Division of Employment and Training - Registered Apprenticeship, 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 Nebraska

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

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), pharmacy technicians in Nebraska earned a median annual wage of approximately $46,610. Employment concentration in Nebraska is roughly 0.85 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole."

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

"Nebraska currently employs approximately 2,660 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

Nebraska employs approximately 2,660 pharmacy technicians according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $46,610 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 Nebraska, including licensing requirements, training programs, and salary data.

Quick Answers About Becoming A Pharmacy Technician in Nebraska

How do I become a pharmacy technician in Nebraska? Nebraska requires credentials such as Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacist. The licensing authority is the Nebraska Dept. of Health & Human Services - Public Health Licensure Unit ³. You also need to complete an approved training program or apprenticeship.

How long does it take? Typical requirements include approximately 18 years of experience ³.

Do I need a license in Nebraska? Yes. Nebraska has licensing or registration requirements for pharmacy technicians. The Nebraska Dept. of Health & Human Services - Public Health Licensure Unit oversees licensing ³. See the licensing section below for details.

What do pharmacy technicians earn in Nebraska? The median annual wage for pharmacy technicians in Nebraska is $46,610 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $36,710 and experienced professionals can earn $57,110 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: Nebraska Dept. of Health & Human Services - Public Health Licensure Unit
Median wage (Nebraska): $46,610 per year ¹

Pharmacy Technician License Requirements in Nebraska

The Nebraska Dept. of Health & Human Services - Public Health Licensure Unit oversees pharmacy technician licensing in Nebraska ³.

License Types

License	Requirements
Pharmacy Technician	Occupational Description Pharmacy Technicians prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist.
Pharmacist	Occupational Description A licensed Pharmacist in Nebraska can interpret and fill medical orders, compound and dispense prescription drugs and devices, perform drug product selection and d…

License information sourced from CareerOneStop ⁴.

Pharmacy Technician Wages by Metro Area in Nebraska

Pharmacy Technicians Wages by Metro Area in Nebraska

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

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Omaha	1,330	$47,290	$47,480	$38,560	$58,590
Lincoln	510	$46,140	$44,420	$37,280	$51,150
Sioux City	210	$43,820	$43,480	$36,040	$50,650
Grand Island	120	$46,820	$45,190	$36,850	$50,530

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 Nebraska

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

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage
Omaha	1,330	$47,290
Lincoln	510	$46,140
Grand Island	120	$46,820

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for pharmacy technicians in Nebraska? Nebraska currently employs approximately 2,660 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 Nebraska with an out-of-state license? Contact the Nebraska Dept. of Health & Human Services - Public Health Licensure Unit for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

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

How much do pharmacy technicians earn in Nebraska compared to the national average? The median annual wage for pharmacy technicians in Nebraska is $46,610, which is $3,150 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/ ↩︎ ↩︎
Nebraska Dept. of Health & Human Services - Public Health Licensure Unit - Licensing Information: https://dhhs.ne.gov/licensure/pages/acupuncture.aspx ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
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)