Do pharmacy technicians need a license in Nevada?

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

How to Become a Pharmacy Technician in Nevada (2026)

Q: How long does pharmacy technician training take in Nevada?

Most people become a Pharmacy Technician in Nevada through a short pharmacy technician program or board-allowed employer training, a national exam (PTCB CPhT or NHA ExCPT), and board of pharmacy registration where required.

Q: How much do pharmacy technicians earn in Nevada?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), pharmacy technicians in Nevada earned a median annual wage of approximately $47,980. Employment concentration in Nevada is roughly 0.87 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 Nevada?

Nevada currently employs approximately 4,070 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

Nevada employs about 4,070 pharmacy technicians earning a median $47,980 a year (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Training as a Pharmacy Technician here means completing a short pharmacy technician program or board-allowed employer training, a national exam (PTCB CPhT or NHA ExCPT), and board of pharmacy registration where required, then applying through Board of Pharmacy.

Compare Pharmacy Technician Schools in Nevada

BOC Score, tuition, graduation rate, and median graduate earnings from federal IPEDS and U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard data. Tuition is the published annual figure for the latest reported year and excludes room, board, books and fees. Earnings are reported across all programs at the school (all majors), not a single trade. Distance is measured from the page's primary location.
#	School	BOC Score (0–100)	Tuition (published, per year)	Median grad earnings (all majors)	Graduation rate	Online	Distance
1	Dixie Technical College	58.7	Contact school for pricing	$46,064	77%	—	200 mi
2	Northwest Career College	49.7	Contact school for pricing	$36,673	68%	Yes*	158 mi
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3	College of the Sequoias	47.3	$1,394 in-state / $9,038 out-of-state	$44,147	39%	—	167 mi
4	College of Southern Nevada	46.6	$4,358 in-state / $13,024 out-of-state	$51,080	19%	Yes*	161 mi
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5	San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia	45.3	Contact school for pricing	$42,211	36%	Yes*	168 mi
6	Institute of Technology	44.2	Contact school for pricing	$43,172	73%	—	165 mi
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7	Pima Medical Institute-Las Vegas	41.0	Contact school for pricing	$42,937	57%	—	166 mi
8	San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield	39.0	Contact school for pricing	$42,211	58%	—	211 mi
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9	Nevada Career Institute	35.4	Contact school for pricing	$48,064	55%	—	152 mi
10	UEI College-Bakersfield	31.7	Contact school for pricing	$29,409	68%	—	208 mi
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Schools closest to the page's primary location are gathered first, then ranked by BOC Score; distance from the page's primary location is shown for reference. The BOC Score is an independent measure of school outcomes (graduation, earnings, net price, retention) expressed as a 0–100 percentile within each school's peer group; higher is better and advertising never affects it. *Online availability refers to coursework; hands-on trade training is completed in person. Read the full methodology.

Nevada employs approximately 4,070 pharmacy technicians according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $47,980 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 Nevada, including licensing requirements, training programs, and salary data.

At a Glance

Training paths: pharmacy technician program or board-allowed employer training (find programs)
Typical timeline: a short pharmacy technician program or board-allowed employer training, a national exam (PTCB CPhT or NHA ExCPT), and board of pharmacy registration where required
Licensing authority: Board of Pharmacy
Exam: PTCB CPhT or NHA ExCPT
Median wage (Nevada): $47,980 per year ¹

Quick Answers About How to Become a Pharmacy Technician in Nevada

How to become a Pharmacy Technician in Nevada? Complete a short pharmacy technician program or board-allowed employer training, a national exam (PTCB CPhT or NHA ExCPT), and board of pharmacy registration where required. Apply through Board of Pharmacy.

How long does it take? Most people finish a short pharmacy technician program or board-allowed employer training, a national exam (PTCB CPhT or NHA ExCPT), and board of pharmacy registration where required. Confirm current hour totals with the program and Board of Pharmacy.

Do I need a license in Nevada? Yes. Nevada credentials this role through Board of Pharmacy ³. See the licensing section below.

What do pharmacy technicians earn in Nevada? The median annual wage for pharmacy technicians in Nevada is $47,980 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $37,350 and experienced professionals can earn $62,500 or more ¹.

How to Become a Pharmacy Technician in Nevada

Meet basic requirements. Most Nevada pharmacy technician programs expect a high school diploma or GED. Confirm current age, background-check, and work-authorization rules with Board of Pharmacy.
Complete a pharmacy technician program or board-allowed employer training. Finish a certificate or associate program in Nevada, preferably ASHP-accredited, or employer training if the board allows it. This is not a registered apprenticeship.
Pass PTCB CPhT or NHA ExCPT. Many boards and employers require the PTCB CPhT or NHA ExCPT exam. Confirm which exam Board of Pharmacy accepts.
Register with the state board of pharmacy. Apply through Board of Pharmacy before unsupervised work. Reciprocity, trainee cards, and fees vary; confirm with the board.

Steps and hour totals vary by credential level; confirm current requirements with the state board before you apply.

Pharmacy Technician License Requirements in Nevada

Pharmacy technicians in Nevada typically complete a short training program, pass PTCB CPhT or NHA ExCPT, and register with Board of Pharmacy. See Board of Pharmacy ³.

Typical path

Meet the board’s entry rules.
Complete a pharmacy technician program or board-allowed employer training.
Pass PTCB CPhT or NHA ExCPT if the board requires a national exam.
Register or license with Board of Pharmacy before unsupervised work.

Hour totals, fees, and reciprocity rules change. Confirm current requirements with Board of Pharmacy before you enroll.

Pharmacy Technician Wages by Metro Area in Nevada

Pharmacy Technicians Wages by Metro Area in Nevada

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

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas	3,040	$47,590	$48,720	$37,340	$62,570
Reno	720	$50,290	$50,180	$37,510	$61,440
Carson City	80	$49,620	$50,450	$38,600	$64,600

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 .

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for pharmacy technicians in Nevada? Nevada currently employs approximately 4,070 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 Nevada with an out-of-state license? Contact the Board of Pharmacy for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

What training programs are available in Nevada? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and state-approved training programs. Use the school finder above to search for programs in Nevada.

How much do pharmacy technicians earn in Nevada compared to the national average? The median annual wage for pharmacy technicians in Nevada is $47,980, which is $4,520 above the national median of $43,460 according to BLS data ¹.

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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/ ↩︎ ↩︎
Board of Pharmacy - Licensing Information: http://bop.nv.gov ↩︎ ↩︎

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)