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Best HVAC Schools
in Florida

The top 8 accredited HVAC training schools in Florida for 2026, ranked by tuition, accreditation, included certifications, program variety, and financial aid.

Key Takeaways

The best HVAC school in Florida for 2026 is Miami Dade College in Miami (Guide Score 100). Rankings weigh affordability, accreditation, included credentials, program variety, and financial aid — schools cannot pay for higher rankings.

  • #1 Miami Dade College (Miami) — Guide Score 100, from $4,800
  • #2 Florida State College at Jacksonville (Jacksonville) — Guide Score 100, from $4,900
  • #3 Valencia College (Orlando) — Guide Score 99, from $5,200
  • #4 Fortis Institute - Palm Springs (Palm Springs) — Guide Score 84, from $18,500
  • #5 Tulsa Welding School - Jacksonville (Jacksonville) — Guide Score 82, from $19,200
Florida Rankings

Top HVAC Schools in Florida

Ranked by Guide Score. Tap any school for full program details, tuition, and credentials.

  1. 1Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Miami Dade College

    Miami, Florida
    Starting Tuition
    $4,800
    Credentials
    EPA + NATE
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited (SACSCOC)
    • EPA 608 + NATE prep included
    • Most affordable tuition in this ranking
    • Financial aid available
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    100
    Guide Score
  2. 2Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Florida State College at Jacksonville

    Jacksonville, Florida
    Starting Tuition
    $4,900
    Credentials
    EPA + NATE
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited (SACSCOC)
    • EPA 608 + NATE prep included
    • Financial aid available
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    100
    Guide Score
  3. 3Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Valencia College

    Orlando, Florida
    Starting Tuition
    $5,200
    Credentials
    EPA + NATE
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited (SACSCOC, HVAC Excellence)
    • EPA 608 + NATE prep included
    • Financial aid available
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    99
    Guide Score
  4. 4Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    Fortis Institute - Palm Springs

    Palm Springs, Florida
    Starting Tuition
    $18,500
    Credentials
    EPA + NATE
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited (ACCSC, COE)
    • EPA 608 + NATE prep included
    • Financial aid available
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    84
    Guide Score
  5. 5Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    Tulsa Welding School - Jacksonville

    Jacksonville, Florida
    Starting Tuition
    $19,200
    Credentials
    EPA + NATE
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited (ACCSC)
    • EPA 608 + NATE prep included
    • Financial aid available
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    82
    Guide Score
  6. 6Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    Southern Technical College - Orlando

    Orlando, Florida
    Starting Tuition
    $19,500
    Credentials
    EPA + NATE
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited (ACCSC)
    • EPA 608 + NATE prep included
    • Financial aid available
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    78
    Guide Score
  7. 7Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    Universal Technical Institute - Orlando

    Orlando, Florida
    Starting Tuition
    $33,400
    Credentials
    EPA + NATE
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited (ACCSC)
    • EPA 608 + NATE prep included
    • Financial aid available
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    70
    Guide Score
  8. 8Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    Florida Career College - Miami

    Miami, Florida
    Starting Tuition
    $21,500
    Credentials
    EPA 608
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited (ACCSC)
    • EPA 608 prep included
    • Financial aid available
    View School & Programs
    66
    Guide Score
Miami Dade College— programs & tuition →Florida State College at Jacksonville— programs & tuition →Valencia College— programs & tuition →Fortis Institute - Palm Springs— programs & tuition →Tulsa Welding School - Jacksonville— programs & tuition →Southern Technical College - Orlando— programs & tuition →Universal Technical Institute - Orlando— programs & tuition →Florida Career College - Miami— programs & tuition →
How We Rank

Our Ranking Methodology

Each school earns a Guide Score from 0–100, calculated only from objective data we track on every program: tuition, accreditation, included certifications, program variety, and financial aid. Affordability and program variety are scored relative to the other schools in each ranking.

  • Affordability (tuition)30%
  • Accreditation25%
  • Included credentials (EPA 608 / NATE)20%
  • Program variety15%
  • Financial aid availability10%

Editorial independence: schools cannot pay for higher rankings. Affiliate relationships are never an input to the Guide Score. See our full methodology and advertising disclosure.

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FAQ
HVAC Schools in Florida: Common Questions
What is the best HVAC school in Florida?
Miami Dade College in Miami ranks first among the HVAC schools we track in Florida, earning a Guide Score of 100 for its combination of affordability, accreditation, included credentials, program variety, and financial aid.
How many HVAC schools are in Florida?
We currently rank 8 accredited HVAC schools in Florida, offering certificate, diploma, and associate-degree programs plus EPA 608 exam prep.
How much do HVAC technicians make in Florida?
The median HVAC technician wage in Florida is $44,860 per year, with top earners (90th percentile) making $64,580.
Do you need a license to do HVAC work in Florida?
Yes. Florida requires HVAC licensing, regulated by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). EPA Section 608 certification is also federally required to handle refrigerants.
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