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2026 Rankings · GA

Best HVAC Schools
in Georgia

The top 4 accredited HVAC training schools in Georgia for 2026, ranked by job placement, tuition, accreditation, and included certifications.

Key Takeaways

The best HVAC school in Georgia for 2026 is Chattahoochee Technical College - Marietta in Marietta (Guide Score 89). Rankings weigh job placement, affordability, accreditation, graduation rate, and included certifications — schools cannot pay for placement.

  • #1 Chattahoochee Technical College - Marietta (Marietta) — Guide Score 89, from $3,200
  • #2 Georgia Piedmont Technical College (Clarkston) — Guide Score 81, from $2,400
  • #3 North Georgia Technical College (Clarkesville) — Guide Score 70, from $4,200
  • #4 Ashworth College (Norcross) — Guide Score 69, from $4,299
Georgia Rankings

Top HVAC Schools in Georgia

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

  1. 1Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Chattahoochee Technical College - Marietta

    Marietta, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    $3,200
    Job Placement
    84%
    Grad Rate
    75%
    Programs
    2
    • 84% average job placement
    • Accredited (SACSCOC)
    • EPA 608 + NATE prep included
    • Most affordable tuition in this ranking
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    89
    Guide Score
  2. 2Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Georgia Piedmont Technical College

    Clarkston, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    $2,400
    Job Placement
    82%
    Grad Rate
    78%
    Programs
    3
    • 82% average job placement
    • Accredited (SACSCOC)
    • EPA 608 + NATE prep included
    • 3 HVAC programs to choose from
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    81
    Guide Score
  3. 3Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    North Georgia Technical College

    Clarkesville, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    $4,200
    Job Placement
    86%
    Grad Rate
    79%
    Programs
    2
    • 86% average job placement
    • Accredited (SACSCOC)
    • EPA 608 + NATE prep included
    • Financial aid available
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    70
    Guide Score
  4. 4Rank
    Online SchoolAccredited

    Ashworth College

    Norcross, Georgia
    Starting Tuition
    $4,299
    Job Placement
    71%
    Grad Rate
    66%
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited (DEAC)
    • EPA 608 prep included
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    69
    Guide Score
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, job placement, graduation rate, accreditation, included certifications, program variety, and financial aid. Affordability and program variety are scored relative to the other schools in each ranking.

  • Job placement rate25%
  • Affordability (tuition)20%
  • Accreditation15%
  • Graduation rate15%
  • Included credentials (EPA 608 / NATE)10%
  • Program variety10%
  • Financial aid availability5%

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 Georgia: Common Questions
What is the best HVAC school in Georgia?
Chattahoochee Technical College - Marietta in Marietta ranks first among the HVAC schools we track in Georgia, earning a Guide Score of 89 for its combination of job placement, affordability, accreditation, and included certifications.
How many HVAC schools are in Georgia?
We currently rank 4 accredited HVAC schools in Georgia, offering certificate, diploma, and associate-degree programs plus EPA 608 exam prep.
How much do HVAC technicians make in Georgia?
The median HVAC technician wage in Georgia is $45,620 per year, with top earners (90th percentile) making $65,430.
Do you need a license to do HVAC work in Georgia?
Yes. Georgia requires HVAC licensing, regulated by the Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board. EPA Section 608 certification is also federally required to handle refrigerants.
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