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Best HVAC Schools
in Louisiana

The top 16 accredited HVAC training schools in Louisiana for 2026, ranked by tuition, accreditation, included certifications, program variety, and financial aid.

Louisiana Rankings

Top HVAC Schools in Louisiana

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

  1. 1Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Delgado Community College

    New Orleans, Louisiana
    Starting Tuition
    $4,200
    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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    80
    Guide Score
  2. 2Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Northshore Technical Community College

    Lacombe, Louisiana
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    3
    • Accredited institution
    • 3 HVAC programs to choose from
    • Financial aid available
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    65
    Guide Score
  3. 3Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Nunez Community College

    Chalmette, Louisiana
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    3
    • Accredited institution
    • 3 HVAC programs to choose from
    • Financial aid available
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    65
    Guide Score
  4. 4Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Bossier Parish Community College

    Bossier City, Louisiana
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  5. 5Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Central Louisiana Technical Community College

    Alexandria, Louisiana
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  6. 6Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Fletcher Technical Community College

    Schriever, Louisiana
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  7. 7Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Louisiana Delta Community College

    Monroe, Louisiana
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  8. 8Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College

    Minden, Louisiana
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  9. 9Rank
    Technical InstituteAccredited

    Remington College-Lafayette Campus

    Lafayette, Louisiana
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  10. 10Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    River Parishes Community College

    Gonzales, Louisiana
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  11. 11Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    South Louisiana Community College

    Lafayette, Louisiana
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    2
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    60
    Guide Score
  12. 12Rank
    Community CollegeAccredited

    Baton Rouge Community College

    Baton Rouge, Louisiana
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    55
    Guide Score
  13. 13Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    Fortis College-Baton Rouge

    Baton Rouge, Louisiana
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    55
    Guide Score
  14. 14Rank
    Trade SchoolAccredited

    ITI Technical College

    Baton Rouge, Louisiana
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    55
    Guide Score
  15. 15Rank
    Technical InstituteAccredited

    Remington College-Baton Rouge Campus

    Baton Rouge, Louisiana
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    55
    Guide Score
  16. 16Rank
    Technical InstituteAccredited

    Remington College-Shreveport Campus

    Shreveport, Louisiana
    Starting Tuition
    —
    Credentials
    —
    Financial Aid
    Available
    Programs
    1
    • Accredited institution
    • Financial aid available
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    55
    Guide Score
Delgado Community College— programs & tuition →Northshore Technical Community College— programs & tuition →Nunez Community College— programs & tuition →Bossier Parish Community College— programs & tuition →Central Louisiana Technical Community College— programs & tuition →Fletcher Technical Community College— programs & tuition →Louisiana Delta Community College— programs & tuition →Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College— programs & tuition →Remington College-Lafayette Campus— programs & tuition →River Parishes Community College— programs & tuition →South Louisiana Community College— programs & tuition →Baton Rouge Community College— programs & tuition →Fortis College-Baton Rouge— programs & tuition →ITI Technical College— programs & tuition →Remington College-Baton Rouge Campus— programs & tuition →Remington College-Shreveport Campus— programs & tuition →

Key Takeaways

The best HVAC school in Louisiana for 2026 is Delgado Community College in New Orleans (Guide Score 80). Rankings weigh affordability, accreditation, included credentials, program variety, and financial aid — schools cannot pay for higher rankings.

  • #1 Delgado Community College (New Orleans) — Guide Score 80, from $4,200
  • #2 Northshore Technical Community College (Lacombe) — Guide Score 65
  • #3 Nunez Community College (Chalmette) — Guide Score 65
  • #4 Bossier Parish Community College (Bossier City) — Guide Score 60
  • #5 Central Louisiana Technical Community College (Alexandria) — Guide Score 60
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 Louisiana: Common Questions
What is the best HVAC school in Louisiana?
Delgado Community College in New Orleans ranks first among the HVAC schools we track in Louisiana, earning a Guide Score of 80 for its combination of affordability, accreditation, included credentials, program variety, and financial aid.
How many HVAC schools are in Louisiana?
We currently rank 16 accredited HVAC schools in Louisiana, offering certificate, diploma, and associate-degree programs plus EPA 608 exam prep.
How much do HVAC technicians make in Louisiana?
The median HVAC technician wage in Louisiana is $43,320 per year, with top earners (90th percentile) making $62,350.
Do you need a license to do HVAC work in Louisiana?
Yes. Louisiana requires HVAC licensing, regulated by the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors. EPA Section 608 certification is also federally required to handle refrigerants.
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