Associate of Science in HVAC technology taught at the North Highlands Center, training students on heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems. The college separately runs a Sheet Metal Service Technician Apprenticeship covering servicing, start-up and balancing of HVAC systems.
At $2,760 in total tuition, this program is below the California median of $18,000. Its 2 years timeline is longer than the state norm of 10 months. It includes financial aid.
HVAC technicians in California earn a median of $57,180 per year (BLS OEWS), ranging from about $38,170 early in a career to over $81,370 for seasoned techs — so a program at this price point typically pays for itself within the first year or two on the job.
Upon completion you will earn a associate of applied science (aas) in HVAC/R. This in-person program takes 2 years to complete.
Key Takeaways
The HVAC Technology, A.S. at American River College is a in-person associate of applied science (aas) program lasting 2 years with tuition of $2,760.