Key Takeaways
The HVAC/R Technology - AS Degree at Citrus College is a in-person associate of applied science (aas) program lasting 2 years with tuition of $3,800.
California AS degree in HVAC/R technology covering residential and commercial systems, California Title 24 codes, and EPA certification.
At $3,800 in total tuition, this program is below the California median of $5,500. Its 2 years timeline is longer than the state norm of 1 year. It includes EPA Section 608 prep, NATE exam preparation, and 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.