Key Takeaways
The Building Maintenance Technician at Coyne College is a in-person certificate program lasting 8 months with tuition of $18,500.
Broad-based program combining HVAC basics with electrical, plumbing, and general maintenance skills for commercial building operations.
At $18,500 in total tuition, this program is in line with the Illinois median of $18,500. Its 8 months timeline is shorter than the state norm of 10 months. It includes EPA Section 608 prep and financial aid.
HVAC technicians in Illinois earn a median of $55,120 per year (BLS OEWS), ranging from about $34,780 early in a career to over $79,640 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 certificate in HVAC/R. This in-person program takes 8 months to complete.