Key Takeaways
The Refrigeration, Heating, and Air Conditioning Studies, Diploma at Delaware Technical Community College is a in-person diploma program lasting 1 year with tuition of $5,340.
Two-semester diploma covering the foundational refrigeration, climate control, and air distribution coursework of the AAS program, preparing graduates for entry-level HVAC/R technician roles.
At $5,340 in total tuition, this program is below the Delaware median of $7,703. Its 1 year timeline is shorter than the state norm of 1.5 years. It includes EPA Section 608 prep and financial aid.
HVAC technicians in Delaware earn a median of $50,290 per year (BLS OEWS), ranging from about $33,580 early in a career to over $72,340 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 diploma in HVAC/R. This in-person program takes 1 year to complete.