Key Takeaways
The HVAC-R Technology - AAS Degree at Guilford Technical Community College is a in-person associate of applied science (aas) program lasting 2 years with tuition of $7,200.
Two-year Associate in Applied Science degree covering heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems for residential and commercial applications.
At $7,200 in total tuition, this program is above the North Carolina median of $5,800. Its 2 years timeline is longer than the state norm of 1.5 years. It includes EPA Section 608 prep, NATE exam preparation, and financial aid.
HVAC technicians in North Carolina earn a median of $45,050 per year (BLS OEWS), ranging from about $30,150 early in a career to over $64,810 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.