Key Takeaways
The HVAC-R Technician at Lincoln Tech - Columbia is a in-person diploma program lasting 9 months with tuition of $23,100.
Foundational HVAC-R program covering residential and light commercial heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems with hands-on lab experience.
At $23,100 in total tuition, this program is above the Maryland median of $15,210. Its 9 months timeline is shorter than the state norm of 1 year. It includes EPA Section 608 prep, NATE exam preparation, and financial aid.
HVAC technicians in Maryland earn a median of $52,480 per year (BLS OEWS), ranging from about $35,060 early in a career to over $74,720 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 9 months to complete.