Key Takeaways
The HVAC-R Technology with PLC at Lincoln Tech - East Windsor is a in-person diploma program lasting 1y 2mo with tuition of $31,500.
Advanced HVAC-R program with additional training in programmable logic controllers and building automation systems used in commercial and industrial settings.
At $31,500 in total tuition, this program is above the New Jersey median of $23,566. Its 1.2 years timeline is longer than the state norm of 9 months. It includes EPA Section 608 prep, NATE exam preparation, and financial aid.
HVAC technicians in New Jersey earn a median of $56,120 per year (BLS OEWS), ranging from about $37,530 early in a career to over $79,680 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 1y 2mo to complete.