Key Takeaways
The HVAC Certificate - Level 2 at San Jacinto College is a in-person certificate program lasting 1 year with tuition of $4,500.
Intermediate certificate building on foundational skills with advanced troubleshooting, commercial systems, and industry certification preparation.
At $4,500 in total tuition, this program is below the Texas median of $8,050. Its 1 year timeline is typical for the state norm of 1 year. It includes EPA Section 608 prep, NATE exam preparation, and financial aid.
HVAC technicians in Texas earn a median of $46,580 per year (BLS OEWS), ranging from about $31,130 early in a career to over $66,790 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 1 year to complete.