Key Takeaways
The Air Conditioning & Refrigeration - AAS Degree at Sinclair Community College is a in-person associate of applied science (aas) program lasting 2 years with tuition of $8,100.
Associate degree program preparing students for diverse HVAC-R careers, from residential service to commercial refrigeration.
At $8,100 in total tuition, this program is in line with the Ohio median of $8,550. 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 Ohio earn a median of $48,380 per year (BLS OEWS), ranging from about $32,310 early in a career to over $69,380 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.