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.

  • Located in Dayton, OH
  • 8 core courses including HVAC Fundamentals and Electrical Theory & Lab
  • Offered by an accredited HVAC training school

About This Program

Associate degree program preparing students for diverse HVAC-R careers, from residential service to commercial refrigeration.

How This Program Compares in Ohio

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.

Associate of Applied Science (AAS)

Upon completion you will earn a associate of applied science (aas) in HVAC/R. This in-person program takes 2 years to complete.

8 Courses in This Program

  • HVAC Fundamentals
  • Electrical Theory & Lab
  • Refrigeration Principles
  • Residential Heating
  • Residential Cooling
  • Commercial Refrigeration
  • Commercial HVAC
  • EPA & NATE Prep

Areas of Focus

Commercial RefrigerationResidential HVAC
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