Key Takeaways
The HVAC Mechanic Assistant Certificate at Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Nashville is a in-person certificate program lasting 4 months with tuition of $1,800.
Short, 432-hour certificate covering HVAC and refrigeration fundamentals, basic electricity, and safety, preparing graduates for entry-level helper and assistant roles.
At $1,800 in total tuition, this program is below the Tennessee median of $5,000. Its 4 months timeline is shorter than the state norm of 10 months. It includes EPA Section 608 prep and financial aid.
HVAC technicians in Tennessee earn a median of $45,480 per year (BLS OEWS), ranging from about $30,430 early in a career to over $65,340 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 4 months to complete.