Key Takeaways
The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration at Universal Technical Institute - Avondale is a in-person diploma program lasting 1 year with tuition of $33,400.
Comprehensive HVACR program covering residential and light commercial systems, EPA certification prep, electrical fundamentals, and hands-on troubleshooting.
At $33,400 in total tuition, this program is above the Arizona median of $6,300. Its 1 year timeline is typical for the state norm of 11 months. It includes EPA Section 608 prep, NATE exam preparation, and financial aid.
HVAC technicians in Arizona earn a median of $48,370 per year (BLS OEWS), ranging from about $32,160 early in a career to over $69,850 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 1 year to complete.