HVAC
Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Technology (HVAC) is considered a high-demand occupation throughout Texas. HVAC Techs install and maintain heating and air conditioning units and may work for general contractors, in building maintenance, for companies that build the units, and in sales. HVAC Techs should display manual dexterity, be able to apply concepts to real-life situations, and develop good customer service habits.
Beginning HVAC Techs can expect to earn between $15 and $18 per hour, and pay increases substantially in urban areas. Advanced HVAC Technicians can earn a contractor’s license and start their own businesses, or work as an advanced technician making between $20 and $30 per hour.Certificate & Degree Requirements
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Occupational Skills Award Requirements- Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Certificate Requirements
- Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Degree Requirements
Career Outlook
At North Central Texas College students will be trained for system design, load calculations and building sites on residential air conditioning, commercial refrigeration, and building sites. Training in EPA recovery of refrigeration will prepare students for an EPA 608 certification. Due to the fact that North Central Texas College carries a license from the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulations, a student can become a certified HVAC Technician when they complete the Occupational Skills Award.
The Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Occupational Skills Award can be earned in one semester while the certificate is designed to be completed in one year. The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree is set to conclude in two years. Students, however, may set their own pace.
Yes, HVAC labs and a walk-in freezer are contained in our Career & Technology building on the Gainesville campus. There, students will learn how to solve problems in a real-world setting.
Yes! The Associate of Applied Science degree (AAS) will transfer to several North Texas universities through AAS to BAAS transfer programs. For more information and a list of participating institutions, please review the AAS to BAAS Guided Pathways.
NCTC believes that all students should be allowed the opportunity to pursue higher education. The Financial Aid Office will help you when applying for aid. For more information, call 940-668-4242, visit Financial Aid, or drop by the Financial Aid Office on any of NCTC's five campuses.
Kenny Smith
Division Chair, Industrial & Energy Technology
Gainesville
CTC 2100 RM 2110
(940) 668-7731 ext. 4426
ksmith@nctc.edu
