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Program Description
HVAC Technical Institute is a minority-owned trade school located in Chicago, Illinois. It opened its doors in 1994 and graduated 35 students with one goal in mind: to equip men and women with the skills and tools they need to succeed in the HVAC workplace. To this day, HVAC Technical Institute continues to certify an average of 175 students each year and maintains an excellent reputation within the HVAC and electrical industries, as they provide Chicagoland with qualified service technicians. HVAC Technical Institute gives you the skills and certification you need to succeed.
At HVAC Technical Institute, we are excited to help you enjoy an exciting new career in the world of HVAC. If you are located in the state of Illinois (IL), our trade school is ready to help you receive the necessary certifications that you need to join the workforce. We take pride in our HVAC certification and ventilation training services that can help you stay up to date on the latest trends in HVAC repair and maintenance.
And to top it off, financial aid is available for those who qualify. This benefit would give you access to the PELL Grant which could help you pay for tuition allowing you to concentrate on receiving your certifications right here in Chicago. No matter your current levels of HVAC repair knowledge, our instructors are ready to help you receive the experience and training you need to succeed in the world of HVAC repair.
Location: Chicago, IL
Accreditation: HVAC Excellence
Expected Time to Completion: HVAC course (22 to 32 weeks); light commercial refrigeration course (10.75 to 17 weeks); HVAC/R course (32.5 to 48 weeks)
Estimated Tuition: $15,000 (HVAC/R), $10,500 (HVAC), $4,500 (LCR)
Program Description
Are you a natural problem solver who’s ready to begin an exciting new career? HVAC/R Technician training may be a great option for you! HVAC/R technicians are responsible for repairing, maintaining, and installing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment. Learn the skills you need to keep homes, schools, and businesses cool in the summer and warm in the winter at MTI’s HVAC/R schools in Missouri & Illinois.
MTI’s HVAC/R Technician Program in Missouri & Illinois provides hands-on HVAC technical training, helping you develop the knowledge and skills necessary to perform the duties of an entry-level position in the field, including:
Testing & installing various types of controls, motors, and fans
Identifying & diagnosing the sequence of operation of heat pump applications
Identifying & diagnosing the components of a refrigeration system
Installing & troubleshooting electric heating furnaces
Preparing for employment & certification exam review
And more!
Location: Springfield, Moline, and East Peoria, IL; Springfield, MO
Accreditation: HVAC Excellence; Accrediting Commission of Career Schools & Colleges (ACCSC)
Expected Time to Completion: 35 weeks
Estimated Tuition: $12,000 to $15,000 for the program
Program Description
The HVAC&R Program is designed to prepare students for a career in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration industry. Toward this end, the comprehensive curriculum blends “leading-edge” HVAC&R theory with a large amount of practical, hands-on experiences for the purpose of developing confident, professional HVAC&R technicians/installers. In addition, this program is ideal for existing technicians/installers who need a thorough review of HVAC&R fundamentals or experienced technicians/installers who would like a refresher. This program has three areas of focus: Residential Heating & Air Conditioning, Commercial Heating & Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration. Additionally, career-laddering certificates are offered in each of these areas.
This is a career and technical education program. Some of the courses may not transfer to four-year institutions.
Location: Decatur, IL
Accreditation: HVAC Excellence; Higher Learning Commission
Expected Time to Completion: Two years (AAS)
Estimated Tuition: In-district ($153 per credit); out-of-district ($303 per credit); out-of-state ($489 per credit)
Program Description
Kaskaskia College's HVAC program will train you to install, service, and repair residential and commercial air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating systems. Through classroom instruction and hands-on training, you will learn the physical, mechanical, and chemical principles of refrigeration and air conditioning, emphasizing electrical controls and motors.
You will also gain proficiency in blueprint reading, sheet metal construction, proper ventilation, installation, heating and cooling diagnosis, and installation of residential and commercial equipment as part of your training. Whether you are looking for an entry-level position in the field, or an HVAC professional wanting to enhance their skills, KC's HVAC program is designed to meet your career and training goals.
Location: Centralia, IL
Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission
Expected Time to Completion: AAS (two years); certificate (two semesters)
Estimated Tuition: AAS ($13,214); certificate ($6,287)
Program Description
HVAC at Waubonsee is a hands-on program, where students learn by doing in well-equipped labs and on real-world equipment.
Skilled instructors lead students through training on a wide variety of systems, and elective courses like wiring and industrial control systems enhance your education.
Our program promotes a culture of personal and workplace safety: students earn the OSHA-10 card; certification in the EPA Federal Clean Air Act, Section 608; and Ladder Safety protocols.
You’ll gain real-world experience through service opportunities, with student teams servicing HVAC systems, replacing entire heating and cooling systems and more.
Location: Sugar Grove, Aurora, and Plano, IL
Accreditation: HVAC Excellence; Higher Learning Commission
Expected Time to Completion: AAS (two years); certificate (48 weeks)
Estimated Tuition: In-district ($132 per credit); out-of-district ($379.87 per credit); out-of-state ($415.14 per credit)
Program Description
This Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) program provides instruction in air conditioning, heating and refrigeration. Introductory courses in electricity, electric motors and theory of refrigeration are included. Advanced work in commercial HVAC includes reach-in and walk-in units found in stores, dairies, and markets. Other areas of study include uses of air conditioning, temperature and humidity control, air circulation, cleaning, installation and troubleshooting of equipment. Students are required to provide their own basic tools.
Location: Grayslake, IL
Accreditation: PAHRA; Higher Learning Commission
Expected Time to Completion: AAS (two years); certificate (two semesters each)
Estimated Tuition: In-district ($125 per credit); Out-of-district ($322 per credit); Out-of-state ($436 per credit)
Program Description
The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) program will prepare you to pursue a well-paid career in an industry where there is a high demand for skilled labor as an HVAC Tech. In this field, well-trained professional technicians install, service, and maintain HVACR equipment to maximize indoor comfort while minimizing energy use.
As a student at Elgin Community College’s HVACR program, you will gain practical skills and knowledge from seasoned faculty with industry experience. Modern, well-equipped labs feature state-of-the-art equipment, including heat pumps and roof-top units, so you can experience working on existing systems that you will encounter as a working professional doing the installation and repair tasks.
Location: Elgin, IL
Accreditation: PAHRA; Higher Learning Commission
Expected Time to Completion: AAS (two years); sheet metal mechanics (two semesters); light commercial HVAC service tech (three semesters); residential HVAC service technician (two semesters); residential HVAC systems (one semester); HVAC facilities maintenance tech (four semesters); refrigeration service technician (one semester)
Estimated Tuition: In-district resident ($132 per credit); out-of-district resident ($297 per credit); out-of-state ($396 credit)
Program Description
The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology Associate in Applied Science degree fully prepares students for a variety of industry employment opportunities. Through extensive laboratory experiences and class lectures, students will build on the foundational knowledge acquired through completion of the HVAC Residential Installer, Commercial Refrigeration Technician, and the HVAC Technician certificates.
Location: East Peoria, IL
Accreditation: PAHRA; Higher Learning Commission
Expected Time to Completion: AAS (two years); certificate (varies)
Estimated Tuition: In-district ($155 per credit); out-of-district ($330 per credit); out-of-state ($390 per credit)
Program Description
This program prepares students for careers in the heating and air conditioning industry. The curriculum provides theory as well as sufficient laboratory experience to prepare graduates for immediate employment. Students will be trained for competency in installing, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining all types of environmental control equipment. The graduate will receive an AAS degree. All students registered for heating and air conditioning classes will be required to furnish a basic tool set. The basic tool set will be necessary by the beginning of the fifth week of the semester.
Location: Carterville, IL
Accreditation: PAHRA; Higher Learning Commission
Expected Time to Completion: AAS (two years); certificate (two years)
Estimated Tuition: In-district ($133 per credit); out-of-district ($188 per credit); out-of-state ($222 per credit)
Program Description
Oakton's Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology (HVACR) program helps you develop the skills and knowledge to work in this important field. You will learn to evaluate the performance of air conditioning and refrigeration systems, to assess energy consumption, to apply principles and methods of energy conservation and more.
Maintaining a comfortable temperature in homes, businesses and other gathering places is an essential quality-of-life service. In fact, in cases of extreme cold or extreme heat, it can even save lives. Ensuring proper ventilation can make a life-changing difference as well.
Having the skill to install and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems - also known as HVAC - is invaluable and can lead to consistent employment. Oakton’s small class sizes ensure you benefit from the expertise of Oakton’s experienced professors.
We offer an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in air conditioning, heating and refrigeration technology, as well as several specialized certificates if you're only looking to develop the technical skills to work in this field.
When you graduate from this program, you'll be able to work as a heating and cooling system mechanic, installing and repairing refrigeration and heating equipment. Your duties in this job will include diagnosing problems, setting up components such as motors and pumps, connecting parts such as air ducts and fuel pumps, and hooking up equipment to power sources.
Location: Des Plains, IL
Accreditation: PAHRA; Higher Learning Commission
Expected Time to Completion: AAS (two years); Certificate (varies)
Estimated Tuition: In-district ($136.25 per credit); out-of-district ($367 per credit); out-of-state ($439 per credit)