HVAC schools in Mission Viejo, CA
10 schools within 30 miles of Mission Viejo, CA offer HVAC technician programs, and the closest is Orange Coast College in Costa Mesa, 15 miles away. HVAC technicians in California earn a median $72,560 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 10
- Closest
- 15 mi
- Public colleges
- 4
- Median pay in CA
- $72,560
10 HVAC technician schools within 30 mi of Mission Viejo, CA
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Intercoast College - Anaheim Campus
Anaheim, CA · 21 mi · Private
- HVAC technician
- Electrician
- Medical assistant
- +1
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UEI College-Garden Grove
Garden Grove, CA · 21 mi · Private
- HVAC technician
- Electrician
- Automotive technician
- +3
American College of Healthcare and Technology
Riverside, CA · 22 mi · Private
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- +3
UEI College - Anaheim
Anaheim, CA · 23 mi · Private
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- Dental assistant
- +2
San Joaquin Valley College-Temecula
Temecula, CA · 29 mi · Private
- HVAC technician
- Electrician
- Medical assistant
- +4
What HVAC technicians earn in California
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
HVAC technician salary in CaliforniaHow to become an HVAC technician
- Median pay
- $72,560
- $34.88 an hour
- Typical range
- $46,950–$109,060
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in CA
- 35,130
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +10.9%
- 40,600 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the closest HVAC technician schools to Mission Viejo?
The closest are Orange Coast College (Costa Mesa, 15 mi), Brownson Technical School (Anaheim, 20 mi), and Intercoast College - Anaheim Campus (Anaheim, 21 mi). In total, 10 schools within 30 miles teach HVAC technician.
How much do HVAC technician programs near Mission Viejo cost?
For the 8 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,606 to $30,513. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do HVAC technicians make near Mission Viejo?
Across California, the median pay is $72,560 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a HVAC technician school in Mission Viejo?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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- Riverside (27 mi)
- Menifee (28 mi)
- Pomona (32 mi)
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