HVAC schools in Detroit, MI

11 schools within 30 miles of Detroit, MI offer HVAC technician programs, and one is in Detroit itself. HVAC technicians in Michigan earn a median $60,850 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
11
Closest
5 mi
Public colleges
5
Median pay in MI
$60,850

11 HVAC technician schools within 30 mi of Detroit, MI

School results

  1. Wayne County Community College

    Detroit, MI · 4.6 mi · Public

    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +18
  2. Abcott Institute

    Southfield, MI · 7.1 mi · Private

    • HVAC technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +1
  3. Henry Ford College

    Dearborn, MI · 7.9 mi · Public

    • HVAC technician
    • Electrician
    • CNC machining
    • +18
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  5. Northwestern Technological Institute

    Southfield, MI · 9.3 mi · Private

    • HVAC technician
  6. Macomb Community College

    Warren, MI · 11 mi · Public

    • HVAC technician
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +23
  7. Dorsey College-Roseville

    Roseville, MI · 14 mi · Private

    • HVAC technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +7
  8. Dorsey College-Wayne

    Wayne, MI · 16 mi · Private

    • HVAC technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +3
  9. Dorsey College-Woodhaven

    Woodhaven, MI · 18 mi · Private

    • HVAC technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +5
  10. Universal Technical Institute-Canton

    Canton, MI · 19 mi · Private

    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • Industrial maintenance & mechatronics
    • +1
  11. Oakland Community College

    Auburn Hills, MI · 19 mi · Public

    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +19
  12. Washtenaw Community College

    Ann Arbor, MI · 30 mi · Public

    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • Welding
    • +14

What HVAC technicians earn in Michigan

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Median pay
$60,850
$29.26 an hour
Typical range
$40,210–$95,290
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in MI
12,590
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 Detroit?

The closest are Wayne County Community College (Detroit, 5 mi), Abcott Institute (Southfield, 7 mi), and Henry Ford College (Dearborn, 8 mi). In total, 11 schools within 30 miles teach HVAC technician.

How much do HVAC technician programs near Detroit cost?

For the 11 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $660 to $34,423. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do HVAC technicians make near Detroit?

Across Michigan, the median pay is $60,850 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 Detroit?

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.