HVAC schools in North Carolina
Looking for HVAC technician schools in North Carolina? There are 38, including 35 public colleges and 3 private career schools. HVAC technicians in North Carolina earn a median $57,260 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 38
- Public colleges
- 35
- Median pay in NC
- $57,260
- Cities with schools
- 24
24 HVAC technician schools
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Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NC · Public
- HVAC technician
- Electrician
- Welding
- +24
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Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC · Public
- HVAC technician
- Electrician
- Plumbing
- +26
Miller-Motte College - Fayetteville
Fayetteville, NC · Private
- HVAC technician
- CDL & truck driving
- Medical assistant
- +2
HVAC schools by city
- Charlotte (4 within 30 mi)
- Raleigh (3 within 30 mi)
- Greensboro (5 within 30 mi)
- Durham (3 within 30 mi)
- Winston-Salem (3 within 30 mi)
- Fayetteville (4 within 30 mi)
- Cary (3 within 30 mi)
- Concord (4 within 30 mi)
- Gastonia (4 within 30 mi)
- Huntersville (5 within 30 mi)
- Burlington (3 within 30 mi)
- Wake Forest (3 within 30 mi)
- Wilson (3 within 30 mi)
- Hickory (3 within 30 mi)
- Indian Trail (3 within 30 mi)
- Salisbury (5 within 30 mi)
- Goldsboro (3 within 30 mi)
- Clayton (3 within 30 mi)
- Statesville (4 within 30 mi)
- Asheboro (3 within 30 mi)
- Thomasville (4 within 30 mi)
- Albemarle (4 within 30 mi)
- Wentworth (3 within 30 mi)
- Polkton (3 within 30 mi)
What HVAC technicians earn in North Carolina
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
HVAC technician salary in North CarolinaHow to become an HVAC technician
- Median pay
- $57,260
- $27.53 an hour
- Typical range
- $37,780–$77,160
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NC
- 15,230
- 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
How many HVAC technician schools are in North Carolina?
We list 38 schools in North Carolina with HVAC technician programs: 35 public colleges and 3 private career schools. Campuses are in Fayetteville, Raleigh, Graham, Asheville, and Wilmington.
Are there community college HVAC technician programs in North Carolina?
Yes. 35 public colleges in North Carolina offer HVAC technician. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does HVAC technician school cost in North Carolina?
Among the 38 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $995 to $28,915. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do HVAC technicians make in North Carolina?
The median pay for HVAC technicians in North Carolina is $57,260 a year, and most earn between $37,780 and $77,160, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a HVAC technician school in North Carolina?
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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