Is There an HVAC School in Montgomery?
- Fortis College-Montgomery in Montgomery, 3 miles away, offers Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Diploma.
- H Councill Trenholm State Community College in Montgomery, 4 miles away, offers Air Conditioning and Refrigeration AAS and Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, HVAC Tech III Certificate.
- J F Ingram State Technical College in Deatsville, 18 miles away, offers Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Program Completion Certificate and HVAC Basic Repair Service Short Term Certificate.
- EPA 608: 2 of these 4 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- HVAC pay in the Montgomery, AL metro area: a median $48,680 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Best HVAC Schools in Montgomery for What You Need
HVAC Schools in Montgomery and the Surrounding Area
Fortis College-Montgomery
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 72 conferred 2024–25
The closest campus to Montgomery; evening or weekend classes.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
H Councill Trenholm State Community College
Offers an associate degree and 5 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,190 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 49 conferred 2024–25
A degree option on top of certificates.
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
J F Ingram State Technical College
Offers 5 certificates in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 5 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 352 conferred 2024–25
The most HVAC awards nearby (352 in 2024–25).
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
George C Wallace State Community College-Selma
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,740 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
The lowest tuition of the 2 HVAC schools here ($4,740).
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating
Tuition and HVAC awards: NCES College Navigator. Programs and topics: each school's own HVAC page, reviewed September 2026. Distances are straight-line from Montgomery.
Fortis College-Montgomery and 3 More Programs Within 60 Miles
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fortis College-MontgomeryMontgomery | 3 miles | 72 | ||
| H Councill Trenholm State Community CollegeMontgomery | 4 miles | $5,190 | 49 | 16% |
| J F Ingram State Technical CollegeDeatsville | 18 miles | 352 | 21% | |
| George C Wallace State Community College-SelmaDemopolis | 44 miles | $4,740 | 0 | 41% |
HVAC programs near Montgomery, sorted by straight-line distance. Tuition: 2024–25 full-time rate. Awards: HVAC credentials conferred (NCES College Navigator). Graduation rate is school-wide. Blank cells have no federal figure.
HVAC Classes in Montgomery: Fortis College-Montgomery Teaches Evenings or Weekends
- Fortis College-MontgomeryStudents can choose a morning section (9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.) or an evening section (6:00-11:00 p.m.), Monday through Thursday; courses meet 10 hours a week for 6 weeks.
- J F Ingram State Technical CollegeThe 48-credit program runs four semesters, and each semester's courses also make up a 12-credit short-term certificate.
- George C Wallace State Community College-SelmaThe sample plan runs fall, spring and summer semesters of 15 hours each, with an HVAC apprenticeship/internship course in the summer.
Certificate or Associate Degree Near Montgomery?
Fortis College-Montgomery, J F Ingram State Technical College and George C Wallace State Community College-Selma offer certificates or diplomas only; H Councill Trenholm State Community College also awards an HVAC associate degree, which adds general education and usually takes about two years full time.
- Fortis College-MontgomeryHeating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Diploma: 960 contact hours; 64 quarter credits; 48 instructional weeks
- H Councill Trenholm State Community CollegeAir Conditioning and Refrigeration AAS: 65 credit hours; Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, HVAC Tech III Certificate: 47 credit hours; Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, HVAC Tech IV Certificate: 56 credit hours
- J F Ingram State Technical CollegeHeating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Program Completion Certificate: 48 credit hours (4 semesters); HVAC Basic Repair Service Short Term Certificate: 12 credit hours (1 semester); HVAC Basic Circuit Boards Short Term Certificate: 12 credit hours (1 semester)
HVAC Technician Pay Around Montgomery
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in the Montgomery, AL metro area (540 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Montgomery
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Montgomery Cost?
George C Wallace State Community College-Selma charges the least, $4,740 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); H Councill Trenholm State Community College charges $5,190. Tools and books cost extra (George C Wallace State Community College-Selma budgets $7,400 for books and supplies).
How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Montgomery?
It depends on the credential. At Fortis College-Montgomery, the closest program that publishes lengths, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Diploma runs 960 contact hours; 64 quarter credits; 48 instructional weeks. 1 of the 4 schools near Montgomery also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Montgomery?
HVAC mechanics and installers in the Montgomery, AL metro area earn a median $48,680 a year (BLS, May 2025), 20% below the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $65,960.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Montgomery?
J F Ingram State Technical College scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 352 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Fortis College-Montgomery ranks second.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Montgomery?
Fortis College-Montgomery and J F Ingram State Technical College name EPA 608 preparation or testing on their HVAC program pages.
Are There Night HVAC Classes Near Montgomery?
Yes. Fortis College-Montgomery (3 miles) publishes evening or weekend classes. Each school profile has its full schedule.
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Sources
- Official HVAC program pages of the 4 schools above (each profile links to its page), reviewed September 2026.
- U.S. Department of Education, College Navigator (IPEDS).
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
