Tucson, ArizonaPublic, 2-Year

Pima Community College HVAC Program

An associate degree and a certificate, $2,442 a year in tuition and fees, with training in EPA 608 refrigerant certification, refrigeration systems, electrical and wiring.

What Does Pima Community College Offer HVAC Students?

Pima Community College in Tucson, Arizona offers an associate degree and a certificate in HVAC through its HVAC-R Technician program. Tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $2,442 for a full-time year (in-state). The school awarded 20 HVAC credentials in 2024–25. It runs evening classes. Best for working adults who need evening classes.

Class Schedule and Certification Testing at Pima Community College

Schedule. Students can take classes during the day or in the evening. The certificate takes about one year full-time.

Testing. The program prepares students for EPA 608, NATE and OSHA certifications.

Pima Community College HVAC Tuition: $2,442 a Year

Tuition and fees
$2,442
in-state, 2024–25
Out of state
$7,758
2024–25
Books and supplies
$1,920
2024–25 estimate
HVAC certificates awarded
20
2024–25
Graduation rate
28%
school-wide, Fall 2021 cohort
Students enrolled
16,283
school-wide, Fall 2024

Tuition and fees are for a full-time year. Awards count HVAC credentials conferred. Graduation rate and enrollment cover the whole school. Source: NCES College Navigator.

HVAC Degree and Certificates at Pima Community College

AwardTypeLength
HVAC-R Technician CertificateCertificate1 year (full-time)
Building and Construction Technologies AAS (HVAC-R focus)Associate

As listed on Pima Community College's HVAC program page, reviewed September 26, 2026.

What You'll Learn in Pima Community College's HVAC Program

Completing the HVAC-R certificate counts toward half of the Building and Construction Technologies AAS, which transfers to a Northern Arizona University 90/30 bachelor's program.

  • EPA 608 refrigerant certification
  • Refrigeration systems
  • Electrical and wiring
  • Heating, furnaces and boilers
  • Air conditioning
  • Ductwork, airflow and sheet metal

Check start dates, admission steps and the current course list on Pima Community College's own site.

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What HVAC Technicians Earn Around Tucson

HVAC technicians in the Tucson, AZ metro area earn a median $56,070 a year. Across Arizona, the median HVAC technician wage is $59,400 a year, from $37,950 at the 10th percentile to $80,160 at the 90th, with 10,860 HVAC mechanics and installers employed. The national median is $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.

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Pima Community College HVAC FAQ

Does Pima Community College Have an HVAC Program?

Yes. Pima Community College offers an associate degree and a certificate in HVAC. Training covers EPA 608 refrigerant certification, refrigeration systems, electrical and wiring, heating, furnaces and boilers, air conditioning.

How Much Does HVAC School Cost at Pima Community College?

Pima Community College's 2024–25 tuition and fees were $2,442 for a full-time year (in-state) and $7,758 out of state, with books and supplies estimated at $1,920. HVAC students also buy hand tools and meters.

How Long Is the HVAC Program at Pima Community College?

HVAC-R Technician Certificate: 1 year (full-time).

Does Pima Community College Offer Night or Weekend HVAC Classes?

Students can take classes during the day or in the evening. The certificate takes about one year full-time.

Can You Get EPA 608 Certified at Pima Community College?

The program prepares students for EPA 608, NATE and OSHA certifications.

How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Arizona?

The median HVAC technician wage in Arizona is $59,400 a year, and the middle half earn between $47,170 and $73,810 (BLS, May 2025).

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Sources

  1. pima.edu: HVAC-R Technician program page, reviewed September 26, 2026
  2. NCES College Navigator, IPEDS unit 105525
  3. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
  4. EPA Section 608 technician certification requirements