Is There an HVAC School in Sacramento?
- Sacramento City College in Sacramento, 2 miles away, offers Mechanical-Electrical Technology A.S. and Mechanical-Electrical Technology Certificate of Achievement.
- UEI College-Sacramento in Sacramento, 5 miles away, offers Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Diploma.
- InterCoast Colleges-Rancho Cordova in Rancho Cordova, 7 miles away, offers HVAC Technician Certificate.
- EPA 608: 6 of these 6 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- HVAC pay in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro area: a median $66,670 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Best HVAC Schools in Sacramento for What You Need
HVAC Schools in Sacramento and the Surrounding Area
Sacramento City College
Offers an associate degree and 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $1,288 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 31 conferred 2024–25
The closest campus to Sacramento; evening or weekend classes; a degree option on top of certificates.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
UEI College-Sacramento
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 131 conferred 2024–25
Some coursework online.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
InterCoast Colleges-Rancho Cordova
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 3 conferred 2024–25
Some coursework online.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
National Career Education
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 133 conferred 2024–25
The most HVAC awards nearby (133 in 2024–25).
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Commercial
UEI College-Stockton
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 106 conferred 2024–25
Some coursework online.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
San Joaquin Delta College
Offers an associate degree and 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $1,180 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 12 conferred 2024–25
The lowest tuition of the 2 HVAC schools here ($1,180); a degree option on top of certificates.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning
Tuition and HVAC awards: NCES College Navigator. Programs and topics: each school's own HVAC page, reviewed September 2026. Distances are straight-line from Sacramento.
Sacramento City College and 5 More Programs Within 60 Miles
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento City CollegeSacramento | 2 miles | $1,288 | 31 | 33% |
| UEI College-SacramentoSacramento | 5 miles | 131 | ||
| InterCoast Colleges-Rancho CordovaRancho Cordova | 7 miles | 3 | ||
| National Career EducationCitrus Heights | 13 miles | 133 | ||
| UEI College-StocktonStockton | 40 miles | 106 | ||
| San Joaquin Delta CollegeStockton | 40 miles | $1,180 | 12 | 35% |
HVAC programs near Sacramento, 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 Sacramento: Sacramento City College Teaches Evenings or Weekends
- Sacramento City CollegeThe program runs both day and evening lecture and lab sections.
- UEI College-SacramentoThe diploma is offered in hybrid (online classes plus on-campus labs) and in-residence formats, with new classes starting monthly; it can be completed in as few as 10 months.
- InterCoast Colleges-Rancho CordovaThe certificate is delivered in a hybrid format (classroom and hands-on lab) and takes 32 weeks; trades students must attend lab each week.
Also publishing schedules: National Career Education (13 miles) and UEI College-Stockton (40 miles). See each profile for times.
Certificate or Associate Degree Near Sacramento?
UEI College-Sacramento, InterCoast Colleges-Rancho Cordova and National Career Education offer certificates or diplomas only; Sacramento City College and San Joaquin Delta College also award an HVAC associate degree, which adds general education and usually takes about two years full time.
- Sacramento City CollegeMechanical-Electrical Technology A.S.: 60 units (48 major units); Mechanical-Electrical Technology Certificate of Achievement: 48 units; Mechanical Systems Technician Certificate of Achievement: 24 units
- UEI College-SacramentoHeating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Diploma: 720 clock hours / 36 semester credit units (36 instructional weeks; 40 weeks normal time)
- InterCoast Colleges-Rancho CordovaHVAC Technician Certificate: 720 clock hours / 39 academic credits (32 weeks)
HVAC Technician Pay Around Sacramento
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro area (2,940 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Sacramento
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Sacramento Cost?
San Joaquin Delta College charges the least, $1,180 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); Sacramento City College charges $1,288. Tools and books cost extra (San Joaquin Delta College budgets $2,000 for books and supplies).
How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Sacramento?
It depends on the credential. At Sacramento City College, the closest program that publishes lengths, Mechanical-Electrical Technology A.S. runs 60 units (48 major units). 2 of the 6 schools near Sacramento also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Sacramento?
HVAC mechanics and installers in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro area earn a median $66,670 a year (BLS, May 2025), 9% above the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $101,260.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Sacramento?
San Joaquin Delta College scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 12 HVAC awards in 2024–25. National Career Education ranks second.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Sacramento?
Sacramento City College, UEI College-Sacramento and InterCoast Colleges-Rancho Cordova name EPA 608 preparation or testing on their HVAC program pages.
Are There Night HVAC Classes Near Sacramento?
Yes. Sacramento City College (2 miles) publishes evening or weekend classes. Each school profile has its full schedule.
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Sources
- Official HVAC program pages of the 6 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.