Walnut, CaliforniaPublic, 2-Year

Mt San Antonio College HVAC Program

2 associate degrees and a certificate, $1,364 a year in tuition and fees, with training in EPA 608 refrigerant certification, refrigeration systems, electrical and wiring.

What Does Mt San Antonio College Offer HVAC Students?

Mt San Antonio College in Walnut, California offers 2 associate degrees and a certificate in HVAC through its Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology program. Tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $1,364 for a full-time year (in-state). The school awarded 47 HVAC credentials in 2024–25. It runs evening classes. Best for working adults who need evening classes.

Class Schedule and Certification Testing at Mt San Antonio College

Schedule. Classes are offered days and evenings, and students can reach industry employment in as little as one academic year; a work-study component is also offered.

Testing. Program outcomes include handling refrigerants under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act.

Mt San Antonio College HVAC Tuition: $1,364 a Year

Tuition and fees
$1,364
in-state, 2024–25
Out of state
$10,464
2024–25
Books and supplies
$1,452
2024–25 estimate
HVAC certificates awarded
34
2024–25
HVAC associate degrees
13
2024–25
Graduation rate
45%
school-wide, Fall 2021 cohort
Students enrolled
29,971
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 Mt San Antonio College

AwardTypeLength
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration AS (S0909)Associate31.5 major units plus general education
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Certificate (T0909)Certificate31.5 units
Supermarket Refrigeration AS (S0967)Associate29 major units plus general education

As listed on Mt San Antonio College's HVAC program page, reviewed September 26, 2026.

From Residential to Commercial Systems: What Mt San Antonio College Teaches

The program is accredited by HVAC Excellence (ESCO Institute) and offers a separate Supermarket Refrigeration AS focused on multiplex commercial refrigeration systems.

  • EPA 608 refrigerant certification
  • Refrigeration systemssupermarket refrigeration, commercial refrigeration
  • Electrical and wiringcommercial electrical
  • Heating, furnaces and boilersgas heating
  • Controls and building automation
  • Ductwork, airflow and sheet metal
  • Commercial and industrial systemscommercial electrical, commercial systems, commercial refrigeration

Where You'll Train: Mt. San Antonio College

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Check start dates, admission steps and the current course list on Mt San Antonio College's own site.

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What HVAC Technicians Earn in California

Across California, the median HVAC technician wage is $72,560 a year, from $46,950 at the 10th percentile to $109,060 at the 90th, with 35,130 HVAC mechanics and installers employed. The national median is $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.

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Mt San Antonio College HVAC FAQ

Does Mt San Antonio College Have an HVAC Program?

Yes. Mt San Antonio College offers 2 associate degrees and a certificate in HVAC at Mt. San Antonio College. Training covers EPA 608 refrigerant certification, refrigeration systems, electrical and wiring, heating, furnaces and boilers, controls and building automation.

How Much Does HVAC School Cost at Mt San Antonio College?

Mt San Antonio College's 2024–25 tuition and fees were $1,364 for a full-time year (in-state) and $10,464 out of state, with books and supplies estimated at $1,452. HVAC students also buy hand tools and meters.

How Long Is the HVAC Program at Mt San Antonio College?

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration AS (S0909): 31.5 major units plus general education. Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Certificate (T0909): 31.5 units. Supermarket Refrigeration AS (S0967): 29 major units plus general education.

Does Mt San Antonio College Offer Night or Weekend HVAC Classes?

Classes are offered days and evenings, and students can reach industry employment in as little as one academic year; a work-study component is also offered.

Can You Get EPA 608 Certified at Mt San Antonio College?

Program outcomes include handling refrigerants under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act.

How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in California?

The median HVAC technician wage in California is $72,560 a year, and the middle half earn between $58,280 and $90,780 (BLS, May 2025).

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Sources

  1. mtsac.edu: Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology program page, reviewed September 26, 2026
  2. NCES College Navigator, IPEDS unit 119164
  3. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
  4. EPA Section 608 technician certification requirements