Is There an HVAC School in Bristol?
- Bristol Technical Education Center in Bristol, 3 miles away, offers Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (full-time adult education).
- Lincoln Technical Institute-New Britain in New Britain, 10 miles away, offers Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Heating Technology Diploma.
- Industrial Management Training Institute in Waterbury, 10 miles away, offers HVAC Technician (full technician program).
- EPA 608: 6 of these 8 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- HVAC pay in Connecticut: a median $76,610 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Best HVAC Schools in Bristol for What You Need
HVAC Schools in Bristol and the Surrounding Area
Bristol Technical Education Center
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
The closest campus to Bristol; evening or weekend classes.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Ductwork
Lincoln Technical Institute-New Britain
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 50 conferred 2024–25
Evening or weekend classes; some coursework online.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
Industrial Management Training Institute
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 14 conferred 2024–25
Evening or weekend classes.
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls
Porter &Amp; Chester Institute of Hamden
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $14,337 all students, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 49 conferred 2024–25
Some coursework online.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning
Lincoln Technical Institute-East Windsor
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 106 conferred 2024–25
Evening or weekend classes; some coursework online.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
Springfield Technical Community College
Offers 2 associate degrees and a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,904 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 37 conferred 2024–25
The lowest tuition of the 4 HVAC schools here ($5,904); evening or weekend classes; a degree option on top of certificates.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Heat pumps · Controls
Porter &Amp; Chester Institute
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $14,349 all students, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 140 conferred 2024–25
The most HVAC awards nearby (140 in 2024–25); some coursework online.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning
Suffolk County Community College
Offers an associate degree, a certificate and one other award in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $6,630 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 55 conferred 2024–25
Evening or weekend classes; a degree option on top of certificates.
Covers Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps · Controls
Tuition and HVAC awards: NCES College Navigator. Programs and topics: each school's own HVAC page, reviewed September 2026. Distances are straight-line from Bristol.
Bristol Technical Education Center and 7 More Programs Within 60 Miles
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol Technical Education CenterBristol | 3 miles | |||
| Lincoln Technical Institute-New BritainNew Britain | 10 miles | 50 | ||
| Industrial Management Training InstituteWaterbury | 10 miles | 14 | ||
| Porter & Chester Institute of HamdenHamden | 23 miles | $14,337 | 49 | 32% |
| Lincoln Technical Institute-East WindsorEast Windsor | 24 miles | 106 | ||
| Springfield Technical Community CollegeSpringfield, MA | 35 miles | $5,904 | 37 | 32% |
| Porter & Chester InstituteBridgeport | 36 miles | $14,349 | 140 | 45% |
| Suffolk County Community CollegeBrentwood, NY | 58 miles | $6,630 | 55 | 29% |
HVAC programs near Bristol, 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 Bristol: 6 Schools Teach Evenings or Weekends
- Bristol Technical Education CenterFull-time adult education programs run from September to June; HVAC is the one two-year program, and each year is a 900-hour program running from late August to June. Evening apprenticeship and extension courses in heating/cooling and sheet metal are also offered for registered apprentices.
- Lincoln Technical Institute-New BritainDay and evening programs are offered; the day schedule takes about 52 weeks and the evening schedule about 80 weeks, including breaks. Courses may be delivered residentially, blended or online.
- Industrial Management Training InstituteDay classes run 8:00 am to 2:30 pm Monday through Thursday and finish in 10 months. Evening classes run 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm Monday through Wednesday and finish in 20 months.
Also publishing schedules: Porter & Chester Institute of Hamden (23 miles), Lincoln Technical Institute-East Windsor (24 miles), Springfield Technical Community College (35 miles), Porter & Chester Institute (36 miles) and Suffolk County Community College (58 miles). See each profile for times.
Certificate or Associate Degree Near Bristol?
Bristol Technical Education Center, Lincoln Technical Institute-New Britain and Industrial Management Training Institute offer certificates or diplomas only; Springfield Technical Community College and Suffolk County Community College also award an HVAC associate degree, which adds general education and usually takes about two years full time.
- Bristol Technical Education CenterHeating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (full-time adult education): two years; 900 hours per school year
- Lincoln Technical Institute-New BritainAir Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Heating Technology Diploma: 1,320 instructional hours (55 semester credits), approximately 52 weeks day or 80 weeks evening
- Industrial Management Training InstituteHVAC Technician (full technician program): 962 hours
HVAC Technician Pay in Connecticut
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Connecticut (3,800 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Bristol
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Bristol Cost?
Springfield Technical Community College charges the least, $5,904 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); Porter & Chester Institute charges $14,349. Tools and books cost extra (Springfield Technical Community College budgets $1,200 for books and supplies).
How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Bristol?
It depends on the credential. At Bristol Technical Education Center, the closest program that publishes lengths, Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (full-time adult education) runs two years; 900 hours per school year. 2 of the 8 schools near Bristol also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Bristol?
HVAC mechanics and installers in Connecticut earn a median $76,610 a year (BLS, May 2025), 26% above the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $100,160.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Bristol?
Porter & Chester Institute scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 140 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Springfield Technical Community College ranks second.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Bristol?
Bristol Technical Education Center, Lincoln Technical Institute-New Britain and Porter & Chester Institute of Hamden name EPA 608 preparation or testing on their HVAC program pages.
Are There Night HVAC Classes Near Bristol?
Yes. Bristol Technical Education Center (3 miles), Lincoln Technical Institute-New Britain (10 miles) and Industrial Management Training Institute (10 miles) publish evening or weekend classes. Each school profile has its full schedule.
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Sources
- Official HVAC program pages of the 8 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.