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HVAC Schools in Fort Pierce, FL

Indian River State College trains HVAC technicians in Fort Pierce, and 4 more HVAC schools sit within 60 miles.

By the HVAC Technician Careers editorial teamUpdated September 26, 2026

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Is There an HVAC School in Fort Pierce?

  • Indian River State College in Fort Pierce, 1 miles away, offers Associate in Applied Science in Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Systems Technology and Residential Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Systems Assistant (technical certificate).
  • Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie in Port St. Lucie, 9 miles away, offers HVAC-R Diploma.
  • Treasure Coast Technical College in Vero Beach, 18 miles away, offers Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration 1 career certificate (C410400).
  • EPA 608: 4 of these 5 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
  • HVAC pay in Florida: a median $56,670 a year (BLS, May 2025).

Best HVAC Schools in Fort Pierce for What You Need

Closest to Fort PierceIndian River State College1 miles from the city centerLowest TuitionEastern Florida State College$2,496 a year, in-state (2024–25)Working AdultsPalm Beach State CollegeEvening or weekend classes published

HVAC Schools in Fort Pierce and the Surrounding Area

Fort Pierce · 1 mi from Fort PiercePublic, 4-year

Indian River State College

Offers an associate degree and 4 certificates in HVAC

  • Evening Classes
  • Weekend Classes
Tuition / year
$2,764
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
80
conferred 2024–25

The closest campus to Fort Pierce; the most HVAC awards nearby (80 in 2024–25); evening or weekend classes; a degree option on top of certificates.

Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heat pumps · Controls · Ductwork

Port St. Lucie · 9 mi from Fort PiercePrivate for-profit, 2-year

Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie

Offers a diploma in HVAC

  • EPA 608 Prep
Tuition / year
$14,839
all students, 2024–25
HVAC awards
29
conferred 2024–25

Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps

Vero Beach · 18 mi from Fort PiercePublic, under 2-year

Treasure Coast Technical College

Offers a certificate in HVAC

  • EPA 608 Prep
HVAC awards offered
1
certificates and degrees
HVAC awards
15
conferred 2024–25

Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning

Cocoa · 55 mi from Fort PiercePublic, 4-year

Eastern Florida State College

Offers a certificate in HVAC

  • EPA 608 Prep
Tuition / year
$2,496
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
9
conferred 2024–25

The lowest tuition of the 4 HVAC schools here ($2,496).

Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning

Lake Worth · 58 mi from Fort PiercePublic, 4-year

Palm Beach State College

Offers 2 certificates in HVAC

  • Evening Classes
Tuition / year
$3,050
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
52
conferred 2024–25

Evening or weekend classes.

Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning · 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 Fort Pierce.

Indian River State College and 4 More Programs Within 60 Miles

SchoolDistanceTuition and feesHVAC awardsGraduation rate
Indian River State CollegeFort Pierce1 miles$2,7648045%
Fortis Institute-Port Saint LuciePort St. Lucie9 miles$14,83929
Treasure Coast Technical CollegeVero Beach18 miles15
Eastern Florida State CollegeCocoa55 miles$2,496952%
Palm Beach State CollegeLake Worth58 miles$3,0505241%

HVAC programs near Fort Pierce, 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 Fort Pierce: 2 Schools Teach Evenings or Weekends

  • Indian River State CollegeClock-hour certificates run Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. (day, starting in January) or 5-10 p.m. (night, starting in August); weekend sessions may be scheduled for EPA training and testing. The AAS begins each fall.
  • Treasure Coast Technical CollegeNext start date listed: August 10, 2026.
  • Eastern Florida State CollegeThe program is full time and in person, Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and takes about a year. Cohorts start in August at the Cocoa Campus and in January at the Palm Bay Campus.

Also publishing schedules: Palm Beach State College (58 miles). See each profile for times.

Certificate or Associate Degree Near Fort Pierce?

Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie, Treasure Coast Technical College and Eastern Florida State College offer certificates or diplomas only; Indian River State College also awards an HVAC associate degree, which adds general education and usually takes about two years full time.

  • Indian River State CollegeAssociate in Applied Science in Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Systems Technology: 64 credits (2 years); Residential Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Systems Assistant (technical certificate): 12 credits (about 11 months); Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Systems Certificate (technical certificate): 24 credits (about 18 months)
  • Fortis Institute-Port Saint LucieHVAC-R Diploma: 48 instructional weeks
  • Treasure Coast Technical CollegeHeating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration 1 career certificate (C410400): 750 hours (9 months)

HVAC Technician Pay in Florida

Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Florida (39,160 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.

Questions About HVAC Schools in Fort Pierce

How Much Do HVAC Schools in Fort Pierce Cost?

Eastern Florida State College charges the least, $2,496 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie charges $14,839. Tools and books cost extra (Eastern Florida State College budgets $600 for books and supplies).

How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Fort Pierce?

It depends on the credential. At Indian River State College, the closest program that publishes lengths, Associate in Applied Science in Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Systems Technology runs 64 credits (2 years). 1 of the 5 schools near Fort Pierce also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.

How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Fort Pierce?

HVAC mechanics and installers in Florida earn a median $56,670 a year (BLS, May 2025), 7% below the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $78,210.

What Is the Best HVAC School Near Fort Pierce?

Indian River State College scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 80 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Eastern Florida State College ranks second.

Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Fort Pierce?

Indian River State College, Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie and Treasure Coast Technical College name EPA 608 preparation or testing on their HVAC program pages.

Are There Night HVAC Classes Near Fort Pierce?

Yes. Indian River State College (1 miles) and Palm Beach State College (58 miles) publish evening or weekend classes. Each school profile has its full schedule.

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Sources

  1. Official HVAC program pages of the 5 schools above (each profile links to its page), reviewed September 2026.
  2. U.S. Department of Education, College Navigator (IPEDS).
  3. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.