Where Can You Take HVAC Classes in Orlando After Work?
- Night or weekend classes: Southern Technical College, Osceola Technical College and Ridge Technical College.
- Southern Technical College in Orlando, 9 miles away, offers HVAC Diploma and Associate in Science in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning/Refrigeration (HVACR).
- Osceola Technical College in Kissimmee, 10 miles away, offers HVAC/R 1 career certificate.
- Orange Technical College-South Campus in Orlando, 11 miles away, offers HVAC/R 1 career certificate (C400410) and HVAC/R 2 career certificate (C400420).
- EPA 608: 6 of these 8 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- HVAC pay in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL metro area: a median $51,460 a year (BLS, May 2025).
HVAC Classes in Orlando: 3 Schools Teach Evenings or Weekends
- Southern Technical CollegeDay and evening classes are available.
- Osceola Technical CollegeFull-time: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 7:05 a.m.-2 p.m. and Wednesday 7:05 a.m.-1 p.m. An afternoon/evening block (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 4:30-8:30 p.m.) is listed; part-time is offered for dual enrollment only.
- Orange Technical College-South CampusFull-time mornings: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 7:45 a.m.-2:25 p.m., Wednesday 7:45 a.m.-1:25 p.m.
Also publishing schedules: Orange Technical College-West Campus (22 miles), Seminole State College of Florida (24 miles), Ridge Technical College (33 miles) and Eastern Florida State College (39 miles). See each profile for times.
Compare HVAC Programs Near Orlando
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Technical CollegeOrlando | 9 miles | 560 | ||
| Osceola Technical CollegeKissimmee | 10 miles | 59 | ||
| Orange Technical College-South CampusOrlando | 11 miles | 28 | ||
| Orange Technical College-West CampusOcoee | 22 miles | 12 | ||
| Seminole State College of FloridaSanford | 24 miles | $3,122 | 60 | 41% |
| Ridge Technical CollegeWinter Haven | 33 miles | $3,930 | 2 | 99% |
| Eastern Florida State CollegeCocoa | 39 miles | $2,496 | 9 | 52% |
| Lake Technical CollegeEustis | 40 miles | 32 |
HVAC programs near Orlando, 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.
Best HVAC Schools in Orlando for What You Need
HVAC Schools in Orlando: Southern Technical College and 7 Others
Southern Technical College
Offers an associate degree and a diploma in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 2 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 560 conferred 2024–25
The closest campus to Orlando; the most HVAC awards nearby (560 in 2024–25); evening or weekend classes; a degree option on top of certificates.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Commercial
Osceola Technical College
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 59 conferred 2024–25
Evening or weekend classes.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning · Ductwork
Lake Technical College
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 32 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls
Seminole State College of Florida
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,122 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 60 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Electrical · Commercial
Eastern Florida State College
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $2,496 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 9 conferred 2024–25
The lowest tuition of the 3 HVAC schools here ($2,496).
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · 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 Orlando.
Certificate or Associate Degree Near Orlando?
Osceola Technical College, Orange Technical College-South Campus and Orange Technical College-West Campus offer certificates or diplomas only; Southern Technical College also awards an HVAC associate degree, which adds general education and usually takes about two years full time.
- Southern Technical CollegeHVAC Diploma: 10 months; Associate in Science in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning/Refrigeration (HVACR): 18 months
- Osceola Technical CollegeHVAC/R 1 career certificate: 750 hours (about 9 months full-time)
- Orange Technical College-South CampusHVAC/R 1 career certificate (C400410): 750 hours (about 7 months full-time); HVAC/R 2 career certificate (C400420): 600 hours (about 6 months full-time)
HVAC Technician Pay Around Orlando
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL metro area (5,140 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Orlando
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Orlando Cost?
Eastern Florida State College charges the least, $2,496 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); Ridge Technical College charges $3,930. Tools and books cost extra (Eastern Florida State College budgets $600 for books and supplies).
How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Orlando?
It depends on the credential. At Southern Technical College, the closest program that publishes lengths, HVAC Diploma runs 10 months. 1 of the 8 schools near Orlando also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Orlando?
HVAC mechanics and installers in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL metro area earn a median $51,460 a year (BLS, May 2025), 16% below the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $77,840.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Orlando?
Southern Technical College scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 560 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Osceola Technical College ranks second.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Orlando?
Southern Technical College, Osceola Technical College and Seminole State College of Florida name EPA 608 preparation or testing on their HVAC program pages.
Are There Night HVAC Classes Near Orlando?
Yes. Southern Technical College (9 miles), Osceola Technical College (10 miles) and Ridge Technical College (33 miles) publish evening or weekend classes. Each school profile has its full schedule.
HVAC Programs Near Orlando but Farther Out
- Traviss Technical College, Lakeland48 miles
- Daytona State College, Daytona Beach56 miles
- South Florida State College, Avon Park60 miles
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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.