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HVAC Schools in Port St. Lucie, FL

Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie trains HVAC technicians in Port St. Lucie, and 3 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 Port St. Lucie?

  • Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie in Port St. Lucie, in town away, offers HVAC-R Diploma.
  • Indian River State College in Fort Pierce, 9 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).
  • Treasure Coast Technical College in Vero Beach, 27 miles away, offers Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration 1 career certificate (C410400).
  • EPA 608: 3 of these 4 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
  • HVAC pay in the Port St. Lucie, FL metro area: a median $57,210 a year (BLS, May 2025).

Best HVAC Schools in Port St. Lucie for What You Need

Closest to Port St. LucieFortis Institute-Port Saint LucieCampus in Port St. LucieLowest TuitionIndian River State College$2,764 a year, in-state (2024–25)Working AdultsPalm Beach State CollegeEvening or weekend classes published

HVAC Schools in Port St. Lucie and the Surrounding Area

Port St. Lucie · under 1 mi from Port St. LuciePrivate 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

The only campus on this list inside Port St. Lucie.

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

Fort Pierce · 9 mi from Port St. LuciePublic, 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 lowest tuition of the 3 HVAC schools here ($2,764); 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

Vero Beach · 27 mi from Port St. LuciePublic, 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

Lake Worth · 50 mi from Port St. LuciePublic, 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 Port St. Lucie.

Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie and 3 More Programs Within 60 Miles

SchoolDistanceTuition and feesHVAC awardsGraduation rate
Fortis Institute-Port Saint LuciePort St. Luciein town$14,83929
Indian River State CollegeFort Pierce9 miles$2,7648045%
Treasure Coast Technical CollegeVero Beach27 miles15
Palm Beach State CollegeLake Worth50 miles$3,0505241%

HVAC programs near Port St. Lucie, 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 Port St. Lucie: 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.
  • Palm Beach State CollegeBoth certificates run as day or evening programs; the full HVAC/R CCP takes 45 weeks by day or 70 weeks in the evening.

Certificate or Associate Degree Near Port St. Lucie?

Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie, Treasure Coast Technical College and Palm Beach 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.

  • Fortis Institute-Port Saint LucieHVAC-R Diploma: 48 instructional weeks
  • 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)
  • Treasure Coast Technical CollegeHeating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration 1 career certificate (C410400): 750 hours (9 months)

HVAC Technician Pay Around Port St. Lucie

Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in the Port St. Lucie, FL metro area (830 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.

Questions About HVAC Schools in Port St. Lucie

How Much Do HVAC Schools in Port St. Lucie Cost?

Indian River State College charges the least, $2,764 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie charges $14,839. Tools and books cost extra (Indian River State College budgets $1,620 for books and supplies).

How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Port St. Lucie?

It depends on the credential. At Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie, the closest program that publishes lengths, HVAC-R Diploma runs 48 instructional weeks. 1 of the 4 schools near Port St. Lucie also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.

How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Port St. Lucie?

HVAC mechanics and installers in the Port St. Lucie, FL metro area earn a median $57,210 a year (BLS, May 2025), 6% below the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $78,320.

What Is the Best HVAC School Near Port St. Lucie?

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. Palm Beach State College ranks second.

Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Port St. Lucie?

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

Are There Night HVAC Classes Near Port St. Lucie?

Yes. Indian River State College (9 miles) and Palm Beach State College (50 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 4 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.