Is There an HVAC School in Albany?
- Albany Technical College in Albany, 2 miles away, offers Air Conditioning Technology Diploma (ACT2) and Industrial/Commercial Air Certificate (IA21).
- South Georgia Technical College in Americus, 37 miles away, offers Air Conditioning Technology Degree and Air Conditioning Technology Diploma (ACT2).
- Southern Regional Technical College in Moultrie, 51 miles away, offers Air Conditioning Technology, Diploma (ACT2) and Air Conditioning Repair Specialist, TCC (ACY1).
- HVAC pay in the Albany, GA metro area: a median $48,320 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Best HVAC Schools in Albany for What You Need
HVAC Schools in Albany and the Surrounding Area
Albany Technical College
Offers a diploma and 5 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,364 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 46 conferred 2024–25
The closest campus to Albany; the most HVAC awards nearby (46 in 2024–25).
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South Georgia Technical College
Offers an associate degree, a diploma and 7 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,992 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 38 conferred 2024–25
A degree option on top of certificates.
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Southern Regional Technical College
Offers a diploma and 4 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,007 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 24 conferred 2024–25
The lowest tuition of the 3 HVAC schools here ($3,007).
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Tuition and HVAC awards: NCES College Navigator. Programs and topics: each school's own HVAC page, reviewed September 2026. Distances are straight-line from Albany.
Albany Technical College and 2 More Programs Within 60 Miles
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany Technical CollegeAlbany | 2 miles | $3,364 | 46 | 42% |
| South Georgia Technical CollegeAmericus | 37 miles | $3,992 | 38 | 61% |
| Southern Regional Technical CollegeMoultrie | 51 miles | $3,007 | 24 | 31% |
HVAC programs near Albany, 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 Albany: When Programs Meet
- Albany Technical CollegeStudents can enter the certificates each semester.
- South Georgia Technical CollegeStudents can start any semester at the Americus or Cordele campus.
- Southern Regional Technical CollegeThe diploma runs four semesters at the Moultrie (Veterans Parkway) and Bainbridge campuses.
Certificate or Associate Degree Near Albany?
Albany Technical College and Southern Regional Technical College offer certificates or diplomas only; South Georgia Technical College also awards an HVAC associate degree, which adds general education and usually takes about two years full time.
- Albany Technical CollegeAir Conditioning Technology Diploma (ACT2): 51 credit hours; Industrial/Commercial Air Certificate (IA21): 29 credit hours; Air Conditioning Repair Specialist TCC (ACY1): 20 credit hours
- South Georgia Technical CollegeAir Conditioning Technology Degree: 66 credits (5 terms); Air Conditioning Technology Diploma (ACT2): 51 credits; Air Conditioning Repair Specialist TCC (ACY1): 20 credits
- Southern Regional Technical CollegeAir Conditioning Technology, Diploma (ACT2): 54 credit hours (four semesters); Air Conditioning Repair Specialist, TCC (ACY1): 20 credit hours; Air Conditioning Electrical Technician, TCC (ACK1): 12 credit hours
HVAC Technician Pay Around Albany
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in the Albany, GA metro area (140 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Albany
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Albany Cost?
Southern Regional Technical College charges the least, $3,007 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); South Georgia Technical College charges $3,992. Tools and books cost extra (Southern Regional Technical College budgets $1,150 for books and supplies).
How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Albany?
It depends on the credential. At Albany Technical College, the closest program that publishes lengths, Air Conditioning Technology Diploma (ACT2) runs 51 credit hours. 1 of the 3 schools near Albany also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Albany?
HVAC mechanics and installers in the Albany, GA metro area earn a median $48,320 a year (BLS, May 2025), 21% below the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $76,320.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Albany?
Albany Technical College scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 46 HVAC awards in 2024–25. South Georgia Technical College ranks second.
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Sources
- Official HVAC program pages of the 3 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.