Clarkesville, GeorgiaPublic, 2-Year

North Georgia Technical College HVAC Program

An associate degree, a diploma and 4 certificates, $3,330 a year in tuition and fees, with training in refrigeration systems, electrical and wiring, heating, furnaces and boilers.

What Does North Georgia Technical College Offer HVAC Students?

North Georgia Technical College in Clarkesville, Georgia offers an associate degree, a diploma and 4 certificates in HVAC through its Air Conditioning Technology program. Tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $3,330 for a full-time year (in-state). The school awarded 29 HVAC credentials in 2024–25. Best for earning an HVAC degree, not just a certificate.

HVAC Degree and Certificates at North Georgia Technical College

AwardTypeLength
Air Conditioning Technology AAS DegreeAssociate70 credit hours (4 terms)
Air Conditioning Technology DiplomaDiploma53 credit hours (3 terms)
Advanced Commercial Refrigeration CertificateCertificate12 credit hours (1 term)
Air Conditioning Electrical Technician CertificateCertificate12 credit hours (1 term)
Air Conditioning Technician Assistant CertificateCertificate12 credit hours (1 term)
Air Conditioning Installation Technician CertificateCertificate16 credit hours (1 term)

As listed on North Georgia Technical College's HVAC program page, reviewed September 26, 2026.

North Georgia Technical College HVAC Tuition: $3,330 a Year

Tuition and fees
$3,330
in-state, 2024–25
Out of state
$5,898
2024–25
Books and supplies
$1,470
2024–25 estimate
HVAC certificates awarded
25
2024–25
HVAC associate degrees
4
2024–25
Graduation rate
39%
school-wide, Fall 2021 cohort
Students enrolled
2,599
school-wide, Fall 2024

Tuition and fees are for a full-time year. Awards count HVAC credentials conferred. Graduation rate and enrollment cover the whole school. Source: NCES College Navigator.

From Residential to Commercial Systems: What North Georgia Technical College Teaches

The program is accredited by HVAC Excellence and offers an Advanced Commercial Refrigeration certificate for diploma or degree holders.

  • Refrigeration systemscommercial refrigeration
  • Electrical and wiring
  • Heating, furnaces and boilers
  • Air conditioning
  • Commercial and industrial systemscommercial refrigeration

When North Georgia Technical College HVAC Classes Meet

Schedule. All HVAC awards are offered at the Clarkesville Campus, from one-term certificates to the four-term degree.

Where You'll Train: Clarkesville Campus

  • Clarkesville Campus

Check start dates, admission steps and the current course list on North Georgia Technical College's own site.

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What HVAC Technicians Earn in Georgia

Across Georgia, the median HVAC technician wage is $56,390 a year, from $36,990 at the 10th percentile to $79,130 at the 90th, with 12,290 HVAC mechanics and installers employed. The national median is $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.

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North Georgia Technical College HVAC FAQ

Does North Georgia Technical College Have an HVAC Program?

Yes. North Georgia Technical College offers an associate degree, a diploma and 4 certificates in HVAC at Clarkesville Campus. Training covers refrigeration systems, electrical and wiring, heating, furnaces and boilers, air conditioning, commercial and industrial systems.

How Much Does HVAC School Cost at North Georgia Technical College?

North Georgia Technical College's 2024–25 tuition and fees were $3,330 for a full-time year (in-state) and $5,898 out of state, with books and supplies estimated at $1,470. HVAC students also buy hand tools and meters.

How Long Is the HVAC Program at North Georgia Technical College?

Air Conditioning Technology AAS Degree: 70 credit hours (4 terms). Air Conditioning Technology Diploma: 53 credit hours (3 terms). Advanced Commercial Refrigeration Certificate: 12 credit hours (1 term).

Does North Georgia Technical College Offer Night or Weekend HVAC Classes?

All HVAC awards are offered at the Clarkesville Campus, from one-term certificates to the four-term degree.

How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Georgia?

The median HVAC technician wage in Georgia is $56,390 a year, and the middle half earn between $46,250 and $66,180 (BLS, May 2025).

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Sources

  1. northgatech.edu: Air Conditioning Technology program page, reviewed September 26, 2026
  2. NCES College Navigator, IPEDS unit 140678
  3. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025