Where Can You Take HVAC Classes in Rome After Work?
- Night or weekend classes: Fortis College-Smyrna and Lincoln College of Technology-Marietta.
- Georgia Northwestern Technical College in Rome, 3 miles away, offers Air Conditioning Technology (ACT2) Diploma and Air Conditioning Electrical Technician (ACK1) Certificate.
- West Georgia Technical College in LaGrange, 40 miles away, offers Air Conditioning Technology Diploma (ACT2) and Air Conditioning Repair Specialist Certificate (ACY1).
- Chattahoochee Technical College in Marietta, 43 miles away, offers Air Conditioning Technology Diploma and HVAC Technician Certificate.
- EPA 608: 3 of these 8 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- HVAC pay in the Rome, GA metro area: a median $52,040 a year (BLS, May 2025).
HVAC Classes in Rome: 2 Schools Teach Evenings or Weekends
- Georgia Northwestern Technical CollegeThe diploma is available at the Floyd County and Walker County campuses, each with its own advisor.
- West Georgia Technical CollegeThe diploma has fall, spring and summer start options, with separate completion checklists for each, at the Carroll and LaGrange campuses.
- Chattahoochee Technical CollegeThe program runs at the Marietta and Canton campuses and the Bartow County College and Career Academy, with some online coursework; Marietta offers fall and spring semester starts.
Also publishing schedules: Fortis College-Smyrna (45 miles), Lincoln College of Technology-Marietta (47 miles) and Interactive College of Technology-Chamblee (57 miles). See each profile for times.
Compare HVAC Programs Near Rome
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Northwestern Technical CollegeRome | 3 miles | $3,300 | 30 | 43% |
| West Georgia Technical CollegeLaGrange | 40 miles | $3,410 | 85 | 35% |
| Chattahoochee Technical CollegeMarietta | 43 miles | $3,540 | 188 | 38% |
| Fortis College-SmyrnaSmyrna | 45 miles | $15,543 | 75 | |
| Northeast Alabama Community CollegeRainsville, AL | 46 miles | $5,040 | 56% | |
| Lincoln College of Technology-MariettaMarietta | 47 miles | 92 | ||
| Gadsden State Community CollegeAnniston, AL | 50 miles | $4,272 | 48 | 38% |
| Interactive College of Technology-ChambleeChamblee | 57 miles | $11,330 | 87 |
HVAC programs near Rome, 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 Rome for What You Need
HVAC Schools in Rome: Chattahoochee Technical College and 7 Others
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Offers a diploma and 3 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,300 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 30 conferred 2024–25
The closest campus to Rome; the lowest tuition of the 7 HVAC schools here ($3,300).
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Air conditioning · Heat pumps · Controls
West Georgia Technical College
Offers a diploma and 4 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,410 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 85 conferred 2024–25
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Air conditioning · Heat pumps · Controls
Chattahoochee Technical College
Offers a diploma and 7 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,540 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 188 conferred 2024–25
The most HVAC awards nearby (188 in 2024–25); some coursework online.
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Commercial
Fortis College-Smyrna
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $15,543 all students, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 75 conferred 2024–25
Evening or weekend classes.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
Northeast Alabama Community College
Offers an associate degree and 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,040 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards offered
- 3 certificates and degrees
A degree option on top of certificates.
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Heat pumps
Tuition and HVAC awards: NCES College Navigator. Programs and topics: each school's own HVAC page, reviewed September 2026. Distances are straight-line from Rome.
Certificate or Associate Degree Near Rome?
Georgia Northwestern Technical College, West Georgia Technical College and Chattahoochee Technical College offer certificates or diplomas only; Northeast Alabama Community College, Gadsden State Community College and Interactive College of Technology-Chamblee also award an HVAC associate degree, which adds general education and usually takes about two years full time.
- Georgia Northwestern Technical CollegeAir Conditioning Technology (ACT2) Diploma: 51 credit hours; Air Conditioning Electrical Technician (ACK1) Certificate: 12 credit hours; Air Conditioning System Maintenance Technician (AZ21) Certificate: 12 credit hours
- West Georgia Technical CollegeAir Conditioning Technology Diploma (ACT2): 51 credit hours minimum; Air Conditioning Repair Specialist Certificate (ACY1): 20 credit hours minimum; Air Conditioning Electrical Technician Certificate (ACK1): 12 credit hours minimum
- Chattahoochee Technical CollegeAir Conditioning Technology Diploma: 52 credit hours; HVAC Technician Certificate: 32 credit hours; Air Conditioning Repair Specialist: 20 credit hours
HVAC Technician Pay Around Rome
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in the Rome, GA metro area (80 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Rome
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Rome Cost?
Georgia Northwestern Technical College charges the least, $3,300 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); Fortis College-Smyrna charges $15,543. Tools and books cost extra (Georgia Northwestern Technical College budgets $1,500 for books and supplies).
How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Rome?
It depends on the credential. At Georgia Northwestern Technical College, the closest program that publishes lengths, Air Conditioning Technology (ACT2) Diploma runs 51 credit hours. 3 of the 8 schools near Rome also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Rome?
HVAC mechanics and installers in the Rome, GA metro area earn a median $52,040 a year (BLS, May 2025), 15% below the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $76,140.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Rome?
Chattahoochee Technical College scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 188 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Lincoln College of Technology-Marietta ranks second.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Rome?
Fortis College-Smyrna, Lincoln College of Technology-Marietta and Interactive College of Technology-Chamblee name EPA 608 preparation or testing on their HVAC program pages.
Are There Night HVAC Classes Near Rome?
Yes. Fortis College-Smyrna (45 miles) and Lincoln College of Technology-Marietta (47 miles) publish evening or weekend classes. Each school profile has its full schedule.
HVAC Programs Near Rome but Farther Out
- Atlanta Technical College, Atlanta59 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.