LaGrange, GeorgiaPublic, 2-Year

West Georgia Technical College HVAC Program

A diploma and 4 certificates, $3,410 a year in tuition and fees, with training in refrigeration systems, electrical and wiring, air conditioning.

What Does West Georgia Technical College Offer HVAC Students?

West Georgia Technical College in LaGrange, Georgia offers a diploma and 4 certificates in HVAC through its Air Conditioning Technology program. Tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $3,410 for a full-time year (in-state). The school awarded 85 HVAC credentials in 2024–25. Best for a fast start in HVAC with a certificate.

Heat Pumps, Refrigeration and Controls at West Georgia Technical College

Students can start the diploma in fall, spring or summer.

  • Refrigeration systems
  • Electrical and wiringelectric motors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heat pumps and geothermal
  • Controls and building automation

West Georgia Technical College HVAC Tuition: $3,410 a Year

Tuition and fees
$3,410
in-state, 2024–25
Out of state
$5,978
2024–25
Books and supplies
$954
2024–25 estimate
HVAC certificates awarded
85
2024–25
Graduation rate
35%
school-wide, Fall 2021 cohort
Students enrolled
6,940
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.

4 HVAC Certificates at West Georgia Technical College

AwardTypeLength
Air Conditioning Technology Diploma (ACT2)Diploma51 credit hours minimum
Air Conditioning Repair Specialist Certificate (ACY1)Certificate20 credit hours minimum
Air Conditioning Electrical Technician Certificate (ACK1)Certificate12 credit hours minimum
Air Conditioning Technician Assistant Certificate (AZ31)Certificate12 credit hours minimum
Heating and Air Conditioning Installation Technician Certificate (HAA1)Certificate12 credit hours minimum

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

When West Georgia Technical College HVAC Classes Meet

Schedule. The diploma has fall, spring and summer start options, with separate completion checklists for each, at the Carroll and LaGrange campuses.

2 Campuses Teach HVAC at West Georgia Technical College

  • Carroll Campus
  • LaGrange Campus

Check start dates, admission steps and the current course list on West 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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West Georgia Technical College HVAC FAQ

Does West Georgia Technical College Have an HVAC Program?

Yes. West Georgia Technical College offers a diploma and 4 certificates in HVAC at Carroll Campus, LaGrange Campus. Training covers refrigeration systems, electrical and wiring, air conditioning, heat pumps and geothermal, controls and building automation.

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

West Georgia Technical College's 2024–25 tuition and fees were $3,410 for a full-time year (in-state) and $5,978 out of state, with books and supplies estimated at $954. HVAC students also buy hand tools and meters.

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

Air 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.

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

The diploma has fall, spring and summer start options, with separate completion checklists for each, at the Carroll and LaGrange campuses.

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. westgatech.edu: Air Conditioning Technology program page, reviewed September 26, 2026
  2. NCES College Navigator, IPEDS unit 139278
  3. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025