Muscatine, IowaPublic, 2-Year

Eastern Iowa Community College District HVAC Program

A diploma, a certificate and one other award, $4,848 a year in tuition and fees, with training in EPA 608 refrigerant certification, refrigeration systems, electrical and wiring.

What Does Eastern Iowa Community College District Offer HVAC Students?

Eastern Iowa Community College District in Muscatine, Iowa offers a diploma, a certificate and one other award in HVAC through its Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) program. Tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $4,848 for a full-time year (in-state), the lowest of the 11 Iowa schools we list with federal figures. The school awarded 21 HVAC credentials in 2024–25. It runs evening classes. Best for working adults who need evening classes.

Class Schedule and Certification Testing at Eastern Iowa Community College District

Schedule. The credit diploma can be finished in less than a year. A separate non-credit Residential HVAC Installation course meets in person at the Scott campus over about 10 weeks and is aimed at people who need evening training.

Testing. Diploma students earn a 10-hour OSHA certificate and graduate with EPA Section 608 technician certification; the non-credit course prepares students to test for EPA 608.

Eastern Iowa Community College District HVAC Tuition: $4,848 a Year

Tuition and fees
$4,848
in-state, 2024–25
Out of state
$6,456
2024–25
Books and supplies
$2,000
2024–25 estimate
HVAC certificates awarded
21
2024–25
Graduation rate
45%
school-wide, Fall 2021 cohort
Students enrolled
7,426
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.

The Eastern Iowa Community College District HVAC Certificate

AwardTypeLength
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning DiplomaDiploma39 credits
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning CertificateCertificate20 credits
Residential HVAC Installation (non-credit)Other9-10 weeks

As listed on Eastern Iowa Community College District's HVAC program page, reviewed September 26, 2026.

From Residential to Commercial Systems: What Eastern Iowa Community College District Teaches

The college says its HVAC program is the only one in Iowa fully accredited by HVAC Excellence.

  • EPA 608 refrigerant certification
  • Refrigeration systemscommercial refrigeration
  • Electrical and wiring
  • Heating, furnaces and boilers
  • Air conditioning
  • Ductwork, airflow and sheet metal
  • Commercial and industrial systemscommercial refrigeration

2 Campuses Teach HVAC at Eastern Iowa Community College District

  • Scott Community College
  • Muscatine Community College

Check start dates, admission steps and the current course list on Eastern Iowa Community College District's own site.

Visit eicc.edu

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Across Iowa, the median HVAC technician wage is $60,680 a year, from $43,040 at the 10th percentile to $86,280 at the 90th, with 3,840 HVAC mechanics and installers employed. The national median is $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.

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Eastern Iowa Community College District HVAC FAQ

Does Eastern Iowa Community College District Have an HVAC Program?

Yes. Eastern Iowa Community College District offers a diploma, a certificate and one other award in HVAC at Scott Community College, Muscatine Community College. Training covers EPA 608 refrigerant certification, refrigeration systems, electrical and wiring, heating, furnaces and boilers, air conditioning.

How Much Does HVAC School Cost at Eastern Iowa Community College District?

Eastern Iowa Community College District's 2024–25 tuition and fees were $4,848 for a full-time year (in-state) and $6,456 out of state, with books and supplies estimated at $2,000. HVAC students also buy hand tools and meters.

How Long Is the HVAC Program at Eastern Iowa Community College District?

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Diploma: 39 credits. Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Certificate: 20 credits. Residential HVAC Installation (non-credit): 9-10 weeks.

Does Eastern Iowa Community College District Offer Night or Weekend HVAC Classes?

The credit diploma can be finished in less than a year. A separate non-credit Residential HVAC Installation course meets in person at the Scott campus over about 10 weeks and is aimed at people who need evening training.

Can You Get EPA 608 Certified at Eastern Iowa Community College District?

Diploma students earn a 10-hour OSHA certificate and graduate with EPA Section 608 technician certification; the non-credit course prepares students to test for EPA 608.

How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Iowa?

The median HVAC technician wage in Iowa is $60,680 a year, and the middle half earn between $48,540 and $75,950 (BLS, May 2025).

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Sources

  1. eicc.edu: Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) program page, reviewed September 26, 2026
  2. NCES College Navigator, IPEDS unit 153311
  3. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
  4. EPA Section 608 technician certification requirements