Is There an HVAC School in Fairfield?
- Kennebec Valley Community College in Fairfield, in town away, offers Plumbing and Heating Technology AAS and Heating Technology Certificate.
- Central Maine Community College in Auburn, 44 miles away, offers Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration AAS and Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Certificate.
- Eastern Maine Community College in Bangor, 45 miles away, offers Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heating AAS and Certificate in Refrigeration.
- EPA 608: 3 of these 3 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- HVAC pay in Maine: a median $63,170 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Best HVAC Schools in Fairfield for What You Need
HVAC Schools in Fairfield and the Surrounding Area
Kennebec Valley Community College
Offers an associate degree and 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,156 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 8 conferred 2024–25
The only campus on this list inside Fairfield.
Covers EPA 608 · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps · Controls
Central Maine Community College
Offers an associate degree and a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,140 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 11 conferred 2024–25
The lowest tuition of the 3 HVAC schools here ($4,140); the most HVAC awards nearby (11 in 2024–25).
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Heat pumps · Commercial
Eastern Maine Community College
Offers an associate degree and a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,156 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 9 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · 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 Fairfield.
Kennebec Valley Community College and 2 More Programs Within 60 Miles
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kennebec Valley Community CollegeFairfield | in town | $4,156 | 8 | 39% |
| Central Maine Community CollegeAuburn | 44 miles | $4,140 | 11 | 30% |
| Eastern Maine Community CollegeBangor | 45 miles | $4,156 | 9 | 32% |
HVAC programs near Fairfield, 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 Fairfield: When Programs Meet
- Kennebec Valley Community CollegeThe associate degree runs four semesters; the Heating Technology certificate covers the degree's third- and fourth-semester heating, heat pump, electrical and gas courses over two semesters.
- Central Maine Community CollegeThe associate degree runs four semesters and the certificate two; the degree's final semester offers a choice between an externship and an International Mechanical Code course.
- Eastern Maine Community CollegeThe associate degree runs four semesters; the refrigeration certificate is made up of the first two semesters of the degree courses.
HVAC Degrees Near Fairfield
- Kennebec Valley Community CollegePlumbing and Heating Technology AAS: 62 credits (four semesters); Heating Technology Certificate: 29 credits (two semesters); Plumbing Certificate: 24 credits (two semesters)
- Central Maine Community CollegeHeating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration AAS: 61-62 credit hours (four semesters); Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Certificate: 30-31 credit hours (two semesters)
- Eastern Maine Community CollegeRefrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heating AAS: 64 credits (four semesters); Certificate in Refrigeration: 34 credits (two semesters)
HVAC Technician Pay in Maine
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Maine (2,250 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Fairfield
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Fairfield Cost?
Central Maine Community College charges the least, $4,140 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); Eastern Maine Community College charges $4,156. Tools and books cost extra (Central Maine Community College budgets $1,400 for books and supplies).
How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Fairfield?
It depends on the credential. At Kennebec Valley Community College, the closest program that publishes lengths, Plumbing and Heating Technology AAS runs 62 credits (four semesters). 3 of the 3 schools near Fairfield also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Fairfield?
HVAC mechanics and installers in Maine earn a median $63,170 a year (BLS, May 2025), 4% above the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $82,090.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Fairfield?
Central Maine Community College scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 11 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Kennebec Valley Community College ranks second.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Fairfield?
Kennebec Valley Community College, Central Maine Community College and Eastern Maine Community College name EPA 608 preparation or testing on their HVAC program pages.
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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.