Is There an HVAC School in Auburn Hills?
- Oakland Community College in Auburn Hills, 2 miles away, offers HVACR Systems Technology Associate in Applied Science and Heating Certificate.
- Northwestern Technological Institute in Southfield, 14 miles away, offers HVAC Program.
- Macomb Community College in Warren, 18 miles away, offers Climate Control Technology, AAS and Climate Control Technology, Certificate.
- EPA 608: 4 of these 8 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- HVAC pay in Michigan: a median $60,850 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Best HVAC Schools in Auburn Hills for What You Need
HVAC Schools in Auburn Hills and the Surrounding Area
Oakland Community College
Offers an associate degree and 3 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,020 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 8 conferred 2024–25
The closest campus to Auburn Hills; the lowest tuition of the 7 HVAC schools here ($3,020); a degree option on top of certificates.
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning
Northwestern Technological Institute
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 469 conferred 2024–25
The most HVAC awards nearby (469 in 2024–25); evening or weekend classes.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
Macomb Community College
Offers an associate degree and 5 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,660 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 23 conferred 2024–25
A degree option on top of certificates.
Covers Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls · Ductwork · Commercial
Dorsey College-Roseville
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $16,990 all students, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 33 conferred 2024–25
Some coursework online.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Ductwork
Henry Ford College
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,568 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 2 conferred 2024–25
Evening or weekend classes.
Covers Refrigeration · Air conditioning
Tuition and HVAC awards: NCES College Navigator. Programs and topics: each school's own HVAC page, reviewed September 2026. Distances are straight-line from Auburn Hills.
Oakland Community College and 7 More Programs Within 60 Miles
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland Community CollegeAuburn Hills | 2 miles | $3,020 | 8 | 21% |
| Northwestern Technological InstituteSouthfield | 14 miles | 469 | ||
| Macomb Community CollegeWarren | 18 miles | $3,660 | 23 | 18% |
| Dorsey College-RosevilleRoseville | 20 miles | $16,990 | 33 | 35% |
| Henry Ford CollegeDearborn | 24 miles | $3,568 | 2 | 17% |
| Wayne County Community College DistrictDetroit | 26 miles | $3,112 | 15 | 22% |
| Dorsey College-WayneWayne | 28 miles | $16,990 | 31 | 50% |
| MIAT College of Technology (now Universal Technical Institute - Canton)Canton | 29 miles | $17,943 | 137 |
HVAC programs near Auburn Hills, 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 Auburn Hills: 2 Schools Teach Evenings or Weekends
- Oakland Community CollegeCertificates can be completed by part-time students in four semesters; internships and apprenticeships are available.
- Northwestern Technological InstituteThe program runs 10 and a half months; each course lasts five weeks, and evening classes are offered for working adults.
- Dorsey College-RosevilleThe certificate is hybrid, with some course content delivered online, and ends with a six-week, 180-hour externship.
Also publishing schedules: Henry Ford College (24 miles) and Dorsey College-Wayne (28 miles). See each profile for times.
Certificate or Associate Degree Near Auburn Hills?
Northwestern Technological Institute, Dorsey College-Roseville and Henry Ford College offer certificates or diplomas only; Oakland Community College, Macomb Community College and Wayne County Community College District also award an HVAC associate degree, which adds general education and usually takes about two years full time.
- Oakland Community CollegeHVACR Systems Technology Associate in Applied Science: 64 credits (five semesters full-time); Heating Certificate: 28 credits; Air Conditioning Certificate: 31 credits
- Macomb Community CollegeClimate Control Technology, AAS: 62 credit hours; Climate Control Technology, Certificate: 42 credit hours; HVAC Installation & Service Technician: 33 credit hours
- Dorsey College-RosevilleHVAC Systems Technician Certificate: 36 quarter credits; 36 weeks of contact time over about 9 months
HVAC Technician Pay in Michigan
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Michigan (12,590 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Auburn Hills
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Auburn Hills Cost?
Oakland Community College charges the least, $3,020 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-district); MIAT College of Technology (now Universal Technical Institute - Canton) charges $17,943. Tools and books cost extra (Oakland Community College budgets $1,940 for books and supplies).
How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Auburn Hills?
It depends on the credential. At Oakland Community College, the closest program that publishes lengths, HVACR Systems Technology Associate in Applied Science runs 64 credits (five semesters full-time). 3 of the 8 schools near Auburn Hills also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Auburn Hills?
HVAC mechanics and installers in Michigan earn a median $60,850 a year (BLS, May 2025), close to the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $95,290.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Auburn Hills?
Wayne County Community College District scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 15 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Northwestern Technological Institute ranks second.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Auburn Hills?
Northwestern Technological Institute, Dorsey College-Roseville and Dorsey College-Wayne name EPA 608 preparation or testing on their HVAC program pages.
Are There Night HVAC Classes Near Auburn Hills?
Yes. Northwestern Technological Institute (14 miles) and Henry Ford College (24 miles) publish evening or weekend classes. Each school profile has its full schedule.
HVAC Programs Near Auburn Hills but Farther Out
- Mott Community College, Flint32 miles
- Washtenaw Community College, Ann Arbor36 miles
- Dorsey College-Woodhaven, Woodhaven37 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.
