Is There an HVAC School in Decatur?
- East Central Community College in Decatur, in town away, offers Heating & Air Conditioning Technology AAS and Heating & Air Conditioning Technology Technical Certificate.
- Jones County Junior College in Ellisville, 58 miles away, offers Heating and Air Conditioning Technology, AAS and Heating and Air Conditioning Technology, Technical Certificate.
- Holmes Community College in Goodman, 60 miles away, offers Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, & Refrigeration Technology AAS and Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, & Refrigeration Technology Advanced Technical Certificate.
- HVAC pay in Mississippi: a median $48,680 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Best HVAC Schools in Decatur for What You Need
HVAC Schools in Decatur and the Surrounding Area
East Central Community College
Offers an associate degree and 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,160 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 14 conferred 2024–25
The only campus on this list inside Decatur.
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls · Ductwork
Jones County Junior College
Offers an associate degree, 2 certificates and one other award in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,806 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 30 conferred 2024–25
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls · Commercial
Holmes Community College
Offers an associate degree and a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,710 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 65 conferred 2024–25
The lowest tuition of the 3 HVAC schools here ($3,710); the most HVAC awards nearby (65 in 2024–25).
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Controls · Ductwork · Commercial
Tuition and HVAC awards: NCES College Navigator. Programs and topics: each school's own HVAC page, reviewed September 2026. Distances are straight-line from Decatur.
East Central Community College and 2 More Programs Within 60 Miles
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Central Community CollegeDecatur | in town | $4,160 | 14 | 36% |
| Jones County Junior CollegeEllisville | 58 miles | $4,806 | 30 | 41% |
| Holmes Community CollegeGoodman | 60 miles | $3,710 | 65 | 39% |
HVAC programs near Decatur, 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 Decatur: When Programs Meet
- Jones County Junior CollegeAwards run from two 4-week ammonia refrigeration classes to two, three or four semesters for the career certificate, technical certificate and associate degree.
- Holmes Community CollegeThe curriculum runs over a first-year fall and spring semester and a second-year summer, with general education added for the associate degree.
HVAC Technician Pay in Mississippi
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Mississippi (2,700 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Decatur
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Decatur Cost?
Holmes Community College charges the least, $3,710 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); Jones County Junior College charges $4,806. Tools and books cost extra (Holmes Community College budgets $2,400 for books and supplies).
How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Decatur?
It depends on the credential. At East Central Community College, the closest program that publishes lengths, Heating & Air Conditioning Technology Technical Certificate runs 45 hours. 3 of the 3 schools near Decatur also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Decatur?
HVAC mechanics and installers in Mississippi earn a median $48,680 a year (BLS, May 2025), 20% below the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $76,240.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Decatur?
Holmes Community College scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 65 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Jones County Junior College ranks second.
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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.