Milford, NebraskaPublic, 2-Year

Southeast Community College HVAC Program

2 associate degrees and a diploma, $3,690 a year in tuition and fees, with training in refrigeration systems, electrical and wiring, heating, furnaces and boilers.

What Does Southeast Community College Offer HVAC Students?

Southeast Community College in Milford, Nebraska offers 2 associate degrees and a diploma in HVAC through its Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology program. Tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $3,690 for a full-time year (in-state). The school awarded 38 HVAC credentials in 2024–25. Best for earning an HVAC degree, not just a certificate.

HVAC Degree and Certificates at Southeast Community College

AwardTypeLength
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology A.A.S.Associate60 credit hours (4 terms)
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology DiplomaDiploma25 credit hours (2 terms)
Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning A.A.S.Associate60 credit hours (4 terms)

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

Southeast Community College HVAC Tuition: $3,690 a Year

Tuition and fees
$3,690
in-state, 2024–25
Out of state
$4,320
2024–25
Books and supplies
$1,000
2024–25 estimate
HVAC certificates awarded
21
2024–25
HVAC associate degrees
17
2024–25
Graduation rate
38%
school-wide, Fall 2021 cohort
Students enrolled
10,816
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.

From Residential to Commercial Systems: What Southeast Community College Teaches

Students spend about half their time in labs, help plumb a student-built house on campus, and A.A.S. students complete a paid 240-hour cooperative experience.

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

When Southeast Community College HVAC Classes Meet

Schedule. Students can attend full-time or part-time, with a fall start. Seats are limited for each intake and a waitlist is used; fall 2026 applications had closed at review.

Where You'll Train: Milford

  • Milford

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

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What HVAC Technicians Earn in Nebraska

Across Nebraska, the median HVAC technician wage is $59,850 a year, from $43,540 at the 10th percentile to $81,110 at the 90th, with 3,020 HVAC mechanics and installers employed. The national median is $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.

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Southeast Community College HVAC FAQ

Does Southeast Community College Have an HVAC Program?

Yes. Southeast Community College offers 2 associate degrees and a diploma in HVAC at Milford. Training covers refrigeration systems, electrical and wiring, heating, furnaces and boilers, air conditioning, ductwork, airflow and sheet metal.

How Much Does HVAC School Cost at Southeast Community College?

Southeast Community College's 2024–25 tuition and fees were $3,690 for a full-time year (in-state) and $4,320 out of state, with books and supplies estimated at $1,000. HVAC students also buy hand tools and meters.

How Long Is the HVAC Program at Southeast Community College?

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology A.A.S.: 60 credit hours (4 terms). Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Diploma: 25 credit hours (2 terms). Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning A.A.S.: 60 credit hours (4 terms).

Does Southeast Community College Offer Night or Weekend HVAC Classes?

Students can attend full-time or part-time, with a fall start. Seats are limited for each intake and a waitlist is used; fall 2026 applications had closed at review.

How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Nebraska?

The median HVAC technician wage in Nebraska is $59,850 a year, and the middle half earn between $47,760 and $74,160 (BLS, May 2025).

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Sources

  1. southeast.edu: Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology program page, reviewed September 26, 2026
  2. NCES College Navigator, IPEDS unit 181640
  3. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025