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HVAC Schools in Goldsboro, NC

Wayne Community College trains HVAC technicians in Goldsboro, and 7 more HVAC schools sit within 60 miles.

By the HVAC Technician Careers editorial teamUpdated September 26, 2026

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Is There an HVAC School in Goldsboro?

  • Wayne Community College in Goldsboro, 2 miles away, offers Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology Diploma and Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology Comfort Cooling Certificate.
  • Johnston Community College in Smithfield, 22 miles away, offers Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology Degree and Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology Diploma.
  • Wilson Community College in Wilson, 25 miles away, offers A.A.S. in Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology (A35100) and Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology Diploma (D35100).
  • EPA 608: 4 of these 8 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
  • HVAC pay in the Goldsboro, NC metro area: a median $51,540 a year (BLS, May 2025).

Best HVAC Schools in Goldsboro for What You Need

Closest to GoldsboroWayne Community College2 miles from the city centerLowest TuitionWake Technical Community College$2,254 a year, in-state (2024–25)Degree PathJohnston Community CollegeAir Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology DegreeWorking AdultsCoastal Carolina Community CollegeEvening or weekend classes published

HVAC Schools in Goldsboro and the Surrounding Area

Goldsboro · 2 mi from GoldsboroPublic, 2-year

Wayne Community College

Offers a diploma and 3 certificates in HVAC

  • EPA 608 Prep
Tuition / year
$2,566
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
51
conferred 2024–25

The closest campus to Goldsboro.

Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps

Smithfield · 22 mi from GoldsboroPublic, 2-year

Johnston Community College

Offers an associate degree, a diploma and 5 certificates in HVAC

  • Associate Degree
Tuition / year
$2,756
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
65
conferred 2024–25

A degree option on top of certificates.

Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps · Controls

Wilson · 25 mi from GoldsboroPublic, 2-year

Wilson Community College

Offers an associate degree, a diploma and 4 certificates in HVAC

  • EPA 608 Prep
  • Associate Degree
Tuition / year
$2,572
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
3
conferred 2024–25

A degree option on top of certificates.

Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps

Winterville · 34 mi from GoldsboroPublic, 2-year

Pitt Community College

Offers an associate degree, a diploma and a certificate in HVAC

  • Associate Degree
Tuition / year
$2,580
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
36
conferred 2024–25

A degree option on top of certificates.

Covers Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps

Clinton · 35 mi from GoldsboroPublic, 2-year

Sampson Community College

Offers an associate degree, a diploma and a certificate in HVAC

  • EPA 608 Prep
  • Associate Degree
Tuition / year
$2,877
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
19
conferred 2024–25

A degree option on top of certificates.

Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps

Raleigh · 45 mi from GoldsboroPublic, 2-year

Wake Technical Community College

Offers 3 associate degrees, a diploma and 5 certificates in HVAC

  • Most HVAC Awards in NC
  • Evening Classes
Tuition / year
$2,254
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
168
conferred 2024–25

The lowest tuition of the 7 HVAC schools here ($2,254); the most HVAC awards nearby (168 in 2024–25); evening or weekend classes; some coursework online; a degree option on top of certificates.

Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls · Ductwork

Jacksonville · 54 mi from GoldsboroPublic, 2-year

Coastal Carolina Community College

Offers an associate degree, a diploma and 4 certificates in HVAC

  • Evening Classes
  • Associate Degree
Tuition / year
$2,512
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
34
conferred 2024–25

Evening or weekend classes; a degree option on top of certificates.

Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps · Controls

Tuition and HVAC awards: NCES College Navigator. Programs and topics: each school's own HVAC page, reviewed September 2026. Distances are straight-line from Goldsboro.

Wayne Community College and 7 More Programs Within 60 Miles

SchoolDistanceTuition and feesHVAC awardsGraduation rate
Wayne Community CollegeGoldsboro2 miles$2,5665149%
Johnston Community CollegeSmithfield22 miles$2,7566537%
Wilson Community CollegeWilson25 miles$2,572327%
Pitt Community CollegeWinterville34 miles$2,5803635%
Sampson Community CollegeClinton35 miles$2,8771956%
Wake Technical Community CollegeRaleigh45 miles$2,25416833%
Miller-Motte College-RaleighRaleigh47 miles85
Coastal Carolina Community CollegeJacksonville54 miles$2,5123449%

HVAC programs near Goldsboro, 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 Goldsboro: 2 Schools Teach Evenings or Weekends

  • Wake Technical Community CollegeDegrees and the diploma run as in-person/online hybrid programs. A fast-track daytime AAS option meets two days a week so students can work in the trade, and an evening certificate is offered.
  • Miller-Motte College-RaleighThe program is a hybrid of online coursework and on-campus hands-on labs, with rolling start dates every 5 weeks and completion in about 10 months (four terms).
  • Coastal Carolina Community CollegeThe Basic Refrigeration Certificate is offered every year in the evening program; certificates run only as demand warrants.

Certificate or Associate Degree Near Goldsboro?

Wayne Community College and Miller-Motte College-Raleigh offer certificates or diplomas only; Johnston Community College, Wilson Community College and Pitt Community College also award an HVAC associate degree, which adds general education and usually takes about two years full time.

  • Johnston Community CollegeAir Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology Degree: 68 credit hours; Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology Diploma: 37 credit hours; Fundamentals of HVAC Certificate: 16 credit hours
  • Wilson Community CollegeA.A.S. in Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology (A35100): five semesters; Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology Diploma (D35100): three semesters
  • Sampson Community CollegeAir Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology Degree: 67-68 credit hours; Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology Diploma: 37 credit hours; Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology Certificate: 17 credit hours

HVAC Technician Pay Around Goldsboro

Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in the Goldsboro, NC metro area (160 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.

Questions About HVAC Schools in Goldsboro

How Much Do HVAC Schools in Goldsboro Cost?

Wake Technical Community College charges the least, $2,254 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); Sampson Community College charges $2,877. Tools and books cost extra (Wake Technical Community College budgets $1,648 for books and supplies).

How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Goldsboro?

It depends on the credential. At Johnston Community College, the closest program that publishes lengths, Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology Degree runs 68 credit hours. 6 of the 8 schools near Goldsboro also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.

How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Goldsboro?

HVAC mechanics and installers in the Goldsboro, NC metro area earn a median $51,540 a year (BLS, May 2025), 16% below the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $70,970.

What Is the Best HVAC School Near Goldsboro?

Wake Technical Community College scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 168 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Coastal Carolina Community College ranks second.

Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Goldsboro?

Wayne Community College, Wilson Community College and Sampson Community College name EPA 608 preparation or testing on their HVAC program pages.

Are There Night HVAC Classes Near Goldsboro?

Yes. Wake Technical Community College (45 miles) and Coastal Carolina Community College (54 miles) publish evening or weekend classes. Each school profile has its full schedule.

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Sources

  1. Official HVAC program pages of the 8 schools above (each profile links to its page), reviewed September 2026.
  2. U.S. Department of Education, College Navigator (IPEDS).
  3. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.