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HVAC Schools in Salisbury, NC

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College trains HVAC technicians in Salisbury, 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 Salisbury?

Best HVAC Schools in Salisbury for What You Need

Closest to SalisburyRowan-Cabarrus Community College2 miles from the city centerLowest TuitionDavidson-Davie Community College$1,980 a year, in-state (2024–25)Degree PathCentral Piedmont Community CollegeAir Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technology Associate in Applied ScienceWorking AdultsForsyth Technical Community CollegeEvening or weekend classes published

HVAC Schools in Salisbury and the Surrounding Area

Salisbury · 2 mi from SalisburyPublic, 2-year

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College

Offers an associate degree, a diploma and 7 certificates in HVAC

  • Associate Degree
Tuition / year
$2,064
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
98
conferred 2024–25

The closest campus to Salisbury; the most HVAC awards nearby (98 in 2024–25); a degree option on top of certificates.

Covers Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps · Commercial

Thomasville · 22 mi from SalisburyPublic, 2-year

Davidson-Davie Community College

Offers a diploma and 3 certificates in HVAC

  • Diploma Program
Tuition / year
$1,980
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
77
conferred 2024–25

The lowest tuition of the 7 HVAC schools here ($1,980).

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

Statesville · 24 mi from SalisburyPublic, 2-year

Mitchell Community College

Offers a diploma in HVAC

  • Hybrid or Online Options
Tuition / year
$2,641
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
7
conferred 2024–25

Some coursework online.

Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning

Albemarle · 27 mi from SalisburyPublic, 2-year

Stanly Community College

Offers a diploma and 2 certificates in HVAC

  • Diploma Program
Tuition / year
$2,672
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
32
conferred 2024–25

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

Winston-Salem · 30 mi from SalisburyPublic, 2-year

Forsyth Technical Community College

Offers a diploma and a certificate in HVAC

  • Evening Classes
Tuition / year
$2,276
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
30
conferred 2024–25

Evening or weekend classes.

Covers Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning

Charlotte · 36 mi from SalisburyPublic, 2-year

Central Piedmont Community College

Offers an associate degree in HVAC

  • Associate Degree
Tuition / year
$2,792
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
3
conferred 2024–25

A degree option on top of certificates.

Covers Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls · Ductwork

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

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College and 7 More Programs Within 60 Miles

SchoolDistanceTuition and feesHVAC awardsGraduation rate
Rowan-Cabarrus Community CollegeSalisbury2 miles$2,0649835%
NASCAR Technical Institute (Universal Technical Institute - Mooresville)Mooresville21 miles57
Davidson-Davie Community CollegeThomasville22 miles$1,9807746%
Mitchell Community CollegeStatesville24 miles$2,641728%
Stanly Community CollegeAlbemarle27 miles$2,6723248%
Forsyth Technical Community CollegeWinston-Salem30 miles$2,2763034%
Central Piedmont Community CollegeCharlotte36 miles$2,792331%
Guilford Technical Community CollegeGreensboro39 miles$2,3204331%

HVAC programs near Salisbury, 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 Salisbury: Forsyth Technical Community College Teaches Evenings or Weekends

  • Davidson-Davie Community CollegeStudents can start in fall, spring or summer.
  • Mitchell Community CollegeSome HVAC courses are delivered up to 50% online with required Microsoft Teams meetings. Short-term HVAC training, including refrigerant certification exam preparation, is also offered.
  • Stanly Community CollegeThe diploma is also offered on a part-time pathway; continuing education HVAC technician and refrigerant certification courses are offered separately.

Also publishing schedules: Forsyth Technical Community College (30 miles). See each profile for times.

Certificate or Associate Degree Near Salisbury?

NASCAR Technical Institute (Universal Technical Institute - Mooresville), Davidson-Davie Community College and Mitchell Community College offer certificates or diplomas only; Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, Central Piedmont Community College and Guilford Technical Community College also award an HVAC associate degree, which adds general education and usually takes about two years full time.

HVAC Technician Pay in North Carolina

Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in North Carolina (15,230 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.

Questions About HVAC Schools in Salisbury

How Much Do HVAC Schools in Salisbury Cost?

Davidson-Davie Community College charges the least, $1,980 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); Central Piedmont Community College charges $2,792. Tools and books cost extra (Davidson-Davie Community College budgets $1,414 for books and supplies).

How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Salisbury?

It depends on the credential. At NASCAR Technical Institute (Universal Technical Institute - Mooresville), the closest program that publishes lengths, HVACR Technician runs 9-10 months (UTI program-wide). 3 of the 8 schools near Salisbury also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.

How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Salisbury?

HVAC mechanics and installers in North Carolina earn a median $57,260 a year (BLS, May 2025), 6% below the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $77,160.

What Is the Best HVAC School Near Salisbury?

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 98 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Davidson-Davie Community College ranks second.

Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Salisbury?

NASCAR Technical Institute (Universal Technical Institute - Mooresville) names EPA 608 preparation or testing on its HVAC program page.

Are There Night HVAC Classes Near Salisbury?

Yes. Forsyth Technical Community College (30 miles) publishes 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.