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HVAC Schools in Winston-Salem, NC

Forsyth Technical Community College trains HVAC technicians in Winston-Salem, 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 Winston-Salem?

  • Forsyth Technical Community College in Winston-Salem, 3 miles away, offers Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technology Diploma and Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology - Comfort Systems Certificate.
  • Davidson-Davie Community College in Thomasville, 17 miles away, offers Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration, Diploma and Certificate - Emphasis in Heat Pumps.
  • Guilford Technical Community College in Greensboro, 20 miles away, offers Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technology, AAS (A35100) and Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technology Diploma (D35100D1).
  • EPA 608: 1 of these 8 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
  • HVAC pay in North Carolina: a median $57,260 a year (BLS, May 2025).

Best HVAC Schools in Winston-Salem for What You Need

Closest to Winston-SalemForsyth Technical Community College3 miles from the city centerLowest TuitionRockingham Community College$1,966 a year, in-state (2024–25)Most HVAC AwardsRowan-Cabarrus Community College98 HVAC credentials in 2024–25Degree PathGuilford Technical Community CollegeAir Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technology, AAS (A35100)

HVAC Schools in Winston-Salem and the Surrounding Area

Winston-Salem · 3 mi from Winston-SalemPublic, 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

The closest campus to Winston-Salem; evening or weekend classes.

Covers Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning

Thomasville · 17 mi from Winston-SalemPublic, 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

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

Greensboro · 20 mi from Winston-SalemPublic, 2-year

Guilford Technical Community College

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

  • Associate Degree
Tuition / year
$2,320
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
43
conferred 2024–25

A degree option on top of certificates.

Covers Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning

Dobson · 32 mi from Winston-SalemPublic, 2-year

Surry Community College

Offers an associate degree, a diploma and 3 certificates in HVAC

  • Associate Degree
Tuition / year
$2,668
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
19
conferred 2024–25

A degree option on top of certificates.

Covers Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning · Ductwork

Wentworth · 34 mi from Winston-SalemPublic, 2-year

Rockingham Community College

Offers one other award in HVAC

  • Short Course
Tuition / year
$1,966
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
21
conferred 2024–25

The lowest tuition of the 7 HVAC schools here ($1,966).

Covers Electrical · Heating

Salisbury · 34 mi from Winston-SalemPublic, 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 most HVAC awards nearby (98 in 2024–25); a degree option on top of certificates.

Covers Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps · 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 Winston-Salem.

Forsyth Technical Community College and 7 More Programs Within 60 Miles

SchoolDistanceTuition and feesHVAC awardsGraduation rate
Forsyth Technical Community CollegeWinston-Salem3 miles$2,2763034%
Davidson-Davie Community CollegeThomasville17 miles$1,9807746%
Guilford Technical Community CollegeGreensboro20 miles$2,3204331%
Surry Community CollegeDobson32 miles$2,668196%
Rockingham Community CollegeWentworth34 miles$1,9662135%
Rowan-Cabarrus Community CollegeSalisbury34 miles$2,0649835%
Mitchell Community CollegeStatesville42 miles$2,641728%
NASCAR Technical Institute (Universal Technical Institute - Mooresville)Mooresville48 miles57

HVAC programs near Winston-Salem, 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 Winston-Salem: Forsyth Technical Community College Teaches Evenings or Weekends

Also publishing schedules: Mitchell Community College (42 miles). See each profile for times.

Certificate or Associate Degree Near Winston-Salem?

Forsyth Technical Community College, Davidson-Davie Community College and Rockingham Community College offer certificates or diplomas only; Guilford Technical Community College, Surry Community College and Rowan-Cabarrus 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 Winston-Salem

How Much Do HVAC Schools in Winston-Salem Cost?

Rockingham Community College charges the least, $1,966 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); Surry Community College charges $2,668. Tools and books cost extra (Rockingham Community College budgets $1,500 for books and supplies).

How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Winston-Salem?

It depends on the credential. At Forsyth Technical Community College, the closest program that publishes lengths, Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technology Diploma runs one year. 3 of the 8 schools near Winston-Salem also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.

How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Winston-Salem?

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 Winston-Salem?

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 Winston-Salem?

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

Are There Night HVAC Classes Near Winston-Salem?

Yes. Forsyth Technical Community College (3 miles) publishes evening or weekend classes. Each school profile has its full schedule.

HVAC Programs Near Winston-Salem but Farther Out

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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.