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HVAC Schools in Chillicothe, OH

Tuition at the HVAC schools near Chillicothe runs from $4,393 to $14,935 a year, so where you enroll changes the bill more than how long you study.

By the HVAC Technician Careers editorial teamUpdated September 26, 2026

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What Do HVAC Schools in Chillicothe Cost?

  • Cheapest: Clark State College, $4,393 a year (2024–25). Highest: Fortis College-Columbus, $14,935.
  • Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical Schools in Groveport, 38 miles away, offers HVAC Certificate.
  • Hocking College in Nelsonville, 42 miles away, offers Associate of Technical Study in Construction Management: HVAC.
  • Columbus State Community College in Columbus, 43 miles away, offers Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning Technology AAS and Controls Certificate.
  • EPA 608: 4 of these 6 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
  • HVAC pay in Ohio: a median $62,510 a year (BLS, May 2025).

HVAC School Tuition Near Chillicothe, Lowest First

SchoolDistanceTuition and feesHVAC awardsGraduation rate
Clark State CollegeSpringfield58 miles$4,3933122%
Columbus State Community CollegeColumbus43 miles$5,4881528%
Hocking CollegeNelsonville42 miles$5,540137%
Fortis College-ColumbusWesterville52 miles$14,93552
Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical SchoolsGroveport38 miles21
Buckeye Hills Career CenterRio Grande45 miles5

HVAC programs near Chillicothe, sorted by tuition. Tuition: 2024–25 full-time rate. Awards: HVAC credentials conferred (NCES College Navigator). Graduation rate is school-wide. Blank cells have no federal figure.

Best HVAC Schools in Chillicothe for What You Need

Closest to ChillicotheEastland-Fairfield Career and Technical Schools38 miles from the city centerLowest TuitionClark State College$4,393 a year, in-state (2024–25)Most HVAC AwardsFortis College-Columbus52 HVAC credentials in 2024–25Degree PathHocking CollegeAssociate of Technical Study in Construction Management: HVACWorking AdultsBuckeye Hills Career CenterEvening or weekend classes published

HVAC Schools in Chillicothe: Clark State College and 5 Others

Springfield · 58 mi from ChillicothePublic, 4-year

Clark State College

Offers an associate degree and 3 certificates in HVAC

  • EPA 608 Prep
  • Associate Degree
Tuition / year
$4,393
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
31
conferred 2024–25

The lowest tuition of the 4 HVAC schools here ($4,393); a degree option on top of certificates.

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

Columbus · 43 mi from ChillicothePublic, 2-year

Columbus State Community College

Offers an associate degree and 5 certificates in HVAC

  • Associate Degree
Tuition / year
$5,488
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
15
conferred 2024–25

A degree option on top of certificates.

Covers Heating · Controls · Commercial

Westerville · 52 mi from ChillicothePrivate for-profit, 2-year

Fortis College-Columbus

Offers a diploma in HVAC

  • EPA 608 Prep
Tuition / year
$14,935
all students, 2024–25
HVAC awards
52
conferred 2024–25

The most HVAC awards nearby (52 in 2024–25).

Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning · Ductwork

Groveport · 38 mi from ChillicothePublic, under 2-year

Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical Schools

Offers a certificate in HVAC

  • EPA 608 Prep
  • NATE Prep
HVAC awards offered
1
certificates and degrees
HVAC awards
21
conferred 2024–25

The closest campus to Chillicothe.

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

Rio Grande · 45 mi from ChillicothePublic, under 2-year

Buckeye Hills Career Center

Offers a certificate in HVAC

  • Weekend Classes
  • EPA 608 Prep
HVAC awards offered
1
certificates and degrees
HVAC awards
5
conferred 2024–25

Evening or weekend classes.

Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls

Nelsonville · 42 mi from ChillicothePublic, 2-year

Hocking College

Offers an associate degree in HVAC

  • Associate Degree
Tuition / year
$5,540
in-state, 2024–25
HVAC awards
1
conferred 2024–25

A degree option on top of certificates.

Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · 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 Chillicothe.

Certificate or Associate Degree Near Chillicothe?

Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical Schools, Buckeye Hills Career Center and Fortis College-Columbus offer certificates or diplomas only; Hocking College, Columbus State Community College and Clark State College also award an HVAC associate degree, which adds general education and usually takes about two years full time.

HVAC Classes in Chillicothe: Buckeye Hills Career Center Teaches Evenings or Weekends

  • Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical SchoolsThe full-time day program meets Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., with a session starting fall 2026.
  • Buckeye Hills Career CenterThe program runs August through May, Monday through Thursday, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., with some Saturday meetings.
  • Clark State CollegeThe published course sequence runs five semesters, including a summer term, for full-time students; part-time students typically need additional semesters.

HVAC Technician Pay in Ohio

Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Ohio (14,150 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.

Questions About HVAC Schools in Chillicothe

How Much Do HVAC Schools in Chillicothe Cost?

Clark State College charges the least, $4,393 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); Fortis College-Columbus charges $14,935. Tools and books cost extra (Clark State College budgets $1,800 for books and supplies).

How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Chillicothe?

It depends on the credential. At Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical Schools, the closest program that publishes lengths, HVAC Certificate runs 900 clock hours. 3 of the 6 schools near Chillicothe also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.

How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Chillicothe?

HVAC mechanics and installers in Ohio earn a median $62,510 a year (BLS, May 2025), 2% above the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $98,310.

What Is the Best HVAC School Near Chillicothe?

Clark State College scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 31 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Columbus State Community College ranks second.

Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Chillicothe?

Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical Schools, Buckeye Hills Career Center and Fortis College-Columbus name EPA 608 preparation or testing on their HVAC program pages.

Are There Night HVAC Classes Near Chillicothe?

Yes. Buckeye Hills Career Center (45 miles) publishes evening or weekend classes. Each school profile has its full schedule.

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How Much Does HVAC School Cost in Ohio?

Ohio HVAC training costs $4,680 to $10,716 at adult career centers, $3,675 to $5,870 a year at colleges, and $11,534 to $16,699 a year at private schools.

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Sources

  1. Official HVAC program pages of the 6 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.