Mt. Pleasant, PennsylvaniaPublic, 2-Year

Westmoreland County Community College HVAC Program

An associate degree and a diploma, $6,018 a year in tuition and fees, with training in EPA 608 refrigerant certification, refrigeration systems, electrical and wiring.

What Does Westmoreland County Community College Offer HVAC Students?

Westmoreland County Community College in Mt. Pleasant, Pennsylvania offers an associate degree and a diploma in HVAC through its Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) program. Tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $6,018 for a full-time year (in-district). The school awarded 21 HVAC credentials in 2024–25. Best for earning an HVAC degree, not just a certificate.

HVAC Degree and Certificates at Westmoreland County Community College

AwardTypeLength
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, AASAssociate65-67 credits
Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning, DiplomaDiploma31 credits

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

Westmoreland County Community College HVAC Tuition: $6,018 a Year

Tuition and fees
$6,018
in-district, 2024–25
Out of state
$14,424
2024–25
Books and supplies
$1,600
2024–25 estimate
HVAC certificates awarded
11
2024–25
HVAC associate degrees
10
2024–25
Graduation rate
31%
school-wide, Fall 2021 cohort
Students enrolled
3,990
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 Westmoreland County Community College Teaches

Students calculate design loads and size ducts to ACCA Manual J and Manual D standards and study geothermal and solar technology.

  • EPA 608 refrigerant certification
  • Refrigeration systemscommercial refrigeration
  • Electrical and wiring
  • Heating, furnaces and boilershydronics
  • Air conditioning
  • Heat pumps and geothermalsolar/geothermal
  • Controls and building automationdirect digital controls
  • Ductwork, airflow and sheet metal
  • Commercial and industrial systemscommercial refrigeration

Certification Testing at Westmoreland County Community College

Testing. Students can earn EPA refrigerant handling certification by passing the EPA refrigeration exam; both awards include an EPA Refrigerant Exam Preparation course.

Where You'll Train: Advanced Technology Center

  • Advanced Technology Center1001 Technology Drive, Suite 1009, Mt. Pleasant, PA 15666

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

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What HVAC Technicians Earn in Pennsylvania

Across Pennsylvania, the median HVAC technician wage is $62,400 a year, from $45,970 at the 10th percentile to $89,440 at the 90th, with 15,880 HVAC mechanics and installers employed. The national median is $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.

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Westmoreland County Community College HVAC FAQ

Does Westmoreland County Community College Have an HVAC Program?

Yes. Westmoreland County Community College offers an associate degree and a diploma in HVAC at Advanced Technology Center. Training covers EPA 608 refrigerant certification, refrigeration systems, electrical and wiring, heating, furnaces and boilers, air conditioning.

How Much Does HVAC School Cost at Westmoreland County Community College?

Westmoreland County Community College's 2024–25 tuition and fees were $6,018 for a full-time year (in-district) and $14,424 out of state, with books and supplies estimated at $1,600. HVAC students also buy hand tools and meters.

How Long Is the HVAC Program at Westmoreland County Community College?

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, AAS: 65-67 credits. Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Diploma: 31 credits.

Can You Get EPA 608 Certified at Westmoreland County Community College?

EPA 608.

How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Pennsylvania?

The median HVAC technician wage in Pennsylvania is $62,400 a year, and the middle half earn between $50,840 and $74,620 (BLS, May 2025).

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Sources

  1. westmoreland.edu: Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) program page, reviewed September 26, 2026
  2. NCES College Navigator, IPEDS unit 216825
  3. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
  4. EPA Section 608 technician certification requirements