Where Can You Study HVAC in Rhode Island?
- New England Tractor Trailer Training School of Rhode Island (Pawtucket) offers HVACR Technology Diploma.
- New England Institute of Technology (Warwick) offers Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Technology AS.
- 2 of 2 Rhode Island programs name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- Rhode Island HVAC technicians earn a median $67,370 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Compare HVAC Programs in Rhode Island
| School | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| New England Tractor Trailer Training School of Rhode IslandPawtucket | $23,595 program | 117 | |
| New England Institute of TechnologyWarwick | $37,275 | 13 | 60% |
Tuition is the 2024–25 full-time rate (in-district where published) and graduation rate is school-wide (NCES College Navigator). HVAC awards are credentials conferred in HVAC. Blank cells mean no federal figure for that school.
HVAC Programs in Rhode Island Near Pawtucket and Warwick
Lab days are easier to keep up with at a campus you can reach, so start with the city you can commute from. Each program is grouped with the nearest city guide within 45 miles.
HVAC Schools in Rhode Island, School by School
New England Tractor Trailer Training School of Rhode Island
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- HVAC awards offered
- 1 certificates and degrees
- HVAC awards
- 117 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
New England Institute of Technology
Offers an associate degree in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $37,275 all students, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 13 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
Tuition and HVAC awards: NCES College Navigator. Programs and topics: each school's own HVAC page, reviewed September 2026.
Evening HVAC Classes in Rhode Island: 2 Programs
Schedules as each school publishes them. Ask about start dates and evening sections before you apply.
- New England Institute of TechnologyDay technical classes meet at least three hours a day up to five days a week, starting early morning (7:45 a.m.), late morning or mid-afternoon; evening technical classes meet about three nights a week starting at 5:45 p.m. Liberal arts courses are offered days, evenings and Saturdays.
- New England Tractor Trailer Training School of Rhode IslandStudents can attend a morning program (Monday to Thursday, 8:00 am to 2:15 pm, 52 weeks) or an evening program (Monday to Thursday, 5:30 pm to 10:30 pm) or a weekend program (Friday evening plus Saturday and Sunday), which run 60 weeks. Classes start four times a year.
HVAC Technician Salary in Rhode Island
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Rhode Island (1,450 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
HVAC Schools by City in Rhode Island
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HVAC Schools in Rhode Island: FAQ
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Rhode Island?
BLS estimates a median of $67,370 a year for HVAC mechanics and installers in Rhode Island (May 2025), across 1,450 jobs. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,100 and the top 10% more than $104,080.
How Many HVAC Schools Are in Rhode Island?
2 schools have a current HVAC program in Rhode Island, each checked against the school's own program page, and one offers an associate degree. IPEDS counts 1 Rhode Island school that awarded HVAC credentials in 2022–23.
Are There Evening HVAC Classes in Rhode Island?
Yes. 2 HVAC programs in Rhode Island publish evening classes, including New England Institute of Technology and New England Tractor Trailer Training School of Rhode Island.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified in Rhode Island?
New England Institute of Technology and New England Tractor Trailer Training School of Rhode Island name EPA 608 preparation or testing on their HVAC program pages. The certification itself comes from an EPA-approved certifying organization.
Do I Need a License to Work in HVAC?
EPA Section 608 certification is required nationwide for refrigerant work. Some states and localities also require HVAC technicians to be licensed, so check with Rhode Island and your city.
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More on HVAC Training in Rhode Island
Sources
- Official HVAC program pages of the 2 Rhode Island schools above (each profile links to its page), reviewed September 2026.
- U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS completions 2022–23 and College Navigator.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
- U.S. EPA, Section 608 technician certification.