Is There an HVAC School in Chester?
- Brightpoint Community College in Chester, 2 miles away, offers Heating and Air Conditioning, Career Studies Certificate.
- Fortis College-Richmond in Richmond, 16 miles away, offers Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Diploma.
- Southside Virginia Community College in South Boston, 44 miles away, offers HVAC Level I Career Studies Certificate and HVAC Level II Career Studies Certificate.
- EPA 608: 6 of these 7 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- HVAC pay in Virginia: a median $59,730 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Best HVAC Schools in Chester for What You Need
HVAC Schools in Chester and the Surrounding Area
Brightpoint Community College
Offers a certificate in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,082 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 23 conferred 2024–25
The closest campus to Chester.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical
Fortis College-Richmond
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $15,688 all students, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 118 conferred 2024–25
The most HVAC awards nearby (118 in 2024–25); evening or weekend classes.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
Southside Virginia Community College
Offers 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,007 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 23 conferred 2024–25
The lowest tuition of the 7 HVAC schools here ($5,007).
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls
Rappahannock Community College
Offers 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,102 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 18 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Heating · Air conditioning · Ductwork
Centura College-Newport News
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $16,637 all students, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 53 conferred 2024–25
Evening or weekend classes.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
Virginia Peninsula Community College
Offers an associate degree, 2 certificates and one other award in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,088 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 14 conferred 2024–25
A degree option on top of certificates.
Covers EPA 608 · Electrical · 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 Chester.
Brightpoint Community College and 6 More Programs Within 60 Miles
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightpoint Community CollegeChester | 2 miles | $5,082 | 23 | 38% |
| Fortis College-RichmondRichmond | 16 miles | $15,688 | 118 | |
| Southside Virginia Community CollegeSouth Boston | 44 miles | $5,007 | 23 | 42% |
| Rappahannock Community CollegeGlenns | 47 miles | $5,102 | 18 | 45% |
| Centura College-Newport NewsNewport News | 53 miles | $16,637 | 53 | 75% |
| Paul D Camp Community CollegeFranklin | 54 miles | $5,012 | 1 | 36% |
| Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeHampton | 59 miles | $5,088 | 14 | 34% |
HVAC programs near Chester, 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 Chester: 2 Schools Teach Evenings or Weekends
- Brightpoint Community CollegeThe certificate is offered at the Chester campus, with some courses offered only in fall or only in spring.
- Fortis College-RichmondStudents can choose a morning section (8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.) or an evening section (6:00-11:00 p.m.), Monday through Thursday; required externship hours may be scheduled outside class sessions.
- Southside Virginia Community CollegeStarting fall 2026, students can take HVAC training for credit at the Southern Virginia Higher Education Center in South Boston, or as a non-credit option.
Also publishing schedules: Rappahannock Community College (47 miles), Centura College-Newport News (53 miles), Paul D Camp Community College (54 miles) and Virginia Peninsula Community College (59 miles). See each profile for times.
Certificate or Associate Degree Near Chester?
Brightpoint Community College, Fortis College-Richmond and Southside Virginia Community College offer certificates or diplomas only; Virginia Peninsula Community College also awards an HVAC associate degree, which adds general education and usually takes about two years full time.
- Brightpoint Community CollegeHeating and Air Conditioning, Career Studies Certificate: 19 credits
- Fortis College-RichmondHeating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Diploma: 960 contact hours; 64 quarter credits; 48 instructional weeks
- Southside Virginia Community CollegeHVAC Level I Career Studies Certificate: 18 credits; HVAC Level II Career Studies Certificate: 17 credits
HVAC Technician Pay in Virginia
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Virginia (14,690 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Chester
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Chester Cost?
Southside Virginia Community College charges the least, $5,007 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); Centura College-Newport News charges $16,637. Tools and books cost extra (Southside Virginia Community College budgets $2,600 for books and supplies).
How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Chester?
It depends on the credential. At Brightpoint Community College, the closest program that publishes lengths, Heating and Air Conditioning, Career Studies Certificate runs 19 credits. 1 of the 7 schools near Chester also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Chester?
HVAC mechanics and installers in Virginia earn a median $59,730 a year (BLS, May 2025), 2% below the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $83,420.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Chester?
Southside Virginia Community College scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 23 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Centura College-Newport News ranks second.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Chester?
Brightpoint Community College, Fortis College-Richmond and Southside Virginia Community College name EPA 608 preparation or testing on their HVAC program pages.
Are There Night HVAC Classes Near Chester?
Yes. Fortis College-Richmond (16 miles) and Centura College-Newport News (53 miles) publish evening or weekend classes. Each school profile has its full schedule.
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Sources
- Official HVAC program pages of the 7 schools above (each profile links to its page), reviewed September 2026.
- U.S. Department of Education, College Navigator (IPEDS).
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.