Is There an HVAC School in Pewaukee?
- Waukesha County Technical College in Pewaukee, in town away, offers HVAC/R Technician Technical Diploma.
- Milwaukee Area Technical College in Oak Creek, 16 miles away, offers Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Associate in Applied Science and Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heating Service Technician Technical Diploma.
- Gateway Technical College in Elkhorn, 38 miles away, offers Refrigeration, AC and Heating Service Technician (HVAC-R) Technical Diploma.
- EPA 608: 5 of these 7 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- HVAC pay in Wisconsin: a median $61,710 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Best HVAC Schools in Pewaukee for What You Need
HVAC Schools in Pewaukee and the Surrounding Area
Waukesha County Technical College
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,872 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 22 conferred 2024–25
The only campus on this list inside Pewaukee; evening or weekend classes.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Offers an associate degree and a diploma in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,184 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 31 conferred 2024–25
A degree option on top of certificates.
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps · Controls
Gateway Technical College
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,956 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 35 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
Moraine Park Technical College
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,819 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 8 conferred 2024–25
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls · Commercial
College of Lake County
Offers an associate degree and 6 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,788 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 250 conferred 2024–25
The most HVAC awards nearby (250 in 2024–25); a degree option on top of certificates.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Commercial
Blackhawk Technical College
Offers an associate degree and a diploma in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,267 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 12 conferred 2024–25
The lowest tuition of the 7 HVAC schools here ($4,267); some coursework online; a degree option on top of certificates.
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. Distances are straight-line from Pewaukee.
Waukesha County Technical College and 6 More Programs Within 60 Miles
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waukesha County Technical CollegePewaukee | in town | $4,872 | 22 | 44% |
| Milwaukee Area Technical CollegeOak Creek | 16 miles | $5,184 | 31 | 25% |
| Gateway Technical CollegeElkhorn | 38 miles | $4,956 | 35 | 51% |
| Moraine Park Technical CollegeWest Bend | 50 miles | $4,819 | 8 | 58% |
| College of Lake CountyGrayslake, IL | 51 miles | $4,788 | 250 | 37% |
| Blackhawk Technical CollegeJanesville | 51 miles | $4,267 | 12 | 34% |
| Madison Area Technical CollegeMadison | 55 miles | $4,977 | 8 | 29% |
HVAC programs near Pewaukee, 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 Pewaukee: Waukesha County Technical College Teaches Evenings or Weekends
- Waukesha County Technical CollegeThe diploma is taught on campus in 8-week courses, with daytime and evening options and August or January starts. Entry to core courses runs through a waitlist, currently estimated at 0-1 year.
- Milwaukee Area Technical CollegeBoth programs are offered in person at the Oak Creek Campus, with August and January starts. Part of the Refrigeration 2 course can be completed off campus for co-op credit when an employer and instructor agree.
- Gateway Technical CollegeStudents can start in spring or fall and follow a full-time or part-time curriculum track.
Also publishing schedules: College of Lake County (51 miles), Blackhawk Technical College (51 miles) and Madison Area Technical College (55 miles). See each profile for times.
Certificate or Associate Degree Near Pewaukee?
Waukesha County Technical College, Gateway Technical College and Moraine Park Technical College offer certificates or diplomas only; Milwaukee Area Technical College, College of Lake County and Blackhawk Technical College also award an HVAC associate degree, which adds general education and usually takes about two years full time.
- Waukesha County Technical CollegeHVAC/R Technician Technical Diploma: 28 credits (1 year)
- Milwaukee Area Technical CollegeAir Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Associate in Applied Science: 64 credits (2-year degree); Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heating Service Technician Technical Diploma: 30 credits
- Gateway Technical CollegeRefrigeration, AC and Heating Service Technician (HVAC-R) Technical Diploma: 39 credits
HVAC Technician Pay in Wisconsin
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in Wisconsin (6,630 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Pewaukee
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Pewaukee Cost?
Blackhawk Technical College charges the least, $4,267 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); Milwaukee Area Technical College charges $5,184. Tools and books cost extra (Blackhawk Technical College budgets $1,464 for books and supplies).
How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Pewaukee?
It depends on the credential. At Waukesha County Technical College, the closest program that publishes lengths, HVAC/R Technician Technical Diploma runs 28 credits (1 year). 4 of the 7 schools near Pewaukee also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Pewaukee?
HVAC mechanics and installers in Wisconsin earn a median $61,710 a year (BLS, May 2025), 1% above the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $98,070.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Pewaukee?
College of Lake County scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 250 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Blackhawk Technical College ranks second.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Pewaukee?
Waukesha County Technical College, Gateway Technical College and College of Lake County name EPA 608 preparation or testing on their HVAC program pages.
Are There Night HVAC Classes Near Pewaukee?
Yes. Waukesha County Technical College (in town) publishes 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.
