Pewaukee, WisconsinPublic, 2-Year

Waukesha County Technical College HVAC Program

A diploma, $4,872 a year in tuition and fees, with training in EPA 608 refrigerant certification, refrigeration systems, heating, furnaces and boilers.

What Does Waukesha County Technical College Offer HVAC Students?

Waukesha County Technical College in Pewaukee, Wisconsin offers a diploma in HVAC through its HVAC/R Technician program. Tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $4,872 for a full-time year (in-state). The school awarded 22 HVAC credentials in 2024–25. It runs evening classes. Best for working adults who need evening classes.

Class Schedule and Certification Testing at Waukesha County Technical College

Schedule. The 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.

Testing. Students have the opportunity to earn the EPA 608 refrigeration certificate during the program.

Waukesha County Technical College HVAC Tuition: $4,872 a Year

Tuition and fees
$4,872
in-state, 2024–25
Out of state
$7,115
2024–25
Books and supplies
$1,464
2024–25 estimate
HVAC certificates awarded
22
2024–25
Graduation rate
44%
school-wide, Fall 2021 cohort
Students enrolled
8,367
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.

HVAC Programs at Waukesha County Technical College

AwardTypeLength
HVAC/R Technician Technical DiplomaDiploma28 credits (1 year)

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

What You'll Learn in Waukesha County Technical College's HVAC Program

About two-thirds of the program is hands-on lab work and one-third classroom learning.

  • EPA 608 refrigerant certification
  • Refrigeration systems
  • Heating, furnaces and boilers
  • Air conditioning

Where You'll Train: Pewaukee Campus

  • Pewaukee Campus800 Main Street, Pewaukee, WI 53072

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

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What HVAC Technicians Earn in Wisconsin

Across Wisconsin, the median HVAC technician wage is $61,710 a year, from $45,930 at the 10th percentile to $98,070 at the 90th, with 6,630 HVAC mechanics and installers employed. The national median is $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.

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Waukesha County Technical College HVAC FAQ

Does Waukesha County Technical College Have an HVAC Program?

Yes. Waukesha County Technical College offers a diploma in HVAC at Pewaukee Campus. Training covers EPA 608 refrigerant certification, refrigeration systems, heating, furnaces and boilers, air conditioning.

How Much Does HVAC School Cost at Waukesha County Technical College?

Waukesha County Technical College's 2024–25 tuition and fees were $4,872 for a full-time year (in-state) and $7,115 out of state, with books and supplies estimated at $1,464. HVAC students also buy hand tools and meters.

How Long Is the HVAC Program at Waukesha County Technical College?

HVAC/R Technician Technical Diploma: 28 credits (1 year).

Does Waukesha County Technical College Offer Night or Weekend HVAC Classes?

The 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.

Can You Get EPA 608 Certified at Waukesha County Technical College?

Students have the opportunity to earn the EPA 608 refrigeration certificate during the program.

How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Wisconsin?

The median HVAC technician wage in Wisconsin is $61,710 a year, and the middle half earn between $50,840 and $79,100 (BLS, May 2025).

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Sources

  1. wctc.edu: HVAC/R Technician program page, reviewed September 26, 2026
  2. NCES College Navigator, IPEDS unit 240125
  3. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
  4. EPA Section 608 technician certification requirements