Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
Undergraduate certificate · Orleans Technical College · Philadelphia, PA
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) at Orleans Technical College earn a median of $37,848 one year after completing the program. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $48,148 four years after graduating (middle half: $30,565–$66,383). Median debt is $7,521, about 20% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) (Undergraduate certificate) at other Pennsylvania schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| YTI Career Institute-York York | $44,157 | $8,404 |
| Pennco Tech-Bristol Bristol | $38,417 | $11,817 |
| New Castle School of Trades New Castle | $37,288 | — |
| All-State Career School Essington | $33,283 | $13,000 |
| Fortis Institute-Scranton Scranton | $30,823 | $8,338 |
| Fortis Institute-Forty Fort Forty Fort | $30,823 | $8,338 |
| All-State Career School-Pittsburgh West Mifflin | $30,110 | $13,000 |
Other programs at Orleans Technical College
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$35,730 - CarpentersUndergraduate certificate
$21,916 - Legal Support ServicesAssociate's degree
$40,302
Frequently asked questions
How much do Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) graduates from Orleans Technical College make?
The median salary is $37,848 one year after graduation and $52,694 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $7,521.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.