Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
Undergraduate certificate · Centura College-Chesapeake · Chesapeake, VA
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 Centura College-Chesapeake earn a median of $29,395 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 $14,730, about 50% of first-year earnings.
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) (Undergraduate certificate) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Western Community College Roanoke | $40,629 | — |
| Advanced Technology Institute Virginia Beach | $38,761 | $15,806 |
| Fortis College-Richmond Richmond | $32,955 | $10,523 |
| Fortis College-Norfolk Norfolk | $32,955 | $10,523 |
| Tidewater Tech-Trades Norfolk | $30,448 | $14,750 |
| Centura College-Newport News Newport News | $29,395 | $14,730 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) graduates from Centura College-Chesapeake make?
The median salary is $29,395 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $14,730.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.