10 Best HVAC Schools inMissouri

1American Trade School

About the School

American Trade School offers industry-specific training programs for individuals who want to start a career in a high-demand industry.

The school prepares students for careers in the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Electrical industries.

Courses Offered

The HVAC curriculum includes three sections:

• Introduction to Refrigeration and Electricity- this refrigeration course lasts for 10 weeks and focuses on swaging, brazing, flaring, refrigerants, charging systems, and other related topics
• Air Conditioning- this 10-week term focuses on indoor air comfort, air conditioning controls, and refrigeration cycle
• Heating- a 10-week term that includes theory and hands-on lab projects that helps students understand the operation of gas and electric heating units

The HVAC program can be completed in 14 months.

Day classes take place from 8:30 a.m.to 1 p.m. while night classes meet from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

The Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technician program is recognized by the Air Conditioning Contractors of America, St. Louis Chapter, and by the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship.

Contact Information

• Address: 3925 Industrial Drive, Saint Ann, MO 63074
• Phone: 314-423-1900
• Website: https://www.americantradeschool.edu

2Midwest Technical Institute

About the School

Midwest Technical Institute offers a wide range of trade school programs at its Springfield campus.

The Campus was established in 2012 and is located within a commuting area of the greater Springfield area.

Students learn in a 40,000 square feet campus that includes a 5,000 square feet welding shop and a 2,600 square feet full-service salon.

Scholarships and financial aid programs are available for qualifying students.

Midwest Technical Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Carer Schools and Colleges.

Financial aid is available for qualifying students.

Courses Offered

The Institute’s catalog offers an HVAC/R Technician program that can be completed in 35 weeks and includes 735 clock hours and 182 additional outside clock hours.

Daytime and evening classes are available.

Graduates receive a Diploma.

The program combines real-world classroom experience and lab training.

Students are prepared for entry-level employment in the HVAC industry.

The EPA Section 608 Core Type I and Type II certification exams are a requirement for HVAC certification.

Contact Information

• Address: 3600 S. Glenstone Outer Road, Springfield, MO 65804
• Phone: (417) 227-4950
• Website: https://www.midwesttech.edu

3State Technical College of Missouri

About the School

State Technical College of Missouri offers academic and technical programs focused on helping students for professional success.

The State Tech campus has more than 50 labs, an automotive bay, an aviation hangar, and more than 40 acres of land dedicated to heavy equipment training.

State Technical College of Missouri is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Courses Offered

The school’s catalog includes a Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology program that teaches students how to install, service, and repair all HVAC systems, such as geothermal ground source heat pumps and variable refrigerant volume systems.

The program uses a hands-on approach that teaches students how to work with motors, controls, and wiring and how to diagnose and repair them.

The Associate of Applied Science Degree requires 72 credits structured in classes such as:

• Fundamentals of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
• Electrical Fundamentals
• Sheet Metal Duct Fabrication
• Residential & Commercial Heating and Cooling
• Internship
• Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Motors and Controls
• Commercial Refrigeration Systems

General education classes, such as Human Anatomy and Physiology and Network Fundamentals are also included in the program.

Contact Information

• Address: One Technology Drive, Linn, MO 65051
• Phone: (573) 897-5000
• Website: https://www.statetechmo.edu

4Hillyard Technical Center

About the School

Hillyard Technical Center offers a wide range of training programs that prepare students for a variety of technical careers.

The center offers daytime vocational classes since 1941.

Courses Offered

The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration program available at the Center prepares students for careers at cooling and heating contractors, fuel oil dealers, manufacturing plants, and school systems.

Students learn soldering and brazing, basic electrical, electrical controls, air conditioning theory, assembly and troubleshooting, and a variety of other skills.

Second-year high school students may be allowed to find a job during the fourth quarter of their studies.

Afterward, they have to report to their instructors and turn in a weekly sheet that documents their experience.

Students can take the following exams:

• HVAC Excellence Electrical Employment Ready
• EPA Section 608- the test is available through the ESCO Institute and administered at Hillyard Technical Center
• R410A Safety
• HVAC Excellence Gas H.E.A.T. exam

Contact Information

• Address: 3434 Faraon Street, St. Joseph, MO 64506
• Phone: 816-671-4170
• Website: https://hillyardtech.sjsd.k12.mo.us

5Rolla Technical Institute/Center

About the School

Rolla Technical Institute/Center prepares students for rewarding careers.

Programs are available for high school students and adults.

Those interested can download forms and enrollment information from the school’s website.

Rolla Technical Institute/Center is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education.

Courses Offered

A Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration is offered for high school students grades 11th and 12th and adults.

This program can be completed in two years by high school students and in one year by adults.

The curriculum balances theory and hands-on applications and includes courses in:

• Thermodynamics
• Basic Refrigeration Cycles
• Residential Heating & Cooling
• Light Commercial Refrigeration
• Chilled Water Systems
• Refrigerant Piping
• Duct System Design & Fabrication
• Heat Pump
• Energy Conservation
• And many other related topics

In the lab, students learn how to test, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical and mechanical HVACR systems and components.

During the training period, students are members of the Refrigeration Service Engineers Society- which sets industry standards and provides additional training.

Graduates are eligible for the ESCO Institute EPA Refrigerant Certification exam.

Contact Information

• Address: 1304 E. 10th Street / 500 Forum Drive, Rolla, MO 65401
• Phone: 573-458-0150
• Website: https://rtirtc.rolla31.org

6Pinnacle Career Institute

About the School

Pinnacle Career Institute is a fast-paced trade school that prepares students for successful careers.

Its HVAC technician program is available online and covers diagnostic techniques, the use of testing equipment, as well as the principles of mechanics, electricity, and electronics.

Graduates are ready for entry-level employment as A/C Techs, HVAC Mechanics, HVAC Specialists, HVAC Techs, Service Technicians, and other related positions.

A high school diploma or GED transcript is required for admittance into PCI.

Home-schooled applicants are encouraged to talk with their admissions coordinator about admission requirements.

Scholarships and financial aid are available for qualifying students.

Pinnacle Career Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.

Courses Offered

Students enrolled in the HVAC program learn a variety of skills, including:

• Furnace Installation and Service
• Creation of Distribution Systems
• Testing AC Circuits and Components
• Installing Vent Systems
• Installation and Service of Compressors
• Refrigerant Use and Lubricating Oils

The program can be completed in 40 weeks by full-time students.

The total cost for this Certificate program is $22,800.

The program includes books and fees, Bootcamp, a tool kit, and the EPA Certification exam.

Contact Information

• Address: 11500 N Ambassador Dr. Suite 221, Kansas City, MO 64153
• Phone: (800) 676-7912
• Website: https://www.pcitraining.edu

7Wichita Technical Institute

About the School

Wichita Technical Institute offers a variety of educational programs.

Comprehensive, hands-on training programs are available in hybrid, online, and on-campus options to accommodate students’ needs and schedules.

The Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration program is available in Wichita Main, Joplin, and Tulsa.

The program prepares students for employment in entry-level positions as Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration technicians.

Wichita Technical Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and approved for operation by the Kansas Board of Regents.

Courses Offered

The curriculum offers courses that cover topics such as:

• Electrical Fundamentals
• Refrigeration Fundamentals
• Introduction to Heating Systems
• Heating Systems Installation & Troubleshoot
• Introduction to Air Conditioning
• Building Construction & Building Science Principles
• Introduction to Refrigeration Systems
• Commercial Refrigeration Systems & Research Project
• And more

The program includes 60 quarter credit hours and can be completed in 48 weeks.

The total approximative cost for the HVAC program is $21,689 and includes tuition, books and tools, uniforms, exam fees, tax for books and tools, and graduation fees.

Applicants need a high school diploma or recognized equivalent.

Financial aid is available for qualifying students.

Contact Information

• Address: 2051 South Meridian Avenue (Wichita Main Campus)
• Phone: (316) 943-2241
• Website: https://www.wti.edu

8Lewis & Clark Career Center

About the School

Lewis & Clark Career Center offers 15 programs in eight career-cluster areas of interest.

Applicants are ranked by a rubric score that takes into account GPA, attendance, discipline, a written application, and the results of an OASIS test.

Courses Offered

Lewis & Clark Career Center offers a two-year Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning program that can be completed in two years.

Students receive three units of credit per year.

The course is open for junior students who want to become apprentice or helper assistants to an A/C mechanic who services or installs the equipment.

Students learn about tool selection and use, tubing, piping, brazing, soldering, air conditioning, heating systems, and more.

Training regarding electric circuits, troubleshooting, basic sheet metal, customer relations, and preparation for the EPA exam is also included in the program.

As a prerequisite for admission, students must complete an Algebra class.

Applicants also need good mechanical aptitude and the ability to understand both written and verbal instructions.

Most classes are limited to 16 students, but class sizes vary between 12 and 18 students, depending on the program.

Contact Information

• Address: 2400 Zumbehl Road, St. Charles, MO 63301
• Phone: 636-443-4950
• Website: https://www.stcharlessd.org/lewisandclarkcareercenter

9East Central College

About the School

East Central College offers educational programs that prepare students for a new career in two years or less.

The College provides one-year certificates and two-year degrees.

The programs are designed to equip students with career skills for entry-level employment or advancement at their current job.

Tuition for in-district students is between $115 and $200 per credit hour, depending on the program.

Out-of-district students pay between $161-$300 per credit hour.

Continuing education programs are also available.

East Central College is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Courses Offered

An Associate of Applied Science and a Certificate of Achievement in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration is included in the college’s catalog.

The 60-credit A.A.S. program available at East Central College can be completed in full-time and part-time schedules.

The Certificate of Achievement program includes 33 credit hours.

The HVAC curriculum includes classes such as:

• Refrigeration Recovery/EPA Certificate
• Refrigerant A/C Installation
• Forced Air Heating
• Introduction to Heating and Cooling
• Energy Audit and Green Technology
• Forced Air Heating
• Intermediate Algebra
• And more

Contact Information

• Address: 1964 Prairie Dell Road, Union, MO 63084
• Phone: 636-584-6500
• Website: https://www.eastcentral.edu

10St. Charles Adult & Community Education

About the School

St. Charles Adult & Community Education offers a Heating and Air Conditioning program that teaches students how to test, diagnose, and service residential-sized air conditioning units.

Students learn about automatic and electrical controls for heating and heat pump equipment such as electric heat, gas furnaces, and heat pumps.

The course includes classroom instruction and shop training time.

Tuition is $949.

Additional fees include $50 for a textbook, $100 lab fee, $150 registration fee, and $55 for the EPA test.

Students need safety glasses.

Classes take place from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Courses Offered

The following Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration training programs are also offered by the School District of the City of St. Charles:

• HVAC/R Certified Technician- a 12-month program that includes 330-course hours
• HVAC/R Simulations for Field Technicians- a six-month program that includes 18-course hours
• HVAC/R Technician- a 330-course hours program that can be completed in 12 months
• HVAC/R Controls/Building Automation Systems- a 90-course hour program designed to be completed in six months

Contact Information

• Address: 2400 Zumbehl Road, St. Charles, MO 63301
• Phone: (636) 443-4043
• Website: https://stcharlesae.org