Best HVAC Schools in Washington, District of Columbia (2025)

Updated November 21, 2025 | Brad Fishbein Table of Contents

District of Columbia HVAC Technician Salary Snapshot

District of Columbia
District of Columbia Median Pay $83,390 $40.09 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $59,810 $28.75 per hour
Data Year: 2024 Source: BLS OEWS

HVAC technicians Training in Washington, District of Columbia

HVAC techs in District of Columbia enjoy steady demand, competitive salaries, and excellent job stability.

While there are many ways to become a HVAC technician, one of the most effective is enrolling in a top-rated training program. Below we've outlined how to get started, plus a few of the best HVAC schools near Washington.

Affordable Online HVAC Programs Now Accepting Students in Washington, District of Columbia:

HVAC Schools near Washington

#1

George Washington University

Washington, DC 0.7 miles away
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $64,990
  • Out-of-state tuition: $64,990
Contact

Source: IPEDS Scorecard ACCSC

#2

University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus

Washington, DC 0.9 miles away
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact

Source: IPEDS Scorecard ACCSC

#3

Georgetown University

Washington, DC 3 miles away
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $65,081
  • Out-of-state tuition: $65,081
Contact

Source: IPEDS Scorecard ACCSC

#4

The Catholic University of America

Washington, DC 3.4 miles away
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $55,834
  • Out-of-state tuition: $55,834
Contact

Source: IPEDS Scorecard ACCSC

#5

University of the District of Columbia

Washington, DC 3.7 miles away
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,152
  • Out-of-state tuition: $13,004
Contact

Source: IPEDS Scorecard ACCSC

Licensing Steps in District of Columbia

  1. Complete an approved HVAC trade school, community college program, or registered apprenticeship.
  2. Earn EPA 608 certification to handle refrigerants.
  3. Meet state or local mechanical/HVAC licensing requirements and pass any required exams.

Tips for Choosing a School

  • Tour the lab to see refrigeration trainers, heat pumps, and controls.
  • Compare schedules β€” many Washington programs offer evening, weekend, or accelerated tracks.
  • Confirm the program includes EPA 608 exam prep and apprenticeship hour tracking.

District of Columbia HVAC Tech Salary & Job Outlook

Based on BLS occupation: Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers (49-9021)
Data Year: 2024 • District of Columbia

Median Pay (2024) $83,390 $40.09 per hour

Mean Pay (2024)

$83,780 per year $40.28 per hour

Wage Percentiles

10th Percentile $49,400

$23.75 per hour

25th Percentile $76,040

$36.56 per hour

75th Percentile $102,040

$49.06 per hour

90th Percentile $105,480

$50.71 per hour

District of Columbia vs U.S.

Median Wage +39.4%
$83,390

$40.09 per hour

Mean Wage +33.6%
$83,780

$40.28 per hour

Percent difference vs U.S.

Employment Outlook

2024 370

Employment: 370 jobs

Additional Details

Employment per 1,000 Jobs
0.52
Employment RSE
17.5%
Total Employment (BLS sample)
370 jobs

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. www.bls.gov/oes

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