Compare accredited HVAC Technician schools across Missouri below, then review pay, licensing steps, and training paths for the trade.
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Best HVAC Technician Schools in Missouri
How We Rank Schools
Local school lists are ordered by location first, using the distance from the city or state page you are viewing.
Each eligible school also shows a BOC Score, computed from federal IPEDS and College Scorecard data.
LOCAL RANK
Location / proximity to this page
Primary local sort
Graduation rate
30%
Median earnings, 10 years after entry
25%
Average net price (lower is better)
20%
Retention rate
15%
Fully online availability
10%
Schools without enough federal outcome data appear after ranked schools, without a score.
Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.
BOC Score, tuition, graduation rate, and median graduate earnings from
federal IPEDS and U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard data. Earnings
are reported across all programs at the school (all majors), not a single
trade. Distance is measured from the main population center in Missouri.
Schools are ranked by BOC Score, with distance from the main population center in Missouri shown for reference.
The BOC Score is an independent measure of school outcomes (graduation,
earnings, net price, retention) expressed as a 0–100 percentile within
each school's peer group; higher is better and advertising never affects it.
*Online availability refers to coursework; hands-on trade training is
completed in person. Read the full methodology.
Median Graduate Earnings at HVAC Technician Schools in MissouriSource: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard - median earnings of all graduates at each school (not a single program).
Median graduate earnings by school for schools serving Best HVAC Schools in Missouri (2026)
School
Median graduate earnings
Ranken Technical College
$65,096
State Technical College of Missouri
$58,407
American Trade School
$57,813
Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center
$53,022
Jefferson College
$50,937
St Charles Community College
$48,369
HVAC Technician Pay and Job Outlook
Annual Wage by Percentile - Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and InstallersSource: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers annual wage percentiles
Percentile
Annual wage
10th
$40,050
25th
$48,360
50th (median)
$61,010
75th
$77,060
90th
$95,210
Projected employment growth, Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers, 2024-2034Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024-2034
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers employment projection 2024 to 2034
Year
Employment
2024
425,200
2034 projected
459,700
Percent change
+8.1%
Missouri Quick Facts
Metric
Value
Source
State median annual wage
$59,950
BLS OEWS, May 2025
State employment
7,220 workers
BLS OEWS, May 2025
State location quotient
0.93
BLS OEWS, May 2025
State unemployment rate
3.9%
BLS LAUS (2024)
Federal Davis-Bacon prevailing wage
$58.9/hr ($36.51 base + $22.39 fringe)
DOL Wage and Hour Division, 2026
Top Cities for HVAC Training in Missouri
The cities below have the highest concentration of HVAC training programs and population centers within Missouri. Click through for school listings near each:
Choose an accredited training path. Options include trade schools, community colleges, and registered apprenticeships.
Complete classroom instruction in code, safety, and trade theory.
Log on-the-job training hours under a licensed or experienced professional.
Pass any required state or local exam. In Missouri, the relevant credential is the Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics (CareerOneStop, 2025).
Apply for licensure or certification, then maintain it through continuing education as required by the state.
HVAC Licensing in Missouri
The licenses below are reported by CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor) for HVAC-related work in Missouri:
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
License names and requirements are sourced from the CareerOneStop License Finder. Verify current rules with the issuing agency before applying.
Apprenticeship Programs in Missouri
In Missouri, registered apprenticeships are coordinated through the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education - On-the-Job Training & Apprenticeship (CareerOneStop, U.S. Department of Labor). Apprenticeships combine paid on-the-job training with related classroom instruction, typically over 3 to 5 years.
About HVAC Careers in Missouri
HVAC technicians install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.
In Missouri, the BLS reports a median annual wage of $59,950, about 7,220 workers in the occupation, a location quotient of 0.93 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).
Career outlook varies by region and specialization. Refer to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook for national projections and Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics for the latest state and metropolitan area data.
HVAC Technician Wages and Workforce in Missouri
In Missouri, HVAC Technician programs train for an occupation with a median wage of about $59,950 per year, and most earn between $39,180 and $88,760 (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Missouri employs roughly 7,220 workers in this occupation, a workforce concentration of about 0.93 times the national average (BLS OEWS, May 2025).
Trade-relevant schools serving Missouri include State Technical College of Missouri, Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center, and American Trade School. Compare tuition, program length, and graduation outcomes in the table above (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
HVAC Technician Training and Licensing in Missouri
Licensing for HVAC Technician varies by state and locality. Confirm current training, exam, and credential requirements with the appropriate Missouri licensing board before you enroll; many employers also look for recognized industry certifications.
Training paths typically range from certificate programs (6 to 12 months) and associate degrees (about 2 years) to registered apprenticeships (3 to 5 years) that combine paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction (TradeCareerPath program data).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does HVAC technician training in Missouri involve?
HVAC technician training in Missouri is offered through trade school certificate programs (typically 6 to 12 months), community college associate degree programs (about 2 years), and registered apprenticeships that combine paid on-the-job training with related classroom instruction over 3 to 5 years. Coursework generally covers safety, applicable codes and standards, hands-on lab work, and exam preparation for any required credential.
How much do HVAC technicians earn in Missouri?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025), HVAC technicians in Missouri earned a median annual wage of approximately $59,950. Pay varies with experience, certification, and employer; the 10th to 90th percentile range was approximately $39,180 to $88,760 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).
What is the Missouri license or certification process for HVAC technicians?
Licensing for HVAC technicians in Missouri is administered by Division of Career Education. Most candidates complete an approved training program or registered apprenticeship, log the required on-the-job hours, and pass a state exam. Confirm current hour totals, fees, and renewal terms directly with the licensing agency before enrolling. (Source: U.S. Department of Labor CareerOneStop license database.)
About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.
Data sources
Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.
Data
Provider
Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
