HVAC Technology at ETI School of Skilled Trades

Willowbrook, IL · Private for-profit · Certificate · Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)

a compact campus enrolling 363 students in Willowbrook, IL.

Program Analysis

At $39,169 per year, HVAC Technology graduates from ETI School of Skilled Trades earn slightly above the $36,779 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

AI risk is moderate — 11% task exposure — and the 18% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for HVAC Technology graduates.

The median debt load of $9,500 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

Ranked #107 out of 260 programs, ETI School of Skilled Trades's HVAC Technology offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

The five-year earnings trajectory from $39,169 to $48,180 shows 23% growth, reflecting steady but unremarkable salary progression.

With 15 registered apprenticeships mapped to HVAC Technology, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.

51 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
49
Low End
51
Score
51
High End
Earnings $39,169/yr (6% vs median)
AI-Proof AI-Proof (89% shielded)
Job Market Large (40,100 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$500K
5.3% annual growth
Viable Career Paths
1 of 1
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Median Debt at Graduation
$9,500
2.9 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$48,180
23% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for HVAC Technology graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers $59,810 +8.1% 89%
Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers
$59,810
+8.1% growth 89% AI-proof

HVAC Technology Career Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for HVAC Technology at ETI School of Skilled Trades?
A score of 51/100 puts this program in competitive territory — solid outcomes, though not at the top of the HVAC Technology field.
How AI-proof is a career in HVAC Technology?
Highly resilient. HVAC Technology careers are fundamentally hands-on — they require physical presence and manual skill that AI cannot replicate. ETI School of Skilled Trades graduates retain 1 of 1 viable career paths even under conservative assumptions.
What's the typical debt for HVAC Technology graduates from ETI School of Skilled Trades?
At $9,500 in median debt, HVAC Technology graduates from ETI School of Skilled Trades carry minimal financial burden. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.2x is well below the trade program average.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a HVAC Technology program at ETI School of Skilled Trades?
Yes — 15 registered apprenticeship programs are mapped to HVAC Technology career paths, including Air & Hydronic Balancing Technician. Apprenticeships offer paid on-the-job training as an alternative or complement to a program at ETI School of Skilled Trades.
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