HVAC Technology at Interactive College of Technology-Newport

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

a compact campus enrolling 73 students in Newport, KY.

Program Analysis

At $41,374 per year, HVAC Technology graduates from Interactive College of Technology-Newport earn slightly above the $36,779 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

The 48.3x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

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 $10,810 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

Ranked #59 out of 260 programs, Interactive College of Technology-Newport's HVAC Technology program lands in the top 5% — a strong signal of graduate success.

The five-year earnings trajectory from $41,374 to $51,032 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.

56 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
54
Low End
56
Score
56
High End
Earnings $41,374/yr (12% vs median)
AI-Proof AI-Proof (89% shielded)
Job Market Large (40,100 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$530K
5.4% annual growth
Earnings Multiple
48.3x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
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.

Program Tuition
$10,970
Median Debt at Graduation
$10,810
3.1 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$51,032
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

What can you do with a HVAC Technology credential from Interactive College of Technology-Newport? Our career guide maps every occupation path with earnings and growth data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for HVAC Technology at Interactive College of Technology-Newport?
At 56/100, Interactive College of Technology-Newport's HVAC Technology program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.
How safe is HVAC Technology from automation?
For Interactive College of Technology-Newport graduates, AI risk is minimal. HVAC Technology rated "AI-Proof" — 89% of the work involves hands-on skills that current AI simply can't perform.
What's the typical debt for HVAC Technology graduates from Interactive College of Technology-Newport?
Median debt of just $10,810 against $41,374/yr in starting salary means graduates can clear their loans in under 3 months. This is one of the more affordable paths in our dataset.
Is Interactive College of Technology-Newport one of the best schools for HVAC Technology?
Among 260 HVAC Technology programs, Interactive College of Technology-Newport's #59 position reflects consistently above-average results across earnings, ROI, and employment probability.
Can I learn HVAC Technology through an apprenticeship instead of Interactive College of Technology-Newport?
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 Interactive College of Technology-Newport.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →