HVAC Technology at Springfield Technical Community College

Springfield, MA · Public · Certificate · Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)

a compact campus enrolling 3,965 students in Springfield, MA.

Program Analysis

Springfield Technical Community College's HVAC Technology program produces graduates earning $31,369/yr — within striking distance of the $36,779 national average for this trade.

With a 59.5x return on tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 0% spread between best and worst-case AI scenarios signals strong resilience. Most careers in HVAC Technology involve physical, hands-on work that current AI cannot replicate.

A #69 ranking among 260 HVAC Technology programs places Springfield Technical Community College in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The 15 apprenticeship pathways connected to HVAC Technology reflect strong industry infrastructure for this trade. Apprenticeships typically lead to journeyman-level wages.

53 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
52
Low End
53
Score
53
High End
Earnings $31,369/yr (-15% vs median)
AI-Proof AI-Proof (89% shielded)
Job Market Large (40,100 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$328K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
59.5x
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 (In-State)
$5,520
Out-of-state: $10,728

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

From day-one roles to senior positions, HVAC Technology careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering skilled trades.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Springfield Technical Community College's HVAC Technology program score?
At 53/100, Springfield Technical Community College's HVAC Technology program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.
How safe is HVAC Technology from automation?
Highly resilient. HVAC Technology careers are fundamentally hands-on — they require physical presence and manual skill that AI cannot replicate. Springfield Technical Community College graduates retain 1 of 1 viable career paths even under conservative assumptions.
Can I learn HVAC Technology through an apprenticeship instead of Springfield Technical Community College?
There are 15 registered apprenticeships connected to HVAC Technology occupations, such as Air & Hydronic Balancing Technician and Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic (Existing Title: Heating & Air-Conditioner Install/Ser). The earn-while-you-learn model means no tuition debt and immediate income, though the training period is typically longer.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →