Best colleges for Heating in Wisconsin
Ranked by graduate earnings
Chippewa Valley Technical College, Northwood Technical College and Northeast Wisconsin Technical College award the most Heating degrees and certificates in Wisconsin: 67, 42 and 37 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 12 Wisconsin colleges offer Heating and award 320 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician program prepares students for careers in the mechanical and repair technologies field. This program focuses on the essential skills needed to…
Top 2 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Western Technical College La Crosse Public · Certificate | $52,820 | 31 | 34% | — | — |
| 2 | Chippewa Valley Technical College Eau Claire Public · Certificate | $42,963 | 67 | 50% | — | $5,500 |
Colleges awarding the most Heating degrees in Wisconsin
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chippewa Valley Technical College Eau Claire Public | 67 | $42,963 |
| 2 | Northwood Technical College Rice Lake Public | 42 | Not reported |
| 3 | Northeast Wisconsin Technical College Green Bay Public | 37 | Not reported |
| 4 | Gateway Technical College Kenosha Public | 35 | Not reported |
| 5 | Western Technical College La Crosse Public | 31 | $52,820 |
| 6 | Waukesha County Technical College Pewaukee Public | 22 | Not reported |
| 7 | Mid-State Technical College Wisconsin Rapids Public | 17 | Not reported |
| 8 | Blackhawk Technical College Janesville Public | 12 | Not reported |
| 9 | Lakeshore Technical College Cleveland Public | 10 | Not reported |
| 10 | Moraine Park Technical College Fond du Lac Public | 8 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 2 Wisconsin colleges offering Heating
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Area Technical College | Milwaukee | Public | 31 |
| Madison Area Technical College | Madison | Public | 8 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers (SOC 49-9021).
Top skills
What Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers earn in Wisconsin
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Heating programs in Wisconsin.
Which Wisconsin colleges award the most Heating degrees?+
Chippewa Valley Technical College (67 graduates a year), Northwood Technical College (42 graduates a year) and Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (37 graduates a year) award the most Heating degrees and certificates in Wisconsin, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 12 Wisconsin colleges offer Heating.
Which Heating program in Wisconsin has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Western Technical College tops the list at $52,820. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers earn in Wisconsin?+
The average annual wage for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Wisconsin is $67,410 (median $61,710), across about 6,630 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Heating program?+
The Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician program prepares students for careers in the mechanical and repair technologies field. This program focuses on the essential skills needed to…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop critical thinking, reading comprehension, active listening, monitoring, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers?+
The national job outlook is about +8.1% growth with around 40,100 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Postsecondary nondegree award is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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