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Chicago Professional Center
Prospect Heights, Illinois · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 16 Piper Ln. Suite 127, Prospect Heights, IL 60090 · Phone: (847) 215-8203 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Chicago Professional Center is a private for-profit trade school in Prospect Heights, IL offering HVAC programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Federal outcome data on completion rate comparison, median debt, and median earnings is not reported for this campus, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Chicago Professional Center; the school accepts federal financial aid (Title IV), and reported Pell Grant recipient share is 0.0%.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $46,690 | $77,410 | $96,030 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, under 300 hours | 255 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Chicago Professional Center is a private for-profit trade school located in Prospect Heights, Illinois, a large suburb. The campus is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and it participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning students may be eligible for FAFSA-based aid. The school's primary offering is its HVAC program, which accounts for its 255 recorded completers.
Federal data shows this campus enrolls approximately 95 undergraduate students. A campus-specific completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the statewide average completion rate in Illinois is 58.4%; how this campus compares to that average is also not reported. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Reported Pell Grant recipient share is 0.0%, meaning few or no enrolled students received Pell Grants according to the most recent data.
This campus may suit students focused specifically on entering HVAC work through a for-profit, career-focused setting rather than a broader associate-degree path, though program length itself is not reported here. Anyone considering enrollment, especially a career changer weighing cost and time investment, should verify current tuition, schedule, and program length directly with the school by phone or website, and review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Chicago Professional Center offers HVAC training, with 255 recorded program completers. It is a single-program campus focused on this trade.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may apply for FAFSA-based aid. However, the reported share of students receiving Pell Grants is 0.0%.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
A campus-specific completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The Illinois state average completion rate is 58.4%, but the comparison between this campus and that average is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (847) 215-8203 or review the College Scorecard for more detail.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students can check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly via phone or website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Chicago Professional Center is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid eligibility compared with public or non-profit institutions. Students should compare costs and outcomes carefully.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to confirm the schedule for its HVAC program.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and view federal outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?492078).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's single-program HVAC focus in a for-profit, career-training setting may appeal to those seeking targeted trade instruction, though program length and schedule details are not reported here to confirm fit for working adults.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Chicago Professional Center at (847) 215-8203 or through its website, https://www.chicagoprofessionalcenter.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against nearby HVAC programs is not reported for this campus in federal data. Reviewing the College Scorecard for similar schools in the area can help with comparison.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.