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Northwest HVAC/R Training Center
Spokane, Washington · Private non-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 204 E. Nora Ave, Spokane, WA 99207 · Phone: (509) 747-8810 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Northwest HVAC/R Training Center is a private non-profit trade school in Spokane, WA offering HVAC schools programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Northwest HVAC/R Training Center has a 90.9% completion rate versus a 66.1% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $60,551 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Northwest HVAC/R Training Center is $21,800, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 44.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $48,810 | $75,660 | $93,970 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Washington (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, 1–2 years | 28 | $36,863 | not reported | $9,500 |
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
Northwest HVAC/R Training Center is a private non-profit trade school located in Spokane, Washington. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their education. The campus focuses on a single program family — HVAC schools — with 28 completers reported in federal data, out of an undergraduate enrollment of about 50 students.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 90.9%, which is above the Washington state average of 66.1%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entry were $60,551. The annual cost of attendance is reported at $21,800, and 44.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students attend this campus.
This campus is built around a single trade path — HVAC/R — rather than a broad menu of programs, which may suit someone who already knows they want to enter heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration work rather than explore multiple fields. Specific program lengths and schedule formats are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants weighing a career change should contact the school directly to confirm scheduling and course length. To verify accreditation status and outcome figures independently, prospective students can check the Council on Occupational Education's records and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers HVAC schools programs, with 28 program completers reported in federal data. It is the only program family reported for this location.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Northwest HVAC/R Training Center is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, with a status of Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants. About 44.9% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 90.9%, which is above the Washington state average of 66.1%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $60,551, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $21,800.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private non-profit school. Non-profit status can affect institutional priorities and how surplus revenue is used, though federal aid eligibility depends on Title IV participation rather than control type alone.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (509) 747-8810 or visit https://www.inwhvac.org/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and check outcome data directly on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?434362.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's single-program focus on HVAC training and its Title IV eligibility may suit someone set on a career change into HVAC work, but specific scheduling and format details are not reported here, so contacting the school is recommended.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (509) 747-8810 for details specific to HVAC/R credentialing.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Northwest HVAC/R Training Center at (509) 747-8810 or through its website, https://www.inwhvac.org/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby HVAC programs is not included in this listing; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?434362 to compare schools directly.
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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.