Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 240400
- Phone: (662) 846-3000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
95%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
20:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,108Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Training
The heating and air conditioning (HVAC) program at East Central Community College prepares students for careers as building contractors, heating and air conditioning franchises, independent businesses, plumbing supply and hardware shop owners, home improvement wholesalers, and more. The program focuses on applying technical knowledge and skills to repair, install, service, and maintain the operating condition of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Program courses include: diagnostic techniques, the use of testing equipment, refrigeration technology, and principles of mechanics and electricity. Get more details below including other Mississippi colleges that offer heating and air conditioning (HVAC) training.
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East Central Community College
1003 W Sunflower Road, Cleveland, MS
East Central Community College, located in Decatur, Mississippi, serves five counties. Founded in 1928, the school continues to provide quality education to its service area. ECCC provides educational programs to over 2,400 credit students, 1,800 non-credit students and 18,000 participants in workforce training through the Workforce Development Center.
ECCC is also part of the Mississippi Virtual Community College, offering online instruction to students who cannot regularly come to campus or have inflexible schedules.
Academics
East Central Community College offers general education courses designed for transfer to four year Mississippi institution. Career programs are designed to prepare individuals for work immediately upon completion, providing the skills and education necessary to succeed. Workforce development programs and GED courses are available to improve certain skills or provide a start for adult education.
Some programs available:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students wishing to enroll at East Central Community College must complete the online application, pay all associated fees, submit all pertinent transcripts and SAT or COMPASS scores. Each health care program has additional criteria which must be fulfilled prior to admission.
Financial aid begins with the completion and submission of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which determines a student's eligibility. The various scholarships, loans and grants are given based on necessity or merit as determined by the financial aid office and the Student Aid Report (SAR) given after the FAFSA is processed.
Athletics
The ECCC Warriors participate in the NJCAA region 23. The team colors at ECCC are black and gold.
Sports programs available:
- Baseball – Softball
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Golf
- Football
- Tennis
- Cheerleading
Students Enrolled in the Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. East Central Community College has offered the following academic levels for students:
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Less Than Two-Year Award | 2 |
Associate's Degree | 3 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 5 |
Female | 0 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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White | 5 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) program at East Central Community College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Heating and Air Conditioning Mechanics and Installers
Description
Install, service, or repair heating and air conditioning systems in residences or commercial establishments.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, heating and air conditioning mechanics and installers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 13.6% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants East Central Community College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, East Central Community College may provide student services like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Day care for children
Intercollegiate Athletics
East Central Community College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NJCAA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis