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FINANCIAL AID RATE

80%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

22:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

54

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$4,255

Average 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 Trinity Valley 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 Texas colleges that offer heating and air conditioning (HVAC) training.

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Trinity Valley Community College (TVCC)

2200 Hickory, Abilene, TX

Trinity Valley Community College is located in the small Texas town of Athens, and is perfect for students who want to pursue higher education goals, but without the typical big city surroundings.

This vocational institution serves as host to a staggering 7700 strong student body. This is not so surprising, considering its incredibly affordable in-state annual tuition rates of only $900 a year.

However, out of state students will find the costs of tuition quite a bit more costly, priced at nearly $3200 per school year. This is worth noting because of TVCC’s location, which is a bit off the beaten trail and deep in the heart of Texas.  Trinity Valley Community College does offer room and board options for students, which sets the college apart from many other community colleges.

Academic options available to students at TVCC include a diverse range of majors, including applied horticulture, business administration and management, computer and information services, drafting and design technology, auto body and collision technology, legal administrative assistant, and much, much more.

The diverse range of higher education needs, for this rural community college's thousands of enrolled students are handled by an experienced teaching staff of over 400 faculty members.

For those students who desire more stringent physical activity than long and leisurely walks through the country, Trinity Valley offers a suite of team sports for students sports enthusiasts, including football, softball, volleyball, and even a men's basketball team known for regularly making it to, and often winning, nationals.

For more information on TVCC, check out their official website, located here.

Students Enrolled in the Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. TVCC has offered the following program levels for students:

  • Less Than One Year Certificate
  • Less Than Two-Year Award
  • Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Less Than One Year Certificate13
Less Than Two-Year Award41
Associate's Degree4

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male57
Female1

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
American Indian1
Asian1
Black10
Hispanic15
White25
Multiple Races3
Unknown3

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

Upon completion of the Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) program at TVCC, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

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

Salary & Wages

  • Abilene, TX
    • Total Employment: 60
    • Average Hourly Rate: $20.07
    • Average Annual Salary: $41740

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may give an overview of the applicants Trinity Valley Community College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, Trinity Valley Community College may offer student services including:

  • Online classes
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Student employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

Trinity Valley Community College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports being in the NJCAA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Basketball
  • Football
  • Softball
  • Volleyball
  • Other Sports