The career
Thinking about becoming a HVAC tech?
One of the strongest growth outlooks in the trades, and the entry credential is a federal exam you can prepare for in weeks.
- Pay
- $61,010
- Source
- median, per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025, with an 11 percent growth outlook
Explore it honestly
Should you become one? The honest decision guide
A working day in HVAC
What techs actually earn
The 608, your first credential
The exam, verified
Free cited practice questions
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