Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) at Miller-Motte College-Arizona Automotive Institute

Miller-Motte's HVAC program delivers solid middle-of-the-pack results for Arizona, landing in the 60th percentile statewide with first-year earnings of $38,043—roughly $2,300 above both the state and national medians. That's meaningful in a trades field where earnings typically correlate closely with skillset quality and local market connections. However, the program can't match the state's top performer, Refrigeration School Inc, which places graduates at $48,145. The debt load of $12,139 is higher than the state median of $9,500, though the 0.32 debt-to-earnings ratio remains manageable for a technical credential.

The earnings trajectory here is modest but stable, with graduates seeing just 5% growth from year one to year four. In HVAC, where experienced technicians often command premium pay through specializations or their own businesses, this limited growth suggests graduates may not be advancing as quickly as the field typically allows. The program serves a predominantly Pell-eligible population (73%), which may explain the slightly elevated debt relative to other Arizona programs.

For families seeking HVAC training in the Phoenix area, this program offers reasonably safe middle ground—you'll likely start earning close to $40,000 with manageable debt, but you're paying somewhat more for slightly better outcomes than the state average. If your child is debt-averse or you're comparing options, Refrigeration School Inc's significantly higher earnings might justify closer examination despite potentially higher costs.