Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician at College of the Desert in Palm Desert, CA
Total Graduates
4
Class of 2024
Annual Tuition & Fees
$1,326
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for College of the Desert programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Gas Heating Certificate (Credit) | 88% | 4% | 4% | — |
| Green HVAC Residential Certificate (Credit) | 88% | 4% | 4% | — |
| Refrigerant Management and EPA-608 Preparation (Non-Credit) | 88% | 4% | 4% | — |
In the Commercial Gas Heating Certificate (Credit) program at College of the Desert, 4% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 88% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Green HVAC Residential Certificate (Credit) program at College of the Desert, 4% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 88% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Refrigerant Management and EPA-608 Preparation (Non-Credit) program at College of the Desert, 4% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 88% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$77,390
10-Year Job Growth
+1.5%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $61,912 | +1.5% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
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| $47,848 | +8.1% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
| |
Non-Destructive Testing Specialists
SOC: 17-3029 | $61,912 | +1.5% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
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Photonics Technicians
SOC: 17-3029 | $61,912 | +1.5% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
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Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$58,043
Peak Salary
$96,738
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (0)
No specific skills data available
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
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