Kansas is one of the few states that doesn’t require a state-level HVAC license.
Even so, the information you’ll obtain on this page will prove valuable for your career.
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HVAC Programs in Kansas
Employers and clients look for highly competent HVAC technicians to provide HVAC services.
So if you aspire to succeed in this field, you need to get the appropriate education, training, and field experience.
And enrolling in an HVAC program at an accredited school can help you through this career journey.
Below, you’ll find some of Kansas’s HVAC training centers that you can check out.
15 HVAC Schools in Kansas
| School Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ashworth College | 6625 The Corners Pkwy NW #500, Norcross, GA 30092 |
| Fort Scott Community College | 2108 S. Houston, Fort Scott, KS 66701 |
| HVAC Training | N57 W 13466 Reichert Ave, Menomonee Falls, WI 53007 |
| hvacredu.net (Online Training) | P.O. Box 77, Heron, MT 59844 |
| Johnson County Community College | 12345 College Blvd., Overland Park, KS 66210 |
| Kansas City Area Technical School | 2220 North 59th Street, Kansas City, KS 66104 |
| Kaw Area Technical School | 5724 SW Huntoon, Topeka, KS 66604 |
| Manhattan Area Technical College | 3136 Dickens Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66503 |
| North Central Kansas Technical College | PO Box 507, Beloit, KS 67420 |
| NorthEast Kansas Technical College | 1501 W Riley, Atchison, KS 66002 |
| Salina Area Technical School | 2562 Centennial Road, Salina, KS 67401 |
| Southwest Kansas Technical School | 2215 N Kansas, Liberal, KS 67901 |
| Vatterott College | 8853 East 37th Street North, Wichita, KS 67226 |
| Wichita Area Technical College | 301 S. Grove, Wichita, KS 67211 |
| Wichita Technical Institute | 2051 S. Meridian, Wichita, KS 67213 |
EPA Certification
Even without a state-level license, you will need to get the EPA Section 608 Technician Certification.
It’s a mandatory certification for all technicians working with refrigerants to ensure they can safely handle these harmful chemicals.
Read more about this certification in our guide.
Local-level Licensing
Some of Kansas’s localities will require you to get a local-level license before you can provide HVAC services.
For example, in Wichita, the city will issue you the following licenses if you meet its criteria:
- Journeyman mechanical license
- Master mechanical license
- Trade contractor license
Another thing to note is if you plan to start an HVAC business, you will need a contractor and/or a business license.
So you should check with the local government offices where you’ll be working if they have any licensing requirements.
Potential Salary
HVAC technicians are in high demand in Kansas, with 3,790 employed as of May 2021 per the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Because of this, it resulted in an increase in salaries, making the job market more competitive.
The salary now ranges between $30,000 and $76,000, with an average of $51,270 annually.
Take a look at the salary information of 10 of Kansas’s cities below.
Annual Salary Range:Average Salary of HVAC Techs in Kansas
| City Name | Salary |
|---|---|
| Wichita | $44,999 |
| Overland Park | $45,791 |
| Kansas City | $45,931 |
| Topeka | $43,686 |
| Olathe | $45,666 |
| Lawrence | $44,420 |
| Shawnee | $45,791 |
| Salina | $44,532 |
| Manhattan | $43,219 |
| Hutchinson | $44,532 |
Regional Salary
| Region | Employed | Avg. Annual Salary | Avg. Hourly Pay | Top 10% Annual Salary | Bottom 10% Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence, KS | 150 | $56,450 | $27.14 | $75,220 | $41,550 |
| Manhattan, KS | 180 | $57,200 | $27.50 | $78,200 | $39,230 |
| Topeka, KS | 250 | $60,180 | $28.93 | $80,080 | $39,060 |
| Wichita, KS | 960 | $55,670 | $26.76 | $78,460 | $37,420 |
* Employment conditions in your area may vary.
HVAC Schools by City
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