Prospective Student FAQ's
How long is the program?
What are the class schedule options?
- Morning: 9a-1p
- Afternoon: 1:30p-5:30p
- Evening: 6p-10p
How do I enroll?
How many programs does Northwestern Tech offer?
What certifications do students receive?
- EPA 609 Auto Air Certification
- Trac Pipe Certification
- R-410a Certification
- EPA 608 Universal Certification
What are the acceptance requirements?
What does HVAC stand for?
Financial Aid FAQ's
What is the cost of the program?
- Tuition and fees: $15,956
- Books and supplies: $0
Living Expenses
- Housing, food, utilities expenses
- Personal Expenses
- Transportation
- Misc.
Total Cost of Attendance includes both expenses.
What kinds of financial aid are accepted?
- Federal Grant
- Student Loans
- TAA Benefits
- Veteran Benefits
- MI Works! grants
Difference between loans and grants?
FAFSA School Code?
Graduate FAQ's
How do I retake a certification test?
Contact Sharon at the front desk by calling 248-358-4006. She is registered proctor and can administer the test M-Th, 9a-7p. There is a nominal fee for retaking a test.
How do I refresh a class?
As a graduate, you are allowed to re-take any class you took while attending, FOR FREE, as long as there is room in the class. This benefit does not expire.
If you want to retake a class contact the Student Services office at 248-415-0326
What are Career Fair's and when are they?
Career Fair's are when we invite 10-20 employers out to meet with our recent graduates – think of it as a job fair just for our graduates and the employers looking to hire them. We do them twice a year (one in the fall and one in the spring) when HVAC companies do most of there hiring.
Employer FAQ's
How do I hire Northwestern Tech graduates?
To discuss hiring Northwestern Tech graduates and request resumes, contact Natalie or Mary in the Graduate Services Department by calling 248-415-0333.
Do you have a job posting board?
No. We prefer to discuss the position with you and hand-pick top candidates for your consideration. You know what you are looking for, and we know the graduates – we feel this relationship based “match-making” is the best way, and we’ve had great success for 35 years doing it this way.
Contact Mary and Natalie in Graduate Services to discuss the position and request some resumes by calling 248-415-0333.
Next Class Starts June 13th
Request Info
If you want to learn more call 248-358-4006 or fill out this quick form. When we receive the form, we will contact you by phone, text and/or email about our HVAC program. Thanks.