About
Bates Technical College’s HVAC and Refrigeration Technician program is offered in Tacoma, Washington. It trains students to install, maintain, and repair residential and commercial heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems, leading to an Associate of Applied Science degree or a Certificate of Competency. The program runs for six quarters and is primarily face-to-face, with some online, hybrid, and web-enhanced courses. Credentials include OSHA 30, Universal refrigerant certification, and a state electrical trainee license with hours toward O6A certification through the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries. Admission requirements are not specified in the published program information.
At a glance
- Format: HYBRID
- Next start: Enrollment point: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
- Leads to: OSHA 30, Universal refrigerant certification, and a state electrical trainee license with up to 1,127 hours toward O6A certification through the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries
- Financial aid: available (per the school's page)
- Scholarships: available (per the school's page)
Organization
Bates Technical College - Downtown Campus
Bates Technical College is a career-focused institution in Tacoma, Washington, with pathways spanning healthcare, public safety, business, advanced manufacturing, and technology. Dreambound-listed fields include Certified Nursing Assistant, Practical Nurse, Dental Assisting, Phlebotomy, HVAC, and Welding, among others. Its programs combine technical and theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience, and several pathways use workplace-style labs or industry-relevant tools. Advanced Manufacturing covers precision tooling, machining, and CNC equipment, while Health Sciences includes direct and indirect patient-care occupations. Business and Communication supports professional, entrepreneurial, and digital work, and Education and Public Safety includes early childhood education, fire service, and public safety administration. The college also offers Hospitality training through Culinary Arts and STEM programs focused on information technology, robotics, mechatronics, electronics, and engineering. Career pathways are organized around exploration of occupational fields and preparation for entry-level positions.