As the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) trade is growing, and College of Western Idaho's (CWI) HVAC Apprenticeship program is your key to starting a rewarding career in a field increasingly in need of trained and licensed technicians, installers, and trouble shooters.

This four-year program will take your skills from the basics to being prepared to take the journeyman test to become a licensed HVAC technician. HVAC Apprenticeship classes are available in a hyflex format offering in-person and virtual class options with 576 hours of classroom training and 8,000 hours of on-the job experience.

Learn from industry experts in the classroom in concert with employment in the HVAC field for on-the-job training while earning a living. Courses will teach refrigeration as applied to air conditioning theory,  electrical theory, motors and basic electrical controls, International Fuel Gas and Mechanical Code, installation methods, and much more.

Prepare yourself to work in the following areas of the HVAC industry:

Residential

Commercial

Industrial

The Certificate Program in HVAC provides a structured approach to learning the in-depth technical principles and applications you need to design new HVAC systems and retrofit existing systems to meet energy-conservation and comfort standards. The curriculum is overseen by an advisory board of industry and education leaders and approved by the University of California, Berkeley, College of Environmental Design, ensuring your education is relevant and up to date. Courses are taught by working professionals with many years of practical experience.

HVACR Technicians maximize the performance of HVACR equipment – heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration. As a graduate from our online HVAC School training program, you will know the procedures and techniques for installing, testing, repairing, and maintaining HVACR systems. Whether you live in a big city, small town or rural area, now is the time to train to start making money in one of the largest, oldest and most secure industries in the nation. New construction of commercial and residential buildings, along with the rising number of complex energy efficient, climate-control systems will increase the need for qualified heating, air conditioning and refrigeration installers and mechanics.

The need for qualified heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) technicians is never going away. Collin College can teach you what it takes to work in the residential HVAC industry installing and servicing gas and electric furnaces and heat pump systems.

You will learn how to work safely and responsibly within Environmental Protection Agency guidelines and standards that apply to the HVAC industry, and identify and use HVAC equipment, components and tools, while understanding their functions within the industry. You will also learn common mechanical, electrical and electronic components such as compressors, switches, thermostats, motors and fans. You will even be able to practice all of the techniques you learn with heat pumps, heating units, a/c units, refrigeration units and more with hands-on instruction in Collin College facilities.

If your program requires a criminal background check, your placement in a required clinical site, cooperative, practicum, internship, and/or licensure/certification opportunity may be impacted. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your program director and check with your licensing/certifying entity, if any, to determine your status.

Students planning to transfer to a college or university should check with the Collin College academic advisors. Also check the degree requirement of the intended transfer college prior to beginning this program to verify course degree applicability.

The HVAC Service Technician program prepares students for entry-level employment in heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC).  The course design provides students with project-based experiences in residential and commercial heating systems.  Technical instruction emphasis is placed on the generation and modification of electricity for HVAC systems, wiring principles, and procedures approved by the National Electrical Code (NEC) operational techniques for ventilation and refrigeration systems, and troubleshooting techniques for refrigeration systems.  At the completion of the program, students will be prepared to take the EPA Universal 608 test to become a Certified Refrigerant Handler.

The Abram Friedman Occupational Center (AFOC) in Los Angeles is highly regarded for its vocational programs, particularly its Heat, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) certification program. This program provides students with a comprehensive education that combines theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience, preparing them for the diverse aspects of the HVAC field. The curriculum covers heating, cooling, and ventilation fundamentals, as well as system installation, maintenance, repair, and energy management. The instructors, who have extensive industry experience, offer clear and understandable instruction to help students become proficient technicians. AFOC also emphasizes the development of soft skills, such as communication and teamwork, which are essential in the HVAC industry. The program can be completed in less than a year, and the school provides lifelong career placement services to support students in finding employment. Overall, AFOC's HVAC certification program offers a well-rounded vocational education that equips students with the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in the competitive HVAC industry.

Cooling and heating devices help regulate the temperature, humidity, and air quality in residential homes, commercial locations, and industrial facilities. Critical items like food and medicine require refrigeration to keep them from spoiling. Technicians repair, maintain, and install heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Our program trains these technicians. Los Angeles Trade-Technical College offers an Associate of Science degree in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanics, as well as Certificate of Achievement.

By fulfilling the program requirements, students will have the necessary knowledge and skills for a career in residential, commercial, and Industrial service and repair of air conditioning, heating and refrigeration systems. Electrical controls, piping installation, compressor installation and repair are just some of the skills that would be mastered during this program.

The HVAC certification program at American College of Healthcare and Technology (ACHT) is a comprehensive training course designed to prepare students for successful careers in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration industry. At ACHT, students are provided with hands-on experience, theoretical knowledge, and industry-relevant skills that ensure they are job-ready upon completion of the program. Graduates of the HVAC certification program gain a competitive edge in the workforce and are equipped to confidently pursue a variety of employment opportunities in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.