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 Certified Professional HVAC Technician class offered by Onondaga-Cortland-Madison BOCES (O-Cortland-Madison BOCES) is a comprehensive program designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become certified HVAC technicians. The program covers topics such as electrical systems, air conditioning, heating, ventilation, and refrigeration. Students will also gain hands-on experience in the classroom and in the field. This program is located in Syracuse

The Practical Nursing Program at Clinton Essex Warren Washington BOCES is a learning journey that offers learners in-depth know-how, versatile abilities, and practical experience. Becoming a nurse is a lifelong commitment to care for patients' health with empathy, concern, and professionalism. This program provides students with the resources and exposure they need to understand this role better, making them great contenders for any healthcare setting. The coursework will also enable students to comprehend, apply, and adhere to the standards and ethical considerations in the nursing field. The curriculum emphasizes patient health, illness, and recovery, a foundation for nursing practice that relies upon knowledge, technical competencies, and crucial thinking strategies. The teaching methodology encourages learner interaction with patients, healthcare workers, and the general community while promoting a lifelong learning environment. It helps them get familiar with the tools, tactics, and protocols they may encounter in their professional life. Moreover, the program nurtures students to take up leadership roles, work in multi-disciplinary teams, and adapt to evolving healthcare trends. It's a stepping stone for those who strive for a career dedicated to patient care, impact lives, and better community health.

The HVAC certification program at NYSWDA provides comprehensive training in all aspects of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. The program covers topics like refrigeration, electrical systems, ductwork, and indoor air quality. Graduates of the program are prepared for careers as HVAC technicians or installers, with a strong foundation in the latest industry standards and best practices.

Our HVAC/R program is a comprehensive, technical and hands-on training program covering all critical aspects of the HVAC/R field. This is an opportunity to understand refrigeration and cooling systems, electrical circuitry and electronic solid state control applications and electric, gas and oil-fired heat and heat pumps. Learn to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair both commercial and residential systems. Students work on fully operational cooling and heating systems in our well-equipped HVAC/R lab.