HVACR School Near Apopka, Florida

HVAC technicians play a crucial role in maintaining comfortable indoor environments by ensuring that heating and cooling systems function efficiently in both residential and commercial settings.

The training provided at UTI Orlando not only prepares students for the technical aspects of the job but also instills in them the importance of their role in enhancing the quality of life for others through their HVAC expertise.

Obtaining HVACR certification is often a requirement in the industry as HVAC technicians often deal with potentially dangerous materials that demand specialized care.

Certifications help to prove that technicians have received the necessary training to handle these materials safely.

The training provided at UTI ensures that graduates are well-equipped to test for various industry credentials. Exams may include the EPA 608 Technician Certification, North American Technician Excellence (NATE) Core Exam, and OSHA General Construction Certification.

For further information on obtaining HVAC certifications, check out our handy guide.

HVAC courses provide a foundation of knowledge to students, and topics include:

HVACR training grads are prepared to pursue entry-level roles, including:

• HVACR technician
• Installation technician
• Refrigeration technician

As with any industry, over time, HVAC technicians may be able to advance their careers with experience and hard work.⁷⁷ Some examples include:

• A/C tech
• HVAC specialist
• Refrigeration operator
• Residential contractor
• Commercial service manager
• Facilities manager
• Code inspector
• Mechanical engineer
• Energy analyst
• Business owner

Keep in mind that openings in the Apopka area will vary based on local demand. Utilize our Career Services Team for help finding job opportunities in or around the Apopka area.

Visit our HVACR school’s classrooms and labs when you book a tour. Use the directions below to get here (some routes may have tolls):

1. Get on FL-451 from US-441 South/West Orange Blossom Trail (1.5 miles)
1. Head south on Lexington Parkway toward Parkside Pointe Boulevard (0.4 miles)
2. Turn left onto Errol Parkway (0.2 miles)
3. Turn left onto US-441 South/West Orange Blossom Trail (0.5 miles)
4. Use the right lane to take the ramp to FL-429 Toll South/FL-414 East/Orlando/Maitland (0.4 miles)
2. Take FL-429 South and Florida’s Turnpike to Consulate Drive. Take exit 255 from Florida’s Turnpike. (22.9 miles)
1. Continue onto FL-451 (1.4 miles)
2. Use the right lane to take exit 4B to merge onto FL-429 toward Orlando South/Tampa South (8.7 miles)
3. Use the right two lanes to take exit 22 for Florida’s Turnpike toward Miami (1.2 miles)
4. Merge onto Florida’s Turnpike (11.4 miles)
5. Take exit 255 for Consulate Drive (0.3 miles)
3. Continue on Consulate Drive to the campus (1.3 miles)
1. Turn left onto Consulate Drive (0.6 miles)
2. Turn right onto US-441 South/US-92 West/Highway 17 South (0.5 miles)
3. Turn right onto West Taft Vineland Road (0.2 miles)
4. Turn left at American Eagle Way (151 feet)
5. Turn right and the campus will be on the left (59 feet)

Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.

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