HVACR School Near Ocoee, Florida

Both commercial and residential spaces rely on the expertise and experience of HVAC technicians to help keep cooling and heating equipment running smoothly. They are essential workers and help contribute to their communities.

Learning the right skills for the job is important, which is where a school like UTI Orlando comes in. Students learn from instructors who have industry experience and graduate in just 39 weeks ready for a career in HVAC.

In the HVAC industry, many employers require that their technicians obtain HVAC certifications before working in the field. This is because it helps ensure that a tech has obtained the proper training.

UTI grads are prepared to test for industry credentials. Exams may include the EPA 608 Technician Certification, North American Technician Excellence (NATE) Core Exam and OHSA General Construction.

HVAC courses cover a range of topics in our 39-week HVAC technician school. 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 Ocoee area will vary based on local demand. UTI Orlando has a Career Services Team dedicated to helping both current students and graduates find HVAC opportunities near or in the Ocoee area.

Check out our HVACR school for yourself when you book a tour! You can use the below directions as a guide to get here (some routes may have tolls):

1. Get on Florida’s Turnpike from South Bluford Avenue and Marshall Farms Road (2.5 miles)
1. Head west toward South Bluford Avenue (43 ft)
2. Turn left onto South Blueford Avenue (0.7 miles)
3. Turn right onto West Geneva Street (0.2 miles)
4. Turn left onto Maguire Road (0.2 miles)
5. Turn right onto Marshall Farms Road (0.5 miles)
6. Turn right onto State Route 50 East (358 ft)
7. Slight right onto Florida’s Turnpike South ramp to Miami (1.0 miles)
2. Follow Florida’s Turnpike to Consulate Drive. Take exit 255 from Florida’s Turnpike (12.1 miles)
1. Merge onto Florida’s Turnpike (11.9 miles)
2. 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.

If vehicles are on the road, automotive technicians will be needed to help maintain and repair them. Our Automotive Technology program helps students learn the skills they need for the industry.

For those with a passion for big engines and powerful equipment, a career as a diesel technician may be right for them. Our 45-week Diesel Technology program can help prepare them for the industry.⁷