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The heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) program is designed to prepare you to pursue a career in less than a year.1 This program prepares students for entry-level careers such as HVACR technician, installation technician and refrigeration technician, just to name a few.77 In addition to learning various systems, you’ll prepare to test for certifications that are valued by the industry.
Our HVACR courses are designed to build your knowledge from the ground up. No prior experience required.
Working on HVACR systems requires an awareness of safety procedures, knowledge of heating and cooling, familiarity with tools used in the industry, and the ability to perform a variety of manual skills. In the program, you’ll learn all of this and more. Some key topics covered in the program include:
*Program coming to UTI Avondale pending regulatory approval..
There’s no shortage of things to do for HVACR technicians. Both residential and commercial industries rely on their expertise to keep systems running.
*Not entry-level and is dependent on factors like experience, location, and employer compensation.
HVACR is a great career path for those who are natural problem-solvers, enjoy working with their hands, and desire a career where they have the potential to go off on their own. With the demand for skilled techs and shorter training programs, many consider it to be worth it.
Some math is required to become an HVACR technician, but not at a high level. Simple math operations such as fractions and reading a tape measure are the types of math included.
HVAC isn’t a skill that can be learned overnight — it requires specialized training. However, it’s possible to learn ... maybe quicker than you think! Our program is designed to build your knowledge from the ground up in just 39 weeks, no prior experience required.
There are many different HVAC certifications one can obtain, all of which are valuable to have as a technician. Several certifications are included in our program:
Outside of these, there are also higher certifications one can earn as they advance in their career. For example, a typical career path leads toward a state mechanical contractor license, which is considered to be a high-level certification.
The time it takes to get an education in HVACR is dependent on the school you attend. At MIAT, you can graduate in as few as 9 months.
HVACR technicians install and maintain heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems. Their day-to-day responsibilities can vary depending on their specialty area, but some common environments they service include homes, factories, schools, hospitals and refrigerated warehouses.
Ready to learn skills needed for a career in the trades?1 We’ll connect you with an Admissions Representative who can help you get started and answer any questions you may have.
