{"id":472,"date":"2019-11-26T21:56:08","date_gmt":"2019-11-27T02:56:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/job-training\/?page_id=472"},"modified":"2026-04-01T10:30:16","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T14:30:16","slug":"hvac-continuing-education","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/job-training\/construction-careers\/hvac-continuing-education\/","title":{"rendered":"Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology (Continuing Education)"},"content":{"rendered":" <div class=\"text-larger mb-4\"> A great career is closer than you think. CFCC can prepare you for a rewarding career in this HIGH-DEMAND industry! <\/div>  <div class=\"arh my-4\"> <iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nMMXHJsFvhc\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe> <\/div> <p>HVAC technicians are in high demand to build, install, and maintain our constantly evolving systems, and experts predict the demand for HVAC technicians will only rise through 2026. The Bureau of Labor Statistics specifically predicted a growth of 21% in the field between 2012 and 2022.<\/p>\n<h4>Employment Opportunities<\/h4>\n<p>You can own your own business or work for an HVAC contractor (most HVAC techs are employed by plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contractors*). Other options include teaching at trade schools or working in retail or wholesale trade. Future job opportunities may include: working as an energy auditor, green technology specialist, or conducting equipment performance testing. HVAC is an exciting field! If you want steady work with good pay and plenty of opportunities for advancement, consider training in an HVAC-related field.<\/p>\n <a class=\"button btn-small\" href=\"https:\/\/cfcc-register.fundfive.com\/filtered\/course\/HVAC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Search Upcoming Courses <\/a> \n<h4>Program Overview<\/h4> <div class=\"bg-light p-4\"> <h6>Intro to Refrigeration<\/h6>\n<p>This course introduces the basic refrigeration process uses in mechanical refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Topics include terminology, safety, and identification and function of components; refrigeration cycle; and tools and instrumentation used in mechanical refrigeration systems. Upon completion, students should be able to identify refrigeration systems and components, explain the refrigeration process, and use the tools and instrumentation of the trade. <\/p>\n<p>Students will earn their EPA certification.<br \/>\nEPA Certification Card: $45\n<\/p> <\/div> <hr\/> <div class=\"bg-light p-4\"> <h6>Intro to HVAC Residential Design<\/h6>\n<p>This course introduces the principles and concepts of conventional residential heating and cooling system design. Topics include heating and cooling load<br \/>\nestimating, basic psychometrics, equipment selection, duct system selection, and system design. Upon completion, students should be able to design a basic residential heating and cooling system. <\/p>\n<p>Students will earn a J-1 certification (duct installation).<br \/>\nMini Code Book: $75 Exam: $25\n<\/p> <\/div> <hr\/> <div class=\"bg-light p-4\"> <h6>HVACR Electricity<\/h6>\n<p>This course introduces electricity as it applies to HVACR equipment. Emphasis is placed on power sources, interaction of electrical components, wiring of simple circuits, and the use of electrical test equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate good wiring practices and the ability to read simple wiring diagrams.<\/p>\n<p>Students will earn an OSHA 10 certification.<br \/>\nCertification Card: $8 (Cash only)\n<\/p> <\/div> <hr\/> <div class=\"bg-light p-4\"> <h6>Heating\/Heat Pump Technology<\/h6>\n<p>This course covers the fundamentals of heating including gas, and electric heating systems. This course will also cover the principles of air source and water source heat pumps. Emphasis is placed on safety, efficiency testing, electrical power, and control systems, modes of operation, defrost systems, refrigerant charging, and system performance. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the basic gas, and electrical heating system, and understand and analyze system performance and perform routine service procedures.<\/p>\n<p>Students will earn a J-2 certification (gas piping).<br \/>\nCertification cost: $25\n<\/p> <\/div>  <div class=\"p-2 py-4 mb-3\">  <div class=\"iwi-accordion\">  <div id=\"tech-physical-reqs\" class=\"\"> <h4 class=\"iwi-target-container-requirements accordion-alt-heading\"> <a href=\"#\"> Course Technical &#038; Physical Requirements <\/a> <\/h4> <div id=\"container-requirements\" class=\"accordion-alt-container rounded-lg shadow-sm\"> <strong>To be successful in this course, students must be able to:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"mt-2\">\n<li>Technical standards for HVAC classes (Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology) include essential physical, sensory, and cognitive abilities required to safely install, maintain, and troubleshoot systems.<\/li>\n<li>Key standards involve lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing ladders, reading electrical schematics, using diagnostic tools (gauges, meters), and adhering to OSHA and EPA refrigerant handling regulations.<\/li>\n<\/ul> <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div> ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>HVAC technicians are in high demand to build, install, and maintain our constantly evolving systems, and experts predict the demand for HVAC technicians will only rise through 2026. 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