Program Length:

15 Months (1350 Clock Hours)

Schedule:

Monday 8 am-1 pm; Tuesday-Friday 8 am-2 pm

(Summer hours) Monday- Thursday 8 am - 2:45 pm

2026-2027 Curriculum Frameworks

Basic Skills Requirement

Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System (CASAS) score of 239 in Reading, and 241 in Math are required prior to graduation (some exemptions apply).

Exemptions from the Basic Skills test are as follows:

Graduate of a Florida Public High School from 2007-present with a standard High School Diploma
Florida based GED 2014-present
College degree from an accredited institution
(Official transcripts are needed to verify exemption)

Program Description

This program is a combination of classroom instruction, hands-on lab work and independent study to give the basics in the installation and repair of equipment. The program emphasis includes troubleshooting and repair of air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration equipment.

Refrigerant recovery and recycling are also stressed to comply with the CFC requirements. Students should elect to take the CFC Certification test, which may be arranged through the school. Testing fees are the student's responsibility. CFC certification is required by the EPA for employees that work with refrigerants. This test is a requirement for graduation and gives students a competitive advantage when seeking employment.

HVAC/R Checklist

Book and Supply Information

For the most current list of books and supplies, please contact the Student Services Office, Financial Aid Office or our Bookstore.

Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVAC/R)

HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR-CONDITIONING/REFRIGERATION (HVAC/R)

Start Date