Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning/Refrigeration (HVAC/R)1

Department Of Architecture and Construction
The Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning/Refrigeration (HVAC/R)1 program prepares students for entry into the heating, ventilation, air-conditioning/refrigeration (HVAC/R)1 industry. This 750-hour program provides students with both classroom theory and hands-on training with a comprehensive training program.  This program focuses on broad, transferable skills, stresses the understanding of the heating, air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation industry and demonstrates elements of the industry such as planning, management, finance, technical and production skills, troubleshooting, the underlying principles of technology, and health, safety and environmental issues.

 

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750 hours

Evening: Monday -Thursday

4:30-9:30 pm

August 5, 2024 through May 29, 2025

Estimated total cost may vary based on program start date and program class schedule.

$4,705.06

(**All fees subject to change)

2024-2025  Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning/Refrigeration (HVAC/R)1 Cost Sheet
  • General admission procedures apply.
  • Must have Florida Driver’s license.
  • Be 18 years or older to work (can be 18 years old by end of class)
  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Minimum 90% student attendance
  • Maintain at least 70% on all coursework
  • Must possess a State of Florida Driver’s License
  • Available Monday through Thursday evenings
  • Must be 18 years old by the end of the program (licensing)

Marion Technical College Main Campus

Program Highlights

STARTING SALARIES

Vary, ranging from:

$32,120 to $64,600*

*Based on state of Florida labor market statistics.

Employers –

There are more than 30 Air Conditioning Companies in Marion County.  Students successfully completing the HVAC/R 1 program may be employed as HVAC Installers or Entry Level HVAC Technicians.

 

 

What You Will Learn

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS

  • Students will earn several certifications including EPA 608 certifications prior to leaving school in order to be employed in any job that requires work with refrigerants. Students will also receive and HVAC Excellence certifications (Air Conditioning, Electrical, and Electric Heat) and OSHA 10 demonstrating their preparedness to enter the HVAC field as HVAC technicians.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

  • Marion County Public Schools
  • Max-Air
  • Mid-Florida Heating & Air
  • Nash Plumbing & Mechanical
  • Sherman Mechanical Contractors
  • Sun Kool Air Conditioning

Steps To Enrollment

Meet Requirements of Program

  • Step 1

    Complete & Submit Online Application.  Pay $20 non-refundable application fee.

    Please check AGE requirements before applying at https://mariontc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Program-Schedule-Age-Requirements.pdf

  • Step 2

    Submit paperwork to Student Services at the MTC campus. Provide copies of two officially recognized proofs of residency, copies of Driver’s License, and the Supplemental Program Packet.

    SUPPLEMENTAL PACKETS VARY – Attending an Information Session may be required for acceptance into the program.

  • Step 3

    Financial Aid application – www.fafsa.gov
    Complete FAFSA application and provide a Student Aid Report (SAR). MTC school code: 031039

  • Step 4

    You will be notified by program department of acceptance. You will be notified by Financial Aid of estimated funds available.

  • Step 5

    Pay fee and/or sign enrollment document to complete enrollment process in Student Fees.
    Seat in scheduled program is confirmed after Student Fees is completed.