HVAC

The HVAC program at FCC prepares you for entry-level opportunities in the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning industry. Through hands-on training at the Monroe Center, you will develop practical skills in HVAC equipment components and functions, brazing, electrical control circuits, installation practices, and fossil fuel and hydronic heating systems. Successful completion of this program can result in eligible academic credit conversion.

FCC Completion Awards

Receive an FCC Completion Award for each course completed, recognizing your growing skills and commitment to the field.

EPA 608 Certification

Program includes valuable opportunity to earn an EPA 608 Certification (CFC card), a mandatory federal credential under the Clean Air Act for anyone who maintains, services, repairs, or disposes of appliances containing regulated refrigerants.

Academic Credit Conversion

Upon successful completion of the program, you can apply for academic credit toward a degree, certificate, or transfer program at Frederick Community College.

FCC Workforce Training Certificates

Earning a Workforce Training Certificate (WTC) demonstrates your acquired knowledge, proven skills, and recognized capabilities in the field, preparing you for direct entry into the industry. Review the certificate information below and the eligibility requirements to get started.

HVAC Foundations Workforce Training Certificate
Upon successful completion of this 2-course series, you are eligible to receive this Construction & Applied Technologies Institute credential that documents your foundational HVAC skills.

• HVC130 Fundamentals of HVACR
• HVC131 Controls for HVACR

HVAC Advanced Workforce Training Certificate
Upon successful completion of this 4-course series, you are eligible to receive this Construction & Applied Technologies Institute credential demonstrating readiness for entry-level HVAC work. This program also includes a valuable opportunity to earn an EPA 608 Certification. Successful completion of this program can result in eligible academic credit conversion.

• HVC130 Fundamentals of HVACR
• HVC131 Controls for HVACR
• HVC133 HVAC Installation & Troubleshooting
• HVC132 Fossil Fuels & Hydronic Heating

Eligibility Requirements

• Participants are required to successfully complete a two or four-course series identified as a Workforce Training Certificate program, as approved by the College.
• Students may request approval to transfer up to 25% of total Certificate contact hours of prior learning from an accredited institution for select Workforce Training Certificates.
• Please note, course substitutions are not permitted and completion is based upon competency.

Important Information

• Certificates are awarded monthly following course completion, rather than at the end of a traditional semester.
• These programs consist of Workforce Training (non-credit) courses with fee structures subject to change.
• Courses are not eligible for federal financial aid.

If you are pursuing a Workforce Training Certificate, you may request approval to transfer up to 25% of the total Certificate contact hours from prior learning at an accredited institution. Contact CATI at [email protected] with questions about your eligibility.