- Comprehensive Training: Master HVAC technologies, including air conditioning, heating systems, refrigeration, and electrical controls through intensive hands-on experience.
- Certification Opportunities: Earn multiple industry-recognized certifications, including EPA 608, NATE CORE, and OSHA 10-hour certifications.
- Career-Focused Education: Develop professional skills to excel in residential and commercial HVAC settings, from homes to hospitals and industrial facilities.
- Practical Skill Development: Learn installation, troubleshooting, and service techniques for diverse HVAC equipment and systems.
POSSIBLE CERTIFICATIONS
- Postsecondary diploma
- EPA 608 certification
- North American Technician Excellence (NATE) CORE Certification
- OSHA 10-hour certification
- Telehandler/Mobile Elevated Work Platform Certification
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Hours:
900
Schedule:
September 2, 2025 through May 21, 2026; Weekly schedule is typically Monday through Thursday, 2 pm to 8:45 pm.
Please contact the Continuing Education Office at (814) 941-8324 and adulted@gactc.edu for more information.
TUITION & FEES
Estimated Tuition & Fees for 2024-2025:
$14,310.00
*Includes an optional laptop. If laptop is not needed through the GACTC, the cost of the laptop is deducted from the fees. Please see the program flyer to view detailed tuition and fees.
For the 2024-2025 academic year, this program is approved through the Eligible Training Providers List. Students enrolled in this program may be eligible for financial assistance through their local CareerLink office. Please contact your local CareerLink office for assistance.
Please contact the Continuing Education Office at (814) 941-8324 and adulted@gactc.edu for more information.
TAKE THE
NEXT STEP
Please contact us to schedule a tour and to meet with a career counselor to discuss your career goals and this program. Complete this short form to request more information and to schedule a tour, or call us at 814.941.TECH.
We welcome your application to the HVAC program.
GET THE SKILLS YOU NEED TO SHINE
Within the curriculum, students gain fundamental knowledge, and hands-on experience with:
- air conditioning
- electrical and automated controls practices
- reading schematics
- electrical controls
- building circuits
- working with chemicals
- piping practices
- commercial refrigeration
- heating systems, including types of furnaces
- oil and gas boilers
- efficiency testing
- energy management
- safety practices
Additional training is provided in related plumbing, related electrical, and installation operations. Students participate in a print reading and related math course. Students are trained to install, troubleshoot, and service HVAC equipment. The program emphasizes the importance of good workmanship, professionalism, and work ethic.
Following successful completion of this diploma program, students may pursue employment as HVAC Technicians to work in residential or commercial settings, including homes, schools, hospitals, office buildings, or factories.
Discover comprehensive HVAC training that transforms your career potential. Our intensive air conditioning schools and HVAC classes provide hands-on experience in electrical systems, refrigeration technologies, heating solutions, and industry-critical skills. Students learn everything from reading complex schematics to installing commercial and residential climate control systems, preparing for careers in a high-demand technical field.
The 900-hour program offers multiple certification opportunities, including EPA 608, NATE CORE, and OSHA 10-hour certifications. Graduates are equipped to work in diverse settings like residential services, commercial buildings, industrial facilities, and energy management. With a curriculum that blends classroom learning and practical training, our HVAC training program provides the technical expertise employers are searching for.
Starting September 2, 2025, this career-focused diploma program runs Monday through Thursday from 2 pm to 8:45 pm, with a total cost of $14,310. Prepare to launch your technical career in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning – your future starts here. Call 814.941.TECH or email adulted@gactc.edu to learn more about this exciting opportunity.
