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HVAC Programs to Kickstart Your Career

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Stay Cool with HVAC Training Programs for a Hot Career!

Train in Months, Not Years

Ready for an essential new career? You can get the training you need in months, not years!

This Is Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Training That's COLD AS ICE

Nearly every home, office, and building relies on heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems to maintain a safe and comfortable environment—whether in scorching heat or freezing cold. Skilled HVAC technicians are essential for keeping these systems running efficiently. If you’re dependable, good with your hands, and enjoy solving problems, you could turn those skills into a rewarding career in residential and commercial HVAC.

A Tidewater Tech graduate working in HVAC.

TRAIN for a Better Tomorrow

Tired of struggling with low-wage jobs that offer no real future? Put your skills to work in an exciting field with real growth potential. Concerned about costs? We offer financial assistance programs for those who qualify. With EPA certifications, you’ll be equipped to enter a high-demand industry, and your investment in HVAC classes can quickly lead to a stable, well-paying career.

Chill Out With Some Hot New Skills

As a student in Tidewater Tech’s HVAC training program, you’ll gain hands-on experience working with commercial refrigeration, electrical components, and airflow dynamics to keep homes and buildings comfortable year-round. Our expert instructors provide real-world training to help you succeed. You’ll develop essential skills like troubleshooting faulty AC units, repairing heating systems, installing ductwork, and preparing for your certification exam to advance your career.

AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

Heating Systems

Commercial Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

Comfort & Psychometrics

Heat Pumps

SKILL Advanced Troubleshooting & Service

Graduate Fast - NO SWEAT!

Best of all, as a full-time student, you could graduate in 48 weeks!

Our expert, hands-on training means less time in a classroom and more time making money in a career in hvac. If you enjoy fixing things and want a secure career that’s always in demand, it’s time to enroll in Tidewater Tech’s Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Program.

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Technicians Get Hired

As a graduate of our HVAC program, you’ll be ready to apply your expertise in various environments, from homes to large-scale facilities. With real-world training and industry certifications, you can pursue roles such as refrigeration mechanic, HVAC installer, or maintenance technician. Whether you’re working on cooling systems, heating units, or ventilation infrastructure, your new skills will set you up for long-term success in this high-demand field.:

  • AC Technician
  • HVAC Engineer
  • HVAC Installer
  • Refrigeration Technician
  • Wind Turbine Technician
  • And more!
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Certifiably COOL

Students enrolled in our HVAC program have the opportunity to earn industry-recognized credentials, giving them a competitive edge in the job market. These certifications can help you stand out to employers, qualify for better positions, and advance your career as a skilled entry-level HVAC professional.

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Department of Professional and Occupational Regulations (DPOR) in preparation for future Journeyman’s HVAC Certification

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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Section 608 Refrigerant Transition Certification

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Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Safety Certification

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Industrial Competency Exam (ICE)

Whether you are just starting out or already working in the HVAC field, it pays to get qualified!

Schedule a CAMPUS TOUR

The best way to see if Tidewater Tech is right for you is to see it for yourself.

Are You Ready for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) training?

Take the Tidewater Tech Career Training Readiness Quiz

The fun, online quiz takes 3 minutes to complete, and you’ll get a personalized report that identifies your strengths, as well as the training and positions you’re best suited for.

Enroll with Ease: begin your Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) journey

Enrolling in our Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning program is a straightforward process. Here’s how to get started:

Enrollment process step one

First Step

Complete an interest form & Schedule a Meeting with Us.

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Second Step

Come in for a career planning session & fill out an application.

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Third Step

Get your acceptance letter* & meet with a Financial Advisor & Explore Scholarships.

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Fourth Step

Attend orientation & start your Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning training!

*Applicants must meet admission requirements. Acceptance into the program is not guaranteed.