Keep Homes and Buildings Comfortable with HVAC Technician Training
St. Louis Community College’s heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) technician certificate of specialization (CS) prepares you for a career installing, maintaining and repairing heating and cooling systems. You’ll build the technical skills needed to work in residential and commercial settings while learning the safety practices and industry standards employers value.
The program covers essential HVAC skills, including system installation, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair. You’ll also prepare for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Section 608 certification exam, an important credential for technicians who work with refrigerants and follow industry regulations.
What is the HVAC Technician Program at St. Louis Community College?
The HVAC technician program prepares you to install, maintain and repair heating and cooling systems used in homes, businesses and other buildings. You'll learn how these systems work while gaining the skills needed to identify problems, complete service tasks and follow safety practices.
Throughout the program, you'll learn how to:
- Follow HVAC safety regulations and industry best practices.
- Apply basic electrical principles used in HVAC systems.
- Evaluate residential heating and cooling systems.
- Troubleshoot common HVAC equipment problems.
- Perform routine maintenance and basic HVAC repairs.
The program prepares you for entry-level HVAC technician jobs and helps you develop the skills needed to pursue industry certifications and continue growing in the skilled trades.
What Can You Do with an HVAC Certificate?
An HVAC certificate from STLCC prepares you for entry-level jobs installing, maintaining and repairing heating and cooling systems. After completing the program, you'll be ready to take the EPA Section 608 certification exam.
Graduates may find opportunities as residential HVAC technicians, maintenance technicians, installers or service technicians with contractors, property management companies and facility maintenance teams. With experience, you can also explore specialized areas such as commercial HVAC systems, energy efficiency and building automation.
The skills you develop in this program provide a strong foundation for continued growth in HVAC and the skilled trades. At STLCC, you can continue building your skills through related programs such as general maintenance mechanic, engineering technology and skilled trades industrial occupations technology to expand your career options.
CS in HVAC Technician
- Degree offered: Certificate of specialization
- Location: Florissant Valley
- Hours to complete: 7
- Program contact name: Darius Hitchings
- Program contact email: dhitchings1@stlcc.edu
Cost of Attendance
Tuition for district residents is $127 per credit hour for in-district students. Find out more about our straightforward and low-cost tuition structure.
Please note that financial aid is not available for this program.
Why You Should Choose STLCC's HVAC Technician Program
Graduate with Little or No Debt
We believe cost should never be a barrier to achieving your potential. Save over $4,700 per year with tuition that's one-third lower than other local institutions. Plus we'll help you navigate scholarship options and financial aid.
Build Skills You Need with Stackable Credentials
Stackable credentials help students level up career opportunities without investing a large amount of time and resources. Students can stack or assemble a series of traditional and nontraditional credentials including degrees, certificates, apprenticeships and more. Get a maximum return on your investment with options that match your goals.
Ramp Up High Wage Skills
STLCC offers career-focused programs for high-wage, high-skill and in-demand jobs. STLCC provides opportunities for college transfers, career development and workforce training. Certificate programs can establish you in a new career in as few as 12 weeks.
Schedules Built For Your Busy Life
Fitting a quality education into your busy life is easy with the flexibility STLCC offers.
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