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HVAC - Technical Diploma

NWTC’s Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) program prepares students to install, service, troubleshoot, and repair environmental control systems used in residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial settings. The program is accredited by HVAC Excellence, enabling qualified graduates to earn advanced standing in United Association (UA) HVACR apprenticeship programs. Students who complete the accredited program with a C average or better and pass five HVAC Excellence Employment Ready/Specialty exams may enter a UA apprenticeship as a second year apprentice, accelerating their path toward journeyman status and career advancement. With completion of additional general studies courses a student can obtain an associate degree in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology.

Program Code: 324011

Program Costs & Financial Aid

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This program is fully eligible for financial aid.

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Follow Your Path

All credits from this technical diploma may be applied toward the following associate degree(s):

Students completing this technical diploma may also earn the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration associate degree (106011) after completing four additional courses.

Delivery

  • Day
  • Full-time

How do I get started in this program?

Requirements for Program Entry

  • Apply at www.nwtc.edu/apply.
  • Submit the following to transcripts@nwtc.edu: High school transcript (or GED/HSED transcript). College transcript.
  • If your cumulative GPA is below 2.6, complete or submit a placement evaluation.
  • Tip! Our admission advisors will assist you through every step. Have questions? Connect with NWTC Admissions at start@nwtc.edu or 920-498-5444.

What are my courses?

Curriculum

Students following the study plan below will complete the HVAC/R technical diploma in the number of semesters shown.

Total Credits 54
  • Curriculum Note: Students must earn a “C” or higher in 10-890-101, College 101.

Program Outcomes

  • Install HVAC/R components.
  • Service HvAC/R systems
  • Troubleshoot HVAC/R systems.
  • Evaluate HVAC/R system.

What careers are in my future?

100%

Graduate Employment

with 88% in field

$57,000.00

Median Starting Salary

Source: NWTC Graduate Outcome Survey

Employment Potential

A graduate of this program will have the potential for employment in the following areas:

What else do I need to know about the program?

Accreditation

NWTC’s HVAC program is accredited by HVAC Excellence, allowing graduates to qualify for advanced placement in United Association (UA) HVACR apprenticeship programs. To be eligible, students must graduate from the NWTC accredited program with a C average or better and pass five HVAC Excellence Employment Ready/Specialty exams, including Gas Heat, Heat Pumps, Electrical, Air Conditioning, System Performance (Airflow, Critical Charge, Psychometrics & Combustion Analysis). Graduates also the opportunity to obtain EPA Section 608 Certification and OSHA 30 General Construction safety training. Eligible graduates may enter a UA apprenticeship as a second year apprentice and receive up to one year of training credit, accelerating their path to journeyman status and career advancement.

Industry Credentials

Prepare for EPA Refrigerant Handling Exam

Earn OSHA 10 Certification

Earn CPR Certification

Earn AED Certification

Study Abroad Opportunities

The International Programs staff continually seeks opportunities for students to travel abroad for educational experiences that may be offered in association with program courses.

Learn more about upcoming study abroad opportunities.

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Online

Classes wherever you have an internet connection. 

  • An in-person career experience, such as an internship, practicum, or credit for prior learning, may be required.
  • Some online courses may be held at specific dates/times.
Day
Classes between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Evening
Classes between the hours of 5:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
Weekend
A combination of online classes and Saturday and/or Sunday classes.
Full-time
12 or more credits per term.
Part-time
Fewer than 12 credits per term.
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