HVAC

HVAC Programs at Yavapai College

Start your career in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) — or advance your skills as a working technician. Yavapai College offers multiple pathways designed for both beginners entering the trade and experienced professionals ready to move into high-skill service roles.

HVAC technicians install, maintain, and repair heating, cooling, and ventilation systems for homes and businesses. They diagnose issues, install equipment, ensure systems meet safety and efficiency standards, and work with certifications such as EPA Section 608.

Beyond technical work, professionals communicate with customers, recommend energy-saving upgrades, and help ensure comfort, indoor air quality, and system reliability. HVAC remains one of the most in-demand skilled trades.

Contact:
vvstc@yc.edu
(928) 634-6527

HVAC Installation & Maintenance Certificate

Start Here — No Prior Experience Required

This one-year, entry-level program prepares students for immediate employment through a mix of classroom instruction and hands-on lab training.

  • Entry-level training for new students
  • Hands-on labs with real equipment
  • Heating, cooling, and ventilation fundamentals
  • Electrical basics for HVAC systems
  • Refrigeration principles
  • Safety and code compliance
  • Preparation for EPA certification
  • Pathway to employment at a living wage
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HVAC Service Technician Program

Coming Spring 2027 Advanced Training for Working Technicians

This program prepares individuals with prior HVAC training or experience to become high-skill service technicians specializing in diagnostics and system optimization.

  • Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics
  • Electrical fault identification
  • Refrigerant leak detection and repair
  • Controls and system optimization
  • Preventative maintenance strategies
  • Energy efficiency upgrades
  • Customer communication and estimating

Admission Requirements:

  • EPA Section 608 Certification and
  • Completion of HVAC training or one year of industry experience

Next Steps:

Why Choose YC HVAC?

  • Hands-on training with industry equipment
  • Experienced instructors
  • Entry-level and advanced pathways
  • Industry-recognized certifications
  • Small class sizes
  • Job-ready skills
  • Strong local workforce connections

Career Opportunities

  • HVAC Installer
  • Service Technician
  • Maintenance Technician
  • Refrigeration Technician
  • Controls Technician
  • Commercial or Residential HVAC Specialist

Start Your HVAC Career

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