Commercial Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR)

  • Our 12-month program in Columbus, Ohio is a fast, affordable way to gain the skills you need to receive credentials in Commercial HVACR. 

    • Evening classes, Monday-Thursday 5:30 P.M.- 9:00 P.M.
    • All posted dates and times for course offerings are dependent upon sufficient staffing availability. 
    • Classes are held at Fort Hayes Career Center, 546 Jack Gibbs Blvd. Columbus, OH 43215.
    • Next start January 2026.
    • Questions? Call 380-997-7617

    HVAC Excellence Employment Ready Certifications- ESCO

    Electrical (140 Hours)  

    Components, meter usage, safety, theory, troubleshooting, fundamentals of motors and capacitors, interpreting electrical diagrams.

    Gas Heat (140 Hours)     

    Combustion theory, electrical troubleshooting, furnace installation & service, furnace troubleshooting, heating safety, heating system & components.

    Certification of OSHA 10 is included in this course.

    Light Commercial Air Conditioning (180 Hours) 

    Commercial AC systems & components, equipment installation & service, refrigeration theory & application, troubleshooting.

    The EPA 608 Universal Certification is included in this course.

    System Diagnostics & Troubleshooting (140 Hours)

    Recovery requirements, AC&R Theory, air supply and delivery, AC&R equipment and tools, AC&R systems and components, system evacuation.

     

    Total Hours - 600

     

    Tuition 

    The entire program tuition is $7,200. Financial Aid is available for those who qualify.  Call our financial aid coordinator at 380.997.7620. More information here.

     

    Program Requirements

    • High School Diploma or High School Equivalency verification

                            Click here for 2 pathways to admission into the HVACR program.

    • Legal Photo I.D. or Driver's License
    • Social Security Card

     

    HVACR Application

    HVACR Student Handbook