Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning/Refrigeration (HVAC/R) 1

Program Overview

The Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning/Refrigeration (HVAC-R) 1 program is designed to train the student in the basic theory, fundamental principles, and the practical applications which develop the knowledge and skills necessary for entry into the basic industry service and installation occupations. The student should obtain EPA certification prior to completion in order to be employed in any job that requires work with refrigerants. The program was awarded a national accreditation by the ESCO Institute in 1999. Lively Technical College is an approved testing site for the E.P.A. Section 608 Refrigerant Certification and R410A Safety Certification. The program has an active advisory committee that works closely with the Externship Program to provide students valuable field experience upon completion of the course study.

The program is accredited by HVAC Excellence.

Admission Requirements

AGE: 16 years or older

BASIC SKILLS LEVEL: Computations (Math) 10 & Communications (Reading & Language Arts) 9.0

*Or met other basic skill requirements

Industry Certifications

Employment opportunities

A/C, Refrigeration and Heating Helper
A/C, Refrigeration and Heating Mechanic Assistant
A/C, Refrigeration and Heating Mechanic
A/C, Refrigeration and Heating Technician
Refrigeration Technician

What You'll learn

Identify, use, and maintain the tools and tool accessories used in the heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration industry.
Fabricate and service the piping, tubing, and fittings used in the heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration industry.
Knowledge of basic electricity and of the electrical components of heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration equipment.

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Students in the workforce

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BUILDING TRADES & CONSTRUCTION ENROLLMENT INCREASE '25-'25

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HVAC ENROLLMENT INCREASE '24-'25

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FAQs

Common questions about our program.

Employers of graduates

meet your instructors

Mr. Stephen Johns

Instructor

8504877437

johnss@leonschools.net

Mr. Darien Trim

Instructor

8504877432

trimd@leonschools.net

Joseph Graves

Wakulla High School, Instructor

gravesj1@leonschools.net

Program Requirements

Total Clock Hours: 750

OCP	Course Number	Course Title	Course Length	SOC Code
A	ACR0000	Introduction to HVAC/R	250	49-9021
B	ACR0001	HVAC/R Fundamentals	250	49-9021
C	ACR0012	HVAC/R Service Practices	250	49-9021

See the Course Catalog for detailed program cost and fee information.

Total Clock Hours: 750

Fee	Details
2190.00	Florida Resident Tuition ($2.92 x 750 hours)
468.27	Bookstore Costs
90.00	Registration Fee ($45.00 per semester x 2)
100.00	Facility Usage Fee ($50.00 per semester x 2)
400.00	Lab Fee ($200.00 per semester x 2)
575.00	Miscellaneous Fees (Tool kit/t-shirt - paid during 1st semester only)
15.00	Ready Exam

Occupational Advisory Committee

Carre Welsh

Watts Cooling Heating & Plumbing LLC

Matthew Vaughn

M & N Quality Heat and Air

Patrick Barineau

Barineau Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.

Jake Brown

Browns Refrigeration

Taylor Green

Bensons Heating & Air Conditioning

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This application could change your life in amazing ways! We’re here for you and we want you to success, so let us know if you need help with the application process. (850)-487-7473.

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