Train to Become a Skilled HVAC/R Technician

Prepare to Pursue a Rewarding Hands-On Career

• Full & Part Time Programs Available
• Hands-On Training in NTI's State-of-the-Art 440 Square Foot Labs
• Potential Externship Opportunities

HVAC/R refers to the process of climate control in both residential and commercial buildings, as well as refrigeration requiring the control of humidity and temperature.

The HVAC/R Technician training school at NTI in Maine (ME) provides technicians with the theory and knowledge required for installation, maintenance and repair of residential and light commercial systems.

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The Value of Qualified HVAC/R Professionals

HVAC/R services are a must for almost all homes and offices. Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration are all becoming more sophisticated. HVAC/R professionals also help protect our environment by ensuring the systems run efficiently while maintaining environmental standards. As a trained HVAC/R Technician you'll have the skills and experience to handle issues as they arise.

Potential Career Opportunities

Upon completion of the program, students may decide to specialize in certain areas of HVAC/R. For example, they may wish to concentrate on heating or refrigeration systems or they may wish to specialize in installation only. Some may wish to generalize in all aspects of HVAC/R. The HVAC/R program at NTI is meant to give the student training in all areas of Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning repair maintenance and installation.

Program Objectives

Take a look below at some of the goals NTI has set for students in the HVAC/R program:

• Prepare graduates to pass the NATE Certification Exam.
• Practice the highest standards of safety.
• Introduction to Construction Math.
• Become familiar with the reading of blueprints.
• Develop skills in mechanical and electrical applications.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to electric, gas, and oil furnaces.
• Acquire an understanding of different refrigerant types and their application requirements.
• Develop an understanding of the different types of air conditioning systems.
• Become eligible for an apprenticeship program.

Certification

Northeast Technical Institute is an Authorized Testing Center for the North American Technician Excellence Certification Exam.

Upon completion of the program, students may decide to take the North American Technician Excellence (NATE) Certification Exam. NATE is the leading certification program for technicians in the heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC/R/R) industry and is the only test recognized by the entire industry. Contractors support the certified graduates because certified technicians remain in the industry longer, do the job right the first time, and are generally considered more productive than the non-certified.

Students may also be tested for Gas Certification through CETP (The Certified Employee Training Program). CETP is a formal body for training, testing and documentation to ensure that workers in the propane industry have the necessary knowledge and skills to perform their work safely and effectively.

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Full & Part-Time Schedule Options - Choose the Program that Works Best for You

Full Time: 18 Weeks (35 Credits / 714 Hours) Hours: MON-THU - 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. FRI - 8:00 a.m. to 4:00

Half Time: 45 Weeks (714 Hours) Hours: MON-THU - 5:30p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

* Externship not guaranteed

Successful graduates of this program will be awarded a Career Diploma.

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