Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Technology I Career Certificate

This career certificate program prepares students for advanced training in the heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration industry and employment. The program consists of both classroom study and hands-on lab activities in specialized training facilities. Areas of study include planning, installing, testing and servicing of HVACR systems, servicing, installing and troubleshooting electrical and mechanical components and basic supervisory skills. Students will gain knowledge in the use and care of hand, power and specialized tools and standard industry equipment. An emphasis is placed on current industry standards and codes, best practices and techniques. Students must complete the program with a minimum GPA of 2.0 or higher. This program is financial aid eligible.

To enroll in the program candidates must:

• Be at least 18 years of age;
• Apply and be accepted at Seminole State;
• If required, complete the CASAS GOALS Level D assessment and successfully meet the following minimum scores to complete the program:
  • Math: 241
  • Reading: 239
  • Note: Department recommends students achieve passing scores prior to the last series of courses or final semester to ensure a timely program completion.

Departmental consent is required.

This is a full-time daytime fast track program. Please speak with the program advisor/coordinator before declaring your program major on the application to ensure the proper program selection.