If you enjoy working with your hands and making people's home and work environment comfortable, there is a strong demand for well-trained heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) technicians. AACC offers a number of hands-on career training programs in this field — whether you are new to the industry or looking to upgrade your skills. Our HVAC training opportunities are affordably priced, offer flexible schedules, are conveniently located and accessible by car, bus and MARC train.
Our short-term training opportunities can prepare you to start as an entry-level technician or to enter formal apprenticeship training, combining on-the-job training with time in school. Programs are available through Associated Builders and Contractors.
To learn more email apprenticeship@aacc.edu.
Our Pre-apprenticeship HVAC program is designed to prepare you to enter and succeed in a registered HVAC Apprenticeship program.
The Pre-apprenticeship program cost is $3,443 for Anne Arundel County residents, including tuition and fees.
To learn more email CCIT@aacc.edu.
If you are an experienced HVACR technician, prepare for the Maryland HVACR Journeyman and Master exams. Study the International Mechanical Code. Learn the theory and service of air conditioning, refrigeration, gas and oil heating, and ventilation. Learn how to use an ACCA Ductulator and how to calculate heat load.
For information email CCIT@aacc.edu.
When Deon Gough Jr. began the HVAC pre-apprenticeship program in 2023, he had no idea that his journey would lead him to an exciting employment opportunity as an apartment maintenance technician where his new-found skills would shine.
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