HVAC & Basic Refrigeration Technician Training
- Hands-on labs covering AC systems, electrical diagnostics, heating, and refrigeration
- Training designed to prepare you for the EPA Section 608 Technician certification
- A supportive MMC community with you along the way
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Your Future in HVAC/BR Starts With the Right Training
At Miller-Motte College, we believe everyone deserves a shot at a career they’re proud of. Our HVAC & Basic Refrigeration program gives you hands-on training in the skills that keep homes, businesses, and communities comfortable, skills that can’t be outsourced.
In about 10 months, you could finish MMC’s HVAC & BR program, designed to prepare you for entry-level opportunities in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration field, without a four-year commitment or years of general education requirements.
HVAC & Basic Refrigeration Program Overview
A career-first program built for people who are ready to get to work.
The HVAC & Basic Refrigeration program at Miller-Motte College is designed to help you build the foundational knowledge and hands-on skills for entry-level work in the HVAC industry. You’ll move through classroom instruction and applied lab work that simulates the real conditions technicians face, from residential service calls to commercial system maintenance.
This program is built for career changers, working adults, and veterans who want a focused path into a skilled trade without spending years in a traditional degree program. At MMC, you’re not just a student, you’re part of a community that wants to see you succeed.
HVAC/BR Program at a Glance
Length
Approximately 10 months
Credential
Diploma: GA, TN, OK
Certificate: NC
Format
On-campus, hands-on instruction, Hybrid Delivery Program
Enrollment
Rolling start dates every 5 weeks
Campuses
Augusta, GA • Chattanooga, TN • Fayetteville, NC • Jacksonville, NC • Raleigh, NC • Tulsa, OK
Hands-On HVAC/BR Training & Lab Experience
Real equipment. Real lab conditions. Real confidence before you ever set foot on a job site.
Hands-on lab work is at the heart of this program. You’ll train in supervised environments built to simulate the conditions you can face on residential and commercial job sites. Our industry-experienced instructors work alongside you to teach you the skills you’ll likely use on the job.
Training Activities Include…
Learn how AC systems work, how to maintain them, and how to troubleshoot the problems technicians run into every day.
Develop hands-on diagnostic skills for the wiring and control systems that power HVAC equipment.
Train on the heating side of the trade, including heat pumps used in both residential and commercial applications.
Understand the refrigeration cycle and the equipment that depends on it, from commercial coolers to residential systems.
Practice identifying problems and making repairs on the types of equipment you’ll encounter in the field.
Learn how to communicate with customers on the job, a skill HVAC employers consistently ask for.
Build the workplace communication skills that help you grow from a first job into a long-term career.
Each lab session builds on the last, turning technique into skill and skill into the kind of practical knowledge that travels with you into any HVAC/BR job.
Industries and Jobs That Hire HVAC/BR Technicians
Graduates of the HVAC & Basic Refrigeration program are prepared to pursue entry-level opportunities across a range of employers, including:
- Residential HVAC/BR service and installation companies, the businesses keeping homes comfortable year-round in your community
- Commercial HVAC/BR contractors, firms that service office buildings, retail spaces, restaurants, and larger facilities
- Property management and facilities teams, organizations that hire in-house technicians to maintain HVAC/BR systems across apartment complexes, hospitals, and commercial properties
- Industrial and manufacturing operations, facilities where climate control and refrigeration equipment keep production running
Entry-Level Jobs Graduates May Pursue
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HVAC Installer
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Service Technician
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HVAC Technician
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Maintenance Technician
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HVAC Operations Technician
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HVAC Mechanic
*Miller-Motte College cannot guarantee employment or salary. The jobs listed are examples of potential entry-level positions, not a representation that these outcomes are more probable than others.
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HVAC/BR Certifications & Industry Alignment
Prepare for the credentials that matter most to HVAC/BR employers.
Miller-Motte College’s HVAC & Basic Refrigeration program is designed to prepare you for two industry-recognized credentials that employers in the HVAC/BR field look for in entry-level candidates.
EPA Section 608 Technician Certification
The EPA Section 608 certification is required by federal law for any technician who handles refrigerants. This program is designed to prepare you to sit for that exam, so you can enter the workforce ready to work on the systems that require it.
NCCER Credential Preparation
This program is also built around the core skills and standards that NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) credentialing evaluates.
This program prepares you to earn NCCER credentials while enrolled, giving employers a verifiable record of your skills and training as you progress through the program.
NCCER credentials are recognized by HVAC/BR and construction employers nationwide. Earning them during your training can help strengthen your qualifications as you prepare to enter the workforce.
*Certification and credential eligibility and testing requirements are controlled by the EPA, NCCER, and other third-party organizations and are subject to change. Miller-Motte College cannot guarantee that graduates will be eligible to take certification or credential examinations, regardless of their eligibility status upon enrollment.
HVAC/BR Program Length & Start Dates
Start when you’re ready. Finish in about 10 months.
Program Length
10 Months
Format
Hybrid Program with, hands-on instruction
Enrollment
Rolling start dates every 5 weeks, no waiting for a semester to begin
Whether you’re working full-time, raising a family, or making a transition out of the military, this program is built to fit your life. New start dates every 5 weeks means you can begin when you’re ready, and your MMC support team will be with you from day one through graduation.
HVAC/BR Program Cost & Financial Aid
Program costs vary based on campus, schedule, and your individual circumstances. Tuition typically covers:
- Instruction and classroom learning
- Access to HVAC/BR training labs and equipment
- Student support and career services
We’ve got your back, talk to an admissions advisor at your nearest campus and they’ll connect you with the financial aid team to walk you through options available to you before you commit to anything. Financial aid may be available to those who qualify.
Find HVAC/BR Training Near You
Start close to home. Train to build a career that keeps you there.
Miller-Motte College offers HVAC & Basic Refrigeration training at campuses across the Southeast and South Central United States. Each location is part of an MMC community that puts students first, with instructors who have real industry experience and support staff who are invested in your success.
Campuses Offering HVAC & Basic Refrigeration Training
Augusta, GA
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3128-A Deans Bridge Road, Augusta GA 30906
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(706) 447-9264
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CDL Training: Class A Tractor Trailer, Combination Welding, Early Childhood Education, Electrical, Healthcare Information Technology, HVAC & Basic Refrigeration, IT Support Specialist, Medical Clinical Assistant
Fayetteville, NC
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3725 Ramsey Street, Fayetteville, NC 28311
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(910) 759-7693
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CDL Training: Class A Tractor Trailer, Combination Welding, Electrical, HVAC & Basic Refrigeration, Medical Clinical Assistant
Jacksonville, NC
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105 New Frontier Way, Jacksonville, NC 28546
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(910) 320-8517
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CDL Training: Class A Tractor Trailer, Construction & Trades Management, Electrical, HVAC & Basic Refrigeration, Medical Clinical Assistant, Plumbing
Chattanooga, TN
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5600 Brainerd Road, Suite G2, Chattanooga, TN 37411
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(423) 800-7863
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CDL Training: Class A Tractor Trailer, Dental Assisting, Electrical, HVAC & Basic Refrigeration, Medical Billing & Coding, Medical Clinical Assistant, Surgical Technology
Raleigh, NC
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3901 Capital Boulevard, Suite 151 Raleigh, NC 27604
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(919) 855-2506
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CDL Training: Class A Tractor Trailer, Combination Welding, Dental Assisting, Electrical, HVAC & Basic Refrigeration, Medical Clinical Assistant, Plumbing
Tulsa, OK
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3801 S. Sheridan Road, Tulsa, OK 74145
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(918) 221-3435
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Dental Assisting, Electrical, HVAC & Basic Refrigeration, Medical Billing & Coding, Medical Clinical Assistant
Questions Worth Asking
Straight answers to the questions that matter most before you enroll.
No. Miller-Motte College provides access to the HVAC equipment and tools used for training as part of the program. You show up ready to learn, the lab has the rest.
HVAC training requires appropriate safety gear. Contact your campus admissions team for specifics on what’s provided and what you’ll need to bring, requirements can vary by campus.
Many MMC students work while they train. The program is designed with working adults in mind. Talk to your campus about available class schedules, including evening options, so you can find a schedule that fits your life before you enroll.
Life happens, and your MMC support team understands that. If you run into a conflict, reach out to your instructor or student services team as early as possible. Miller-Motte College has support staff in place to help you work through scheduling challenges, you’re not on your own.
Miller-Motte College offers career services support to help graduates with job searching, resume preparation, and connecting with potential employers. Your MMC community doesn’t disappear at graduation, the career services team is there to help you take the next step.
Experienced HVAC technicians started somewhere. What this program offers is documented, structured training across the core areas of HVAC work, preparation for the EPA Section 608 certification, and a foundation for NCCER credentialing, which gives an employer something concrete to evaluate. Walking in with hands-on lab hours and a credential path behind you puts you in a much stronger position than someone who just claims they can do the work.
Not exactly. HVAC programs typically cover heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, and many include refrigeration fundamentals as well. Miller-Motte College’s program is titled HVAC & Basic Refrigeration, meaning you get training in both areas, which broadens the range of jobs you can pursue after graduation.
An apprenticeship pays you while you train, but getting accepted can take time and your training is tied to one employer’s system. Miller-Motte College’s program takes about 10 months, covers the range of HVAC fundamentals, and prepares you for EPA certification and NCCER credentialing that you own and take with you wherever your career goes.
Ready to Start Building Your Future?
Your MMC family is ready to help. Talk to an admissions advisor at your nearest campus, they’ll walk you through the program, and let you know when the next start date is and connect you to the financial aid team to discuss cost and financial aid options.
No pressure. No obligation. Just honest information and a team that genuinely wants to see you succeed.