Certifications

EPA

The U.S. EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) offers certification (EPA 608 certification) to technicians who demonstrate knowledge of the multiple laws and rules that are involved in handling HVAC chemicals, such as the refrigerant found in air conditioners and heat pumps, R-22 and R-410A.

2^nd Chance University is a registered proctor to provide a closed-book exam for technicians covering all material specified in 40 CFR Part 82 Support F. Technicians will be issued a wallet-sized identification card when a passing score of 70 is achieved. Individuals certified will be considered properly certified in accordance with the requirements promulgated under Section 608 Subpart F and Appendix D to Subpart F.

EPA Section 608 is required to work with or purchase regulated refrigerants for stationary equipment and incorporates the following:

• Type-I: Required for servicing small appliances.
• Type-II: Required for servicing or disposing of high-pressure appliances, except small appliances and MVACs.
• Type-III: Required for servicing or disposing of low-pressure appliances.
• Universal: Earned when a candidate successfully passes all four sections of the exam.

Candidates must pass the Core section along with one or more of the Types to earn a certification. Candidates who are retesting do not need to retake any sections in which they have received a passing score.

As part of your program package, initial EPA testing is offered without student cost. If an individual does not achieve 70% or higher and additional exam is required, cost will be student responsibility at current market price.