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• First step is to research technical schools, vocational colleges and HVAC programs in your area. Give that location a call to gain a sense of how your professional journey will progress with each program opportunity.
• Second step is to fully commit to student expectations, this includes taking an active role throughout the program… no missing classes… no excuses.
• Final step is to make the choice, enroll, and begin a challenging and rewarding career.
• Though the decision must come from you, there are essential things to consider:
  • Length of program
  • Cost of program
  • Distance to location
  • Online or brick and mortar
  • Percentage of theory versus hands-on practical application
  • What licenses or certifications are required once I graduate?
• To note: HVAC technicians do not need to be licensed to work in Florida but you must have an EPA 608 certification (initial exam and preparation provided by HVACTA and on site)
• Federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires anyone handling refrigerants must be certified… and that means you. To note, when inquiring about enrollment, be sure and ask if the written EPA exam is included in the program and prepared for.

Opportunities for employment and career-growth in the state of Florida is high and is expected to remain a high-demand position. According to the Occupational Employment Statistics program data, Florida employs more HVAC technicians and installers than any other state in the country. The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity estimates employment within the industry will grow over 15 percent over the next five years.

Upon graduation from an HVAC program the average entry-level annual ranges between $26,000 to $30,000. With several years of experience, annual average salaries jump to $45,000. Once you gain 4-6 years of experience, it is not uncommon to secure salaries between $50,000 and $70,000.