Building & Construction
Pending professional review: this program and its curriculum has not yet been verified by a licensed professional engineer or master tradesperson. Study draft only.
HVAC/R
9–12 mo full-time · 1800 clock hours. VT-BUILD-V1 #9754 (2026-09-26): courses, lessons and assessments written for the trade by the build hub; draft pending review.
Core curriculum
Workplace safety, lockout/tagout, and PPEtrade math and measurementprofessional communication and career readinessrefrigeration cycle principles and system componentselectrical theory, wiring, and controlsheat pump operation and serviceductwork fabrication, installation, and balancingresidential and light-commercial load calculationcommercial refrigeration systems and troubleshootingcapstone project integrating learned skillsexternship and supervised worksite placementpreparation for EPA 608, NATE, HVAC Excellence, and NCCER HVAC certification exams
Course & assessment plan
10 courses · 1,800 clock hours · tuition $19,640 COMPLIMENTARY (exam and licensing fees separate; see tuition). Universal core → one competency course per curriculum area → capstone → externship/clinical → exam prep. Open the full plan with every assessment.
Certification & licensure
| Credential | Type | Issuing body |
|---|---|---|
| EPA 608 Universal | Industry certification | U.S. Environmental Protection Agency |
| HVAC Excellence | Industry certification | HVAC Excellence |
| NATE | Industry certification | North American Technician Excellence |
| NCCER HVAC | Industry certification | National Center for Construction Education and Research |
Career poster
Pay, jobs and growth on the poster come from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 data). Tuition terms are the live offer; see tuition.
Universal core (all programs)
| Module | Hours |
|---|---|
| Workplace safety (OSHA 10) | 10 |
| First aid / CPR / AED | 8 |
| Applied math & measurement | 40 |
| Technical reading & writing | 30 |
| Digital literacy (IC3/MOS) | 30 |
| Career readiness (NCCER Core / WorkKeys) | 30 |
Stackable pathways
Mechanical Systems: Appliance Repair → HVAC/R → Plumbing & Pipefitting → Industrial Maintenance
