Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
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Certification Description Tests a candidate's knowledge of the installation, service, maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems. System sizes are limited to 30 tons or less cooling capacity.
Certifying Organization
North American Technician Excellence, Inc.
http://www.natex.org/site/1/Home
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes
Air Conditioning Installation Technician
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Certification Description Tests a candidate's knowledge of the installation, service, maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems. System sizes are limited to 12,000 CFM or less airflow.
Certifying Organization
North American Technician Excellence, Inc.
http://www.natex.org/site/1/Home
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes
Air Distribution Installation Certification
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Certification Description Tests a candidate's knowledge of the installation, service, maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems. System sizes are limited to 30 tons or less cooling capacity.
Certifying Organization
North American Technician Excellence, Inc.
http://www.natex.org/site/1/Home
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes
Air to Air Heat Pump Installation
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Certification Description Certified Master Technician rating is designed to test the skills of a quality appliance technician with at least two years of experience. To qualify the candidate must pass all 8 skill modules with a passing grade of at least 75%.
Certifying Organization
Professional Service Association
http://www.psaworld.com/main.html
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 4 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
Certified Appliance Professional Master Technician
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Certification Description Rating is designed for graduates of vocational schools who have completed their training. This serves as proof that the graduate has attained the knowledge necessary to perform in accordance to national skill standards. This certification is good for a period of two years. After successfully completing two years of employment as a appliance service technician, the graduate can request an up grade to Master Technician with the approval of his employer.
Certifying Organization
Professional Service Association
http://www.psaworld.com/main.html
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
Certified Graduate Technician
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Certification Description Certified Technician rating is designed to test the skills of a quality appliance technician with at least two years of experience in
specific skill areas. To qualify the candidate must pass the Core module, the Consumer module and at least one other technical
module of their choice. By successfully completing these requirements, the candidate will be certified in the specific technical
skills that they have passed. The certification is good for four years before renewal is required.
Certifying Organization
Professional Service Association
http://www.psaworld.com/main.html
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 4 Years
Certified Technician
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Certification Description The HEP Crew Leader certification demonstrates advanced competency through rigorous written and field exams, and work experience prerequisites. By obtaining the Crew Leader certification, you prove that you have the ability to ensure the quality, and supervision, of the installation and performance of prescribed energy efficiency upgrades, as laid out in a scope of work.
Certifying Organization
Building Performance Institute
http://www.bpihomeowner.org/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes
Crew Leader
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Certification Description Tests a candidate's knowledge of the installation, service, maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems. System sizes are limited to 400,000 BTU or less heating capacity.
Certifying Organization
North American Technician Excellence, Inc.
http://www.natex.org/site/1/Home
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes
Gas Heating (Air) Installation
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Certification Description Earning the Infiltration and Duct Leakage (IDL) certification is a simple, comprehensive, and affordable way for builders, remodelers, HVAC, insulation, and other contractors to gain the skills needed to offer duct leakage and blower door tests, in compliance with IECC codes for new home construction or existing home remodels.
Certifying Organization
Building Performance Institute
http://www.bpihomeowner.org/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes
Infiltration and Duct Leakage
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Certification Description Are you an experienced vocational instructor or HVAC professional who is looking to take your career to the next level? If so, EPIC may be an option for you. EPIC is an extremely intensive four-day class.
Certifying Organization
Air Conditioning Contractors of America
https://www.acca.org/home
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
Instructor Certification
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Certification Description Commercial buildings may experience high occupancy leading to indoor air quality (IAQ) concerns, and contain a variety of equipment and controls unique to commercial applications. This certification addresses the unique issues involved in the service and maintenance of light commercial air conditioning systems up to 25 tons.
Certifying Organization
ESCO Group
https://www.escogroup.org/hvac/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Light Commercial Air Conditioning Certification
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Certification Description The HVAC Quality Installation (QI) standard requires an initial system design based on correct procedures developed by ACCA. Understanding proper load calculation and duct design, and knowing how to use software the right way, is key to ensuring a quality system installation.
Certifying Organization
Air Conditioning Contractors of America
https://www.acca.org/home
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
Light Commercial HVAC Design
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Certification Description The commercial refrigeration technician must act quickly and accurately in troubleshooting and service situations. Competency is essential when perishables are at risk.
Certifying Organization
ESCO Group
https://www.escogroup.org/hvac/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Light Commercial Refrigeration Certification
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Certification Description Tests a candidate's knowledge of the installation, service, maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems. System sizes are limited to 400,000 BTU or less heating capacity.
Certifying Organization
North American Technician Excellence, Inc.
http://www.natex.org/site/1/Home
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes
Oil Heating (Air) Installation Certification
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Certification Description Air Conditioning Certification establishes a basis for all other residential certifications involving the vapor compression refrigeration system. A properly maintained system by a qualified technician should deliver years of trouble free operation.
Certifying Organization
ESCO Group
https://www.escogroup.org/hvac/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Residential Air Conditioning Certification
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Certification Description The HVAC Quality Installation (QI) standard requires an initial system design based on correct procedures developed by ACCA. Understanding proper load calculation and duct design, and knowing how to use software the right way, is key to ensuring a quality system installation.
Certifying Organization
Air Conditioning Contractors of America
https://www.acca.org/home
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
Residential HVAC Design for Quality Installation
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Certifying Organization
National Inspection, Testing and Certification Corporation
http://nationalitc.com/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
STAR Residential-Light Commercial HVACR Mastery
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