HVAC technician servicing a rooftop unit in Indianapolis

HVAC Certification

Install, service, and repair heating and cooling systems. EPA 608 Universal certification proctored on-site.

6 Weeks

Duration

30–40

Hours / Week

hybrid

Delivery

Credentials

Program Overview

Elevate's HVAC program trains you to install, diagnose, and repair residential and commercial heating and cooling systems. You'll earn the EPA 608 Universal certification — required by federal law to handle refrigerants — proctored on-site at Elevate.

HVAC technicians are among the highest-demand skilled trades in Indiana. Graduates start at $18–$25/hr with clear advancement to $38–$50/hr within a few years. WIOA and Workforce Ready Grant funding covers tuition for eligible participants.

How It Works

1
Apply
Submit your application. No prior HVAC experience required.
2
Enroll
Confirm WIOA/WRG funding eligibility through WorkOne or choose self-pay.
3
Train
Hands-on labs, live equipment diagnostics, refrigerant handling, and electrical wiring over 12 weeks.
4
Credential
Pass the EPA 608 Universal exam (all four sections) proctored on-site. Earn OSHA 10.
5
Employment
Resume prep, mock interviews, and direct introductions to HVAC employer partners in Indianapolis.

Credentials You Earn

EPA 608 Universal Certification

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Required by federal law to purchase and handle refrigerants. Universal covers all equipment types.

OSHA 10 General Industry

OSHA

Workplace safety certification required by most HVAC employers.

HVAC Excellence Employment Ready Certificate

HVAC Excellence

Industry-recognized credential verifying entry-level HVAC competency.

Funding & Payment

This Program May Cost You $0

HVAC Certification is approved for federal and state workforce funding. Eligible Indiana residents can have 100% of tuition, books, and certification exam fees covered through programs like WIOA, Workforce Ready Grant, FSSA IMPACT. Eligibility is based on income, employment status, and other factors determined by your local workforce office.

WIOA — approved training provider

Workforce Ready Grant — approved training provider

FSSA IMPACT — approved training provider

How to Check Your Eligibility:

1Visit www.indianacareerconnect.com and create an account
2Search for "Elevate for Humanity" under training providers
3Schedule an appointment with your local WorkOne office to complete an eligibility assessment
4Once approved, your WorkOne case manager will issue a training voucher — you pay nothing

Indiana Career Connect Call Us: (317) 314-3757

WorkOne Locations (Indianapolis Area)

WorkOne Indy — West

3400 W 16th St, Indianapolis, IN 46222

(317) 916-4600

WorkOne Indy — East

2511 E 46th St, Suite B, Indianapolis, IN 46205

(317) 916-4600

EmployIndy

1845 W 18th St, Suite B, Indianapolis, IN 46202

(317) 639-4400

WorkOne Express — Library

40 E St. Clair St, Indianapolis, IN 46204

(317) 275-4100

Don't Qualify for Funding? We Have Options.

If you don't qualify for WIOA or other workforce funding, you can still enroll. We offer flexible self-pay options so cost is never a barrier to your career:

Payment plan — choose your down payment and weekly amount
Affirm — monthly financing, 0% APR available, instant decision
Sezzle — 4 interest-free payments every 2 weeks
Pay in full — one-time payment
Employer sponsorship — your employer can pay directly

Start your HVAC career in 12 weeks.

EPA 608 Universal proctored on-site. Most students pay $0 with workforce funding.

Apply Now Check Eligibility

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need prior experience to enroll?+

No prior HVAC experience is required. Basic math skills and the ability to work with hand tools are helpful. We start from fundamentals.

Is the EPA 608 exam included?+

Yes. The EPA 608 Universal exam is proctored on-site at Elevate during Week 11. The exam fee is included in tuition (or covered by funding when applicable).

What funding is available?+

WIOA and Indiana Workforce Ready Grant funding are available for eligible residents. Eligibility is determined by your local WorkOne office. Many students pay $0. Self-pay tuition is $5,000. BNPL financing available through Affirm and Sezzle.

What tools will I need?+

A basic tool kit is provided during training. Graduates are expected to purchase their own professional tool set before starting employment. We provide a recommended list.

Is there job placement assistance?+

Yes. Week 12 is dedicated to career placement: resume review, interview preparation, and direct introductions to our employer partners in the Indianapolis area.

Program Overview

How It Works

Apply

Submit your application. No prior HVAC experience required.

Enroll

Confirm WIOA/WRG funding eligibility through WorkOne or choose self-pay.

Train

Hands-on labs, live equipment diagnostics, refrigerant handling, and electrical wiring over 12 weeks.

Credential

Pass the EPA 608 Universal exam (all four sections) proctored on-site. Earn OSHA 10.

Employment

Resume prep, mock interviews, and direct introductions to HVAC employer partners in Indianapolis.

Credentials You Earn

EPA 608 Universal Certification

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Required by federal law to purchase and handle refrigerants. Universal covers all equipment types.

OSHA 10 General Industry

OSHA

Workplace safety certification required by most HVAC employers.

HVAC Excellence Employment Ready Certificate

HVAC Excellence

Industry-recognized credential verifying entry-level HVAC competency.

Funding & Payment

This Program May Cost You $0

WIOA — approved training provider

Workforce Ready Grant — approved training provider

FSSA IMPACT — approved training provider

How to Check Your Eligibility:

1Visit www.indianacareerconnect.com and create an account
2Search for "Elevate for Humanity" under training providers
3Schedule an appointment with your local WorkOne office to complete an eligibility assessment
4Once approved, your WorkOne case manager will issue a training voucher — you pay nothing

Indiana Career Connect Call Us: (317) 314-3757

WorkOne Locations (Indianapolis Area)

WorkOne Indy — West

3400 W 16th St, Indianapolis, IN 46222

(317) 916-4600

WorkOne Indy — East

2511 E 46th St, Suite B, Indianapolis, IN 46205

(317) 916-4600

EmployIndy

1845 W 18th St, Suite B, Indianapolis, IN 46202

(317) 639-4400

WorkOne Express — Library

40 E St. Clair St, Indianapolis, IN 46204

(317) 275-4100

Don't Qualify for Funding? We Have Options.

If you don't qualify for WIOA or other workforce funding, you can still enroll. We offer flexible self-pay options so cost is never a barrier to your career:

Payment plan — choose your down payment and weekly amount
Affirm — monthly financing, 0% APR available, instant decision
Sezzle — 4 interest-free payments every 2 weeks
Pay in full — one-time payment
Employer sponsorship — your employer can pay directly

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need prior experience to enroll?+

No prior HVAC experience is required. Basic math skills and the ability to work with hand tools are helpful. We start from fundamentals.

Is the EPA 608 exam included?+

Yes. The EPA 608 Universal exam is proctored on-site at Elevate during Week 11. The exam fee is included in tuition (or covered by funding when applicable).

What funding is available?+

What tools will I need?+

A basic tool kit is provided during training. Graduates are expected to purchase their own professional tool set before starting employment. We provide a recommended list.

Is there job placement assistance?+

Yes. Week 12 is dedicated to career placement: resume review, interview preparation, and direct introductions to our employer partners in the Indianapolis area.