This program may cost you $0 — WIOA and Workforce Ready Grant funding available for eligible Indiana residents.
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12-Week Workforce Training Program
You could be earning $18–$25/hr fixing AC units 90 days from now — with certifications that follow you for life.
What you earn when you complete this program
Week by week
No fluff. Every week builds toward a job-ready skill set.
HVAC Fundamentals
How heating and cooling systems work. Tools, safety, and industry standards.
Electrical Systems
Wiring, circuits, controls, and electrical diagnostics on real equipment.
Refrigeration Cycle
Refrigerant handling, pressure-temperature relationships, EPA 608 core concepts.
System Installation & Repair
AC units, furnaces, heat pumps — install, troubleshoot, and repair.
Advanced Diagnostics
Fault isolation, system performance testing, and customer communication.
EPA 608 Exam Prep
Proctored practice exams. Core, Type I, II, III, and Universal certification prep.
Career Readiness
Resume, job placement support, employer introductions, and certification wrap-up.
Career pathway
HVAC is one of the highest-demand trades in Indiana. Here's where this program takes you.
Day 1 after cert
HVAC Helper / Installer
$18–$22/hr
6–12 months
HVAC Technician
$22–$30/hr
2–3 years
Senior Tech / Lead
$30–$40/hr
3–5 years
Business Owner
$60K–$100K+
Graduates are qualified for entry-level HVAC helper and installer roles ($18–$22/hr) with a clear path to licensed technician ($22–$30/hr).
A 12-week hands-on HVAC training program covering refrigeration fundamentals, electrical systems, EPA 608 certification, and real-world diagnostics. Elevate for Humanity is an approved EPA 608 proctor testing site.
Must be 18 or older. No prior HVAC experience required. Indiana resident preferred for workforce funding eligibility.
Module 1
Introduction to heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Tools, safety, and industry standards.
Ready to start?
WIOA and Workforce Ready Grant funding covers tuition for eligible Indiana residents. EPA 608 Universal certification proctored on-site. Most students pay nothing.
Module 2
Wiring, circuits, controls, and electrical diagnostics on real HVAC equipment.
Module 3
Refrigerant handling, pressure-temperature relationships, and EPA 608 core concepts.
Module 4
Installing residential AC units, furnaces, and heat pumps to manufacturer and code specifications.
Module 5
Diagnosing and repairing common failures in residential and light commercial HVAC systems.
Module 6
System performance testing, fault isolation, and advanced troubleshooting techniques.
Module 7
Targeted preparation for EPA 608 Universal certification — Core, Type I, II, and III sections.
Module 8
OSHA 10-hour construction safety certification covering hazard recognition and prevention.
Module 9
CPR and First Aid certification required by most HVAC employers for field positions.
Module 10
Resume building, job placement support, employer introductions, and program wrap-up.
