Testing & Credential Exams

Federal refrigerant handling certification required by the EPA Clean Air Act. It is illegal to purchase or handle refrigerants without this certification. Elevate is a nationally authorized proctor site for both ESCO Group and Mainstream Engineering. Required for any HVAC technician who services, maintains, or disposes of equipment containing refrigerants.

NRF RISE Up credentials are nationally recognized workforce certifications for customer service, retail, and business roles. Issued by the National Retail Federation Foundation — the largest retail trade association in the world. Recognized by major employers including Walmart, Target, Macy's, and thousands of small businesses.

Elevate is an authorized Certiport testing center. Certiport delivers performance-based certification exams for Microsoft, Adobe, CompTIA, Intuit, and IC3. Exams are taken on a computer and test real-world skills — not just memorization. Credentials are issued by the respective technology company and recognized globally by employers.

NHA Authorized Testing Center. NHA is one of the largest allied health certification bodies in the United States. Credentials are nationally recognized by hospitals, clinics, physician offices, and long-term care facilities. All exams are computer-based and proctored in person.

The National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) is a portable, evidence-based credential recognized by 22,000+ employers nationwide. Earned by passing three ACT WorkKeys assessments. Elevate is an authorized ACT testing site. Scores are valid for 5 years.

OSHA Outreach Training Program certifications issued through the U.S. Department of Labor. The OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 are the most widely recognized workplace safety credentials in the country. Required by many construction employers, union apprenticeship programs, and federal contractors. A DOL wallet card is issued upon completion — valid for life.

Elevate is an authorized Midland testing partner for HVAC/R trade certifications. Midland provides nationally recognized written and practical assessments for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration technicians. Credentials are issued by Midland upon passing and are recognized by employers, contractors, and state licensing boards across the country.