Midland Testing — HVAC/R Certifications
About This Exam
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.
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HVAC/R Technician — Core
Covers foundational HVAC/R knowledge: electrical theory, refrigeration cycle, tools and safety, system components, and basic troubleshooting. Required before any specialty track assessment.
Air Conditioning & Heat Pumps
Validates skills in residential and light commercial A/C and heat pump systems — system installation, charging, diagnosing faults, and heat pump reversing valve operation.
Gas & Oil Heating
Covers installation, service, and troubleshooting of forced-air gas furnaces, oil burners, and hydronic heating systems. Includes combustion analysis, venting, and safety controls.
Commercial Refrigeration
Tests knowledge of commercial refrigeration systems — reach-in cases, walk-in coolers and freezers, condensing units, and supermarket systems. Includes system design, leak detection, and recovery procedures.
Light Commercial HVAC/R
Covers rooftop units, split systems, packaged equipment, and light commercial refrigeration. Bridges the gap between residential service and full commercial systems.
How It Works
All exams are proctored. Most are administered in-person at our Indianapolis testing center.
In-Person (Required)
Proctored at our Indianapolis testing center. Appointment required — no walk-ins. Arrive 15 minutes early with valid government-issued photo ID.
Jobs This Credential Unlocks
Employers use these credentials as a hiring filter. Knowing the target level before you test helps you prepare to the right standard.
HVAC/R Installer Helper
Assists journeyman techs on residential installs
Maintenance Technician
Preventive maintenance, filter changes, basic service
Refrigeration Apprentice
Entry-level food service and cold storage work
Residential HVAC Technician
Full-service residential installs and repairs
HVAC Service Tech
Seasonal tune-ups, warranty service, emergency calls
Heat Pump Specialist
Inverter and variable-speed heat pump systems
Commercial Refrigeration Technician
Grocery stores, restaurants, cold storage facilities
Light Commercial HVAC Tech
Rooftop units, small commercial split systems
Facilities HVAC Tech
Office buildings, schools, healthcare facilities
Ready to Get Certified?
All exams are by appointment only. Walk-ins are not accepted. Same-day appointments may be available depending on capacity — call us to check.