Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Training

The heating and air conditioning (HVAC) program at Northern Maine Community College prepares students for careers as building contractors, heating and air conditioning franchises, independent businesses, plumbing supply and hardware shop owners, home improvement wholesalers, and more. The program focuses on applying technical knowledge and skills to repair, install, service, and maintain the operating condition of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Program courses include: diagnostic techniques, the use of testing equipment, refrigeration technology, and principles of mechanics and electricity. Get more details below including other Maine colleges that offer heating and air conditioning (HVAC) training.

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Northern Maine Community College

11 Hills Beach Rd, Biddeford, ME

Northern Maine Community College, located on Presque Isle, Maine, is a public two year institution founded in 1961 to provide residents of its service region higher education opportunities. The school took over the grounds of the former Presque Isle Air Force Base and is one of the seven colleges that comprise the Maine Community College System, responsible for proving two year education and career training throughout the state.

Academics

NMCC offers a variety of programs aimed at assisting student pursue their goals as efficiently and with as much quality as possible. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the first two years of a four year education, followed by applying to four year colleges and universities in order to continue that education and earn their bachelor's degree. Career and vocational programs provide an education aimed at preparing students for entry into the workforce in one of the many high demand fields and industries available for training in at the school. Programs take between one and two years to complete, resulting in a certificate or degree upon completion.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Nursing
• Liberal Studies
• Early Childhood Education

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in enrollment at Northern Maine Community College may do so through the completion of the application and payment of fees as part of the school's open enrollment policy. Students are asked to provide previous transcripts and test scores, and may be requires to take a placement exam prior to registration. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and is awarded based on need as determine by the information a student provides on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which should be submitted prior to posted deadlines.

Career Options for Graduates

Heating and Air Conditioning Mechanics and Installers

Description

Install, service, or repair heating and air conditioning systems in residences or commercial establishments.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, heating and air conditioning mechanics and installers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 13.6% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).