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Program Activities
This 17-week training will prepare you for immediate employment in the busy HVAC industry. In order to support success, participants will be provided work boots, a Chromebook, tools, and lunches on campus as well as wraparound support services to ensure barrier resolution. Participants will also receive milestone rewards as they complete the course requirements. This training includes NORA Bronze Oil burner training, OSHA-10, EPA 608 training, and NATE HVAC Ready-to-Work. Your days will include hands-on learning opportunities with real HVAC tools and equipment, hands-on and online simulations, lectures, and discussions with your class. Once you have completed the 4-month training, you will have a two-month paid internship with a local HVAC company. There is an additional year of follow-up and support built into the program where participants will meet with mentors and their cohort monthly for questions and support.
Learn more at https://train.gcc.mass.edu/workshops/entry-level-hvac-training-program/
Program is Offered In
English
Program Hours per Week
35 hours per week
Information About Program Hours
Most of the training program is completed in person during the program hours, but there is additional practice that is completed outside of class hours to prepare for the credentialing exams (up to 5 hours per week).
Program Duration
17 weeks
Rolling Admission
Yes
Program Start Dates
October 6, 2025
March 2, 2026
August 17, 2026
Sample Schedule
| Hours | Activity Type | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
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| 8:00am - 11:00am | HVAC Lecture and Classroom Training | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| 11:30am - 2:30pm | HVAC Lab and Skills Training | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Other Schedule Information
Most of the training program is completed in person during the program hours, but there may be some additional practice that can be completed outside of class hours to prepare for the credentialing exams.
Program Requirements
This program has technical standards aligned with HVAC industry job activities related to bending and lifting.
Program is CORI-friendly?
Yes
Anticipated outcomes
Participants in our HVAC program may earn the following industry-recognized credentials: OSHA 10 | NORA Bronze Certified Technician | Massachusetts Oil Burner License | NATE Ready-to-Work Certificate | EPA 608 Certificate
Additional outcomes: Employment/Promotion | Industry skills gain
Participant Supports
| Participant Support Category | All participants | As needed |
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| Transportation | ✓ | |
| DTA Child Care Referral | ✓ | |
| Test/License Fees | ✓ | |
| Books/Supplies | ✓ | |
| Clothing/Uniforms | ✓ | |
| Technology (Laptop) | ✓ | |
| Wifi Hotspot | ✓ | |
| Lunch | ✓ | |
| Grocery Cards | ✓ |
Are there any out of pocket expenses for the participant?
No
Do participants receive any pay?
Not applicable
Location
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1 College Drive, Greenfield MA (Greenfield Community College)
Public Transit Information
Greenfield Community College: There is ample free parking, and the institution is accessible via public transportation (FRTA).
May meet the ABAWD work rules?
Yes
Phone Number
Program Contact
Corinne Marton or Sharon Cates