- Part of: HVAC/R Technician Certificate
- Program Duration: 202.5 contact hours
- Delivery Method: MDC Blended (In-Person + Online)
- Location: North Campus
HVAC Fundamentals
with NCCER Core + OSHA-10
- Comprehensive hands-on training in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems
- Earn prestigious NCCER Core and NCCER HVAC/R Level 1 certifications
- Comprehensive hands-on training in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems
- Earn prestigious NCCER Core and NCCER HVAC/R Level 1 certifications
- Complete OSHA 10 safety card training for workplace compliance
Start Your HVAC Career Today
Join hundreds of successful graduates working in the thriving HVAC industry.
About HVAC Fundamentals with NCCER Core + OSHA-10
- Our HVAC Fundamentals program combines theoretical knowledge with practical, real-world experience. You'll work with actual HVAC systems, refrigeration equipment, and industry-standard tools in our fully equipped construction lab.
- Learn essential skills including heat transfer principles, fluid dynamics, pressure systems, refrigerant handling, electrical fundamentals, motor maintenance, and troubleshooting techniques that employers demand.
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Frequently Asked Questions About HVAC Training
You'll gain comprehensive knowledge and hands-on skills in HVAC/R systems including construction basics, industry safety procedures, heat transfer principles, fluid dynamics, pressure systems, refrigerant handling, piping and tubing fabrication, electrical fundamentals, motor maintenance, and troubleshooting. The program prepares you for entry-level positions in the HVAC industry.
Upon successful completion, you'll earn three industry-recognized certifications: OSHA 10 Card (workplace safety), NCCER Core Certification (construction fundamentals), and NCCER HVAC/R Level 1 Certification (HVAC-specific skills). These credentials are highly valued by employers nationwide.
Absolutely! The HVAC Fundamentals program is designed for individuals new to the industry. We start with foundational concepts and gradually progress to more complex systems. Our experienced instructors provide comprehensive training from day one, making it perfect for career changers and newcomers.
The HVAC industry is experiencing strong growth with excellent job prospects. HVAC technicians are in high demand across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. Graduates typically find employment quickly with competitive salaries and opportunities for advancement to supervisory or business ownership roles.
No prior HVAC experience is required. However, basic math skills and a high school diploma or GED are recommended. We welcome career changers, recent graduates, and anyone interested in entering the skilled trades. Our instructors will help you build all necessary skills from the ground up.
You'll work with industry-standard HVAC tools and equipment including refrigeration servicing equipment, pressure gauges, electrical testing tools, piping and tubing fabrication equipment, and various hand tools. All equipment training is provided by our experienced instructors in our fully equipped construction lab.
Ready to Launch Your
HVAC Career?
Contact Miami Dade College's School of Continuing Education and Professional Development to learn more about the HVAC Fundamentals program, flexible scheduling options, financial aid, and how to get started on your path to industry-recognized certification.
