HVAC Professional Certification

The #1 HVAC Training Program in the Northeast

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Do you want a secure, well-paying career that makes a real difference in your community? Are you seeking a challenging, engaging job that won’t leave you trapped at a desk? The HVAC industry might be just what you’re looking for.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that the United States will add more than 400,000 new HVAC jobs this decade. Employers need candidates with advanced training to fill these roles, and the MEMA Technical Education Center has the best HVAC school to give you a full-spectrum education.

HVAC Professional Certification is MTEC’s most popular, and most comprehensive, course of study. Developed strategically by instructors with decades of experience in the industry, our HVAC Pro course unites the training of our Propane and Natural Gas Technician, Oilheat Technician, and A/C and Heat Pump courses.

Students who complete this intensive program are prepared for a career in a fast-growing industry — and they are the most in-demand prospects for HVAC jobs.

You can complete this program in less than 90 days and be on the fast track for all your Maine state certifications. HVAC Pro offers:

  • A comprehensive overview of the industry
  • Hands-on instruction in our state-of-the-art lab facility
  • Installation and service skills for today’s central A/C and heat pump systems
  • Skills and safety training for oil, natural gas and propane heating systems
  • EPA 608 certification
  • Everything you need to know to pass your state certification exams!

Our HVAC Pro course is designed to equip students with the comprehensive skills and certifications needed to start a successful career in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning industry. Over 11 intensive weeks, students gain both hands-on experience and technical knowledge across every major aspect of HVAC work. The course breakdown is as follows:
 
  • Basic Electricity
  • Controls
  • PERC Education Program (PEP) Modules
  • Venting Gas
  • Oilburners
  • Heating Systems
  • Customer Service
  • Tank Setter
  • Intro to A/C and Heat Pumps
  • EPA 608
  • Codes

By the end of this program, graduates are job-ready, fast tracked for state certification, and confident in their ability to work across a wide range of HVAC systems and environments.

Your Career-Ready Tool Kit

At MTEC, we set you up for success from day one. When you enroll in the HVAC Pro course, your tuition includes a complete tool kit that includes everything you’ll need for training and for starting your career in the field.

Every student receives:

  • Essential hand tools: adjustable wrenches, pipe wrenches, combination wrenches, metric sets, and Allen wrenches
  • Screwdrivers for every job: straight blade, 6-in-1, Torx bit, nut drivers, and specialty options
  • Electrical tools: clamp-on amp/volt/ohm meter, Category III multi-meter, and press/vacuum gauges
  • Sheet metal & cutting tools: tubing cutters (including Rigid #15 with reamer), pump pliers, lineman’s pliers, sheet metal snips, and utility knife/Leatherman
  • Safety gear & accessories: safety glasses, refrigerant gloves, pocket thermometer, flashlight, and grill lighter
  • Organization: sturdy tool box or bag and colored pencils/highlighter for note taking

You may view the full tool list here. From precision gauges to protective safety gear, this comprehensive set ensures you’re job-ready on graduation day — and ready to walk onto any job site with confidence.

What makes the HVAC Professional Certification Program better than other training?

First and foremost, MTEC is guided and supported by 300 member companies in Maine and across the Northeast. HVAC leaders have developed this program specifically to train tomorrow’s best technicians. These companies helped form the curriculum and provide current equipment for our hands-on lab.

Secondly, 100% of your time will be focused on training for your trade. There are no “gen. ed.” or filler classes.
As an HVAC Pro student, you’ll have access to this network of HVAC companies. Many of our students have a job offer before completing the program!

Do I need prior training to enroll in this program?

Not at all. We have designed this program so that committed, hardworking students can start with little or no technical knowledge and receive a comprehensive education in the course of a semester.

How long does completing the HVAC Pro program take?

You can finish your courses and lab work in less than 90 days and be on your way to beginning an apprenticeship, taking your state exams, and earning money as an HVAC professional!

Can I take this program parttime?

No — the HVAC Pro course is only offered full-time. This program is an accelerated, 11-week fast-track designed to get you into the field and earning as quickly as possible.

If full-time isn’t the right fit right now, don’t worry! We also offer a limited number of evening courses and the option to take classes à la carte to help you move toward your HVAC career at your own pace.

How will this program give me a head start in an HVAC career?

The MTEC program puts you on the fast track to state certification and offers many advantages as you start your career.

  • When you complete the HVAC Pro courses, you earn a 200-H our Oil Heat Certificate that reduces your required apprenticeship time from 2,000 hours to 1,000.
  • You’ll have the skills and specialized knowledge needed to pass the Maine State Journeyman Oil Burner Exam, the State Propane and Natural Gas Exam, the Tank Installer Certification and the EPA Certification Exam.
  • Your propane and natural gas training meets the standards of the Propane Education Research Council’s (PERC) Propane Education Program (PEP).

Can MTEC help me with lodging and expenses?

MTEC has a low-cost lodging arrangement with a high-quality hotel less than a mile from campus. We can also help direct you to financial assistance options.

What are your registration and refund policies?

You can read them in detail here.

Class Name Cost Starts Ends
HVAC Professional Program Member: $12,000.00; Non-Member: $14,000.00 July 6, 2026 September 18, 2026
HVAC Professional Program Member: $12,000.00 ; Non-Member: $14,000.00 September 29, 2026 December 11, 2026

Enroll today and begin the journey to a fulfilling HVAC career!

Whether you’re just beginning your career or making a change to a new chapter in your professional life, MTEC can give you the training you need to succeed!

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