HVAC Apprenticeship
Applications for the 2025-26 School Year Are Now Closed
If you're interested in becoming an HVAC professional or are currently employed by a licensed HVAC company, train to become a licensed journeyperson through Harford's partnership with the Heating and Air Conditioning Contractors of Maryland.
Well-trained, reliable technicians are in constant demand in the industry. Successfully complete this program and you'll be able to earn a HVAC journeyperson license from the Maryland Department of Labor without taking the exam. This program is a four-year curriculum that gives credit for on-the-job and classroom training. Applications are accepted May 1 through July 15 for the September classes.
CLASSROOM TOPICS INCLUDE:
- Basic Heating Cycle
- Refrigeration Cycles & Basic Refrigeration
- HVAC Controls - Start Up & Testing
- Advanced Refrigeration & Pipe Fitting
- Refrigeration Installation & Service
- Raceway, Box & Conductor Sizing
- Trade Math/Heat Loss/Gain Calculations
- BOCA Mechanical Code
On-the-job training enables you to learn skills to troubleshoot, repair, replace HVAC and refrigeration systems. Apprentices learn about different types of systems, electrical and gas use, and safety and regulations for the HVAC industry.
TIME NEEDED TO COMPLETE PROGRAM:
4 years
CREDENTIAL(S) OFFERED:
Maryland State HVAC Journeyworker License
CONTACT:
Heating and Air-Conditioning Contractors of Maryland (HACCMD)/Stephanie Anderson
| 410.431.8889 | info@haccmd.org | haccmd.org
What's Next?
Upon successful completion of this program, your journeyworker certificate increases your marketability as an HVAC Technician and qualifies you to earn a journeyworker's wage. HVAC journeyworker licenses are issued through the State of Maryland. Students may continue training to become a Master Technician and possibly own their own business. They also have the option to enroll in a Harford Community College degree program and transfer up to 21 college credit hours toward an associate degree.
An HVAC Technician, or a Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Technician, installs and repairs air quality systems. Their main duties include locating and diagnosing maintenance problems on equipment, conducting warranty services and performing emergency repairs.
An increased demand for technicians, and the retirement age of technicians in the current workforce, creates strong prospects for employment opportunities.