Start your path toward a high-demand HVACR career with hands-on training and industry certifications.

The heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) industry plays a vital role in modern life, supporting everything from healthcare and technology to food preservation and everyday comfort at home and work. As the HVACR industry continues to grow and evolve with new technologies, employers increasingly seek professionals with strong technical skills, problem-solving abilities, communication expertise, and customer service capabilities.

At Stark State College, our HVACR technology program prepares you to meet these demands and excel in a wide range of career opportunities, including:

• Field service technician
• System design technician
• Sales professional for factories, distributors, or dealers
• Technical representative
• Project estimator or manager
• Customer service manager

Graduates of the program earn an associate of applied science degree in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) technology, opening doors to a rewarding career with opportunities for advancement.

Stackable HVACR certificates

Build your career step-by-step with our stackable HVACR certificates, all of which apply directly toward the associate degree in HVACR technology. These include:

• HVACR commercial technician certificate
• HVACR technician certificate – Level I
• HVACR technician certificate – Level II
• One-year HVACR certificate

These HVAC classes allow you to earn valuable HVACR certifications and credentials while progressing toward a two-year degree, making it easier to enter the workforce quickly or advance your education over time.

Hands-on learning in state-of-the-art labs

Stark State’s HVACR program features more than 4,000 square feet of commercial/industrial and residential labs, as well as a 750-square-foot full sheet metal lab. These labs are equipped with the latest HVACR and refrigeration systems thanks to strong partnerships with local businesses. You’ll get real-world training with cutting-edge equipment to prepare for today’s job market.

Industry-recognized HVACR certifications

Students in the HVACR program can earn several key industry certifications, including:

• EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Certification
• ARI ICE (Industry Competency Exams)
• NATE (North American Technician Excellence) Exams – Four NATE-approved courses are available, including options for re-certification.

These certifications are highly valued by employers and enhance your resume while you’re still in school.

Continue your education

Stark State also offers a state-accredited HVAC Technology certificate that includes many of the program’s core technical HVAC classes. For those looking to pursue further education, Stark State has an articulation agreement with Ferris State University, allowing you to earn a four-year degree after completing your associate degree.

Take the first step toward a high-demand career in HVACR. Enroll in HVAC classes at Stark State College today and start earning the HVACR certifications and credentials that employers are looking for.