How to Get Licensed for Furnace Repair
Heating and air-condition technicians (HVAC) work directly with furnace repair. Trained repair specialists must be able to work with furnaces and ventilation systems in residential, commercial and industrial locations. HVAC technicians must be trained thoroughly in all aspects of how heating and cooling systems work as well as standard quality control of the systems.
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Find an entry-level position working for an HVAC contractor that requires no skills in the field of HVAC. It will help you to learn skills involved with installing and repairing furnaces informally while working on the job. Search for HVAC contractors online or in the phone book and look for HVAC technicians who are offering apprenticeships.
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Receive thorough training from a technical school, community college or formal apprenticeship. Apprenticeships will typically last up to three to four years and are sometimes combined with classroom training. You can earn a two-year associates degree for heating and cooling systems at a community college.
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Check with your state's business office to determine if you must pass a qualifying exam to be a certified HVAC contractor. For example, in Virginia the Department of Professional & Occupational Regulation requires that you obtain the Board for Contractors Tradesman License by passing a written exam. Other states may require certification in the field in order to obtain an HVAC license.
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Receive certification from one of the programs offered by HVAC Excellence. Make sure you follow all guidelines and regulations presented by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for further certification. Once you're certified you'll be officially licensed for furnace repair.
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Tips & Warnings
Another place where a technician in training can receive certification is the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER).
