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Curriculum and Key Takeaways
Ten Weeks. One New Career. Here’s Exactly What You’ll Learn at Su’Coy CLC
Wondering what actually happens between “enrolled” and “employed”? At Su’Coy Community Learning Center, there’s no mystery box. Every week builds a skill, from wiring your first thermostat to brazing your first line set. By week 10, you’re not just holding a diploma, you’re holding tools you already know how to use. Here’s your roadmap, week by week.
- Hands-On From Week One
- EPA 608 Exam Built In
- Uniforms & Materials Included
- Job-Ready, Not Just Book-Ready
Your Week-By-Week HVAC Training Breakdown
Build a Strong Foundation
Build a Strong Foundation
Orientation, Safety & Electrical Fundamentals
Students begin with an introduction to the HVAC industry while learning the safety practices and electrical concepts used every day in the field.
- Student orientation
- OSHA safety practices
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Lockout/Tagout procedures
- Electrical safety
- AC vs. DC power
- Voltage, current, resistance
- Ohm’s Law
- Basic electrical circuits
- HVAC tools and equipment
- Thermostat basics and wiring introduction
What You’ll Gain
By the end of this 10-week program, students will have:
- Hands-on HVAC installation and repair experience
- Knowledge of residential and light commercial HVAC systems
- Electrical troubleshooting skills
- Refrigerant handling knowledge
- EPA Section 608 Certification preparation
- Customer service and communication skills
- Business and entrepreneurship fundamentals
- Career readiness for entry-level HVAC employment
What You’ll Walk Away With
Your Diploma & Certifications
Graduate, and you’re not just done; you’re credentialed. Every student who completes the program earns a Su’Coy CLC HVAC Technician Diploma. Pass the exam, and you’ll also hold an EPA Section 608 Certification (Type I, II, III, or Universal), the nationally recognized credential required to legally handle refrigerants anywhere in the country.
Hands-On Skills, Not Just a Certificate
By graduation, you’ve personally installed line sets, brazed copper, wired thermostats, recovered refrigerant, and diagnosed real systems, plus built foundational Indoor Air Quality know-how most entry-level programs skip entirely.
Business & Career-Ready Skills
Beyond the toolbox: customer service, professional communication, service documentation, and for future business owners, contractor licensing, estimating, and marketing fundamentals.
Your Tuition Covers It
Everything You Need Is Already Included
Books, Uniforms & Materials, On Us
No separate textbook bill. No scrambling to find a uniform before day one. Your tuition covers your course materials and your uniform, so you show up ready to train, not ready to shop.
- Course Materials & Handbook
- Uniform
- On-Site EPA 608 Testing
- Job Placement Assistance
Where Can This Diploma Take You?
Graduates are ready for entry-level roles including HVAC Installation Technician, HVAC Service Technician, Refrigeration Technician, IAQ Technician, and Duct Cleaning Technician, with a clear path toward Journeyman and Master HVAC Licensing, NATE Certification, and OSHA 10/30 down the road.
What You’ll Earn Upon Successful Completion
Upon successful completion of the SU’COY Community Learning Center HVAC Technician Training Program, students may earn:
HVAC Technician Diploma
Students who successfully complete all course requirements receive a SU’COY Community Learning Center HVAC Technician Diploma, recognizing completion of the 10-week training program.
EPA Section 608 Certification
Students who successfully pass the EPA Section 608 examination earn EPA Section 608 Technician Certification, which may include:
- Type I – Small Appliances
- Type II – High-Pressure Appliances
- Type III – Low-Pressure Appliances
- Universal Certification (if all sections are passed)
Hands-On Technical Experience
Graduates leave with practical experience in:
- HVAC installation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Heating and cooling systems
- Refrigerant recovery and charging
- Line set installation and brazing
- Preventive maintenance
- Diagnostic testing
- Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) systems
Workforce Readiness
Students develop professional skills including:
- Customer service
- Professional communication
- Service documentation
- Safety compliance
- Jobsite professionalism
- Teamwork and problem-solving
Entrepreneurship Training
Students interested in owning an HVAC business gain knowledge in:
- Starting an HVAC business
- Contractor licensing
- Estimating and bidding
- Marketing
- Business taxes
- Insurance requirements
- Record keeping
Career Opportunities
Graduates may be qualified to pursue entry-level positions such as:
- HVAC Installation Technician
- HVAC Service Technician
- HVAC Maintenance Technician
- Refrigeration Technician
- Preventive Maintenance Technician
- Building Maintenance Technician
- Facilities Maintenance Technician
- HVAC Helper/Apprentice
- Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Technician
- Duct Cleaning Technician
- Field Service Technician
Continuing Education Opportunities
Graduates can continue building their careers by pursuing:
- State HVAC Apprentice Registration
- Journeyman HVAC Licensing (after required work experience)
- Master HVAC Licensing (after meeting state requirements)
- NATE (North American Technician Excellence) Certification
- OSHA 10/30 Certifications
- Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Certifications
- Commercial Refrigeration Certifications
Curriculum FAQs
Do I need any HVAC experience before enrolling?
No experience required. Week 1 starts with the fundamentals, safety, and electrical basics, so every student starts from the same foundation.
Will I actually get EPA 608 certified?
Week 7 is built entirely around EPA Section 608 exam prep, and testing happens on-site at Su’Coy CLC. You’ll be ready to sit for Type I, II, III, or Universal certification.
Are books and uniforms really included in tuition?
Yes. Your course materials, student handbook, and uniform are included; no extra costs to track down before class starts.
How much of the program is hands-on vs. classroom?
The program is built around hands-on training. You’ll work with real tools, real refrigerant, and real systems from week one, not just lecture slides.
Does the curriculum cover business skills, not just technical skills?
Yes, Week 9 covers licensing, estimating, marketing, and insurance for students who want to eventually run their own HVAC business.
What happens after Week 10?
You graduate with your diploma, sit for EPA 608 certification, and get support through job placement assistance to help you land your first HVAC role.
