HVAC/CR Technologies

ATI's HVAC/CR Technologies program will prepare students for entry-level residential air-conditioning and heating technician and commercial refrigeration technician positions. Students will learn mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and circuit repair on residential and light commercial equipment; residential and light commercial condensing unit, compressor and evaporator fan motor replacement; installation and repair on residential and light commercial gas heating systems; service and repair of electric and hydronic heating systems; and how to calculate and measure airflow on a/c equipment, as well as service and repair of ice machines, walk-in coolers/freezers and reach-ins.

Additionally, students will earn Section 608 certification and learn how to maintain EPA regulations when troubleshooting and repairing residential and light commercial equipment. Successful completion of this program will prepare you for entry-level work with: air conditioning/heating companies, hospitals, hotels, manufacturers, mechanical contractors, and schools.

Programmatic accreditation. ATI's HVAC/CR Technologies program is programmatically accredited by HVAC Excellence. Students also have the opportunity to prepare for and take additional HVAC Excellence certification examinations as part of their training. The HVAC program is affiliated with ESCO Institute and offers Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification.

Safety credentials. ATI has made passing the 10 Hour OSHA Construction Safety course a requirement for successful completion of its HVAC/CR program; students also receive Lockout/Tagout training for controlling hazardous energy while servicing HVAC/CR equipment.

Tool kit at graduation. Each student enrolled in HVAC/CR Technologies will receive a starter tool set at the time of graduation, specific to the student's chosen program.

Equipment. Students train on air conditioning units, heat pumps, a welding lab, simulated trainers, ice machine trainers, natural gas furnaces and a networked computer lab. In the HVAC/CR program, the maximum student-to-teacher ratio is 25:1 for both lecture and labs.

The admission procedure requires an exchange of information between the applicant and the school, which maintains a staff of representatives for this purpose. These representatives conduct a personal interview with each prospective applicant before any decision is made to submit an application for admission. During the interview, the representative will discuss the School's educational programs in relation to the applicant's career preferences, training needs, and individual motivations.

ATI administration will review the information and inform the applicant in writing whether they have been accepted for enrollment. If an applicant is not accepted, all monies paid by the applicant are refunded. Admissions representatives are available for day and evening appointments; high school applicants should be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Students enrolling in the HVAC/CR Technologies program must provide evidence that they have a valid, current driver's license.

All students will have a weekly time commitment of 20 hours of lecture and lab on one of the following schedules: AM 7am-12 noon, AFT 12:15pm-5:15pm or EVE 5:30pm-10:30pm, Monday through Thursday (5 hours per day). The course outline for each module will explain the specific lab and lecture schedule for that module.

Orientation is scheduled for the Thursday prior to the first week of class; all newly admitted students are required to participate.

Upcoming start dates. The catalog's 2026 course schedule lists remaining starts on November 2, 2026 and December 14, 2026.

Tuition and fees. Per the 2026-2028 catalog Tuition and Fee Schedule, the HVAC/CR Technologies program costs:

• Tuition: $17,360.00
• Registration Fee: $75.00
• Books: $60.00
• Uniforms: $200.00
• Total: $17,695.00

Books. Required books for HVAC/CR Technologies (Website Published Book List effective 12/19/2025): Fundamentals of HVACR 4th Edition, for an ATI student price of $60.00 (retail $84.96). Per the catalog, the cost of original course books is included in the price for the HVAC/CR program; additional or replacement books are available for a fee.

Payment plans. Tuition, fees, and book and supplies charges are due and payable in full at registration; accepted methods of payment include cash, personal check and credit card. Arrangements may be made for students to pay the portion of charges not met by financial aid, scholarships, or other sources on an installment basis. If one of the primary financing options does not fully cover the student's program costs, the School offers institutional payment plans; the first payment is due 30 days from the day the student begins school and the interest rate is fixed throughout the term of the note/contract.

Federal financial aid. Financial aid is available for those who qualify, including the Federal Pell Grant, the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), Federal Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Stafford Loans and Direct Parent PLUS Loans. Students apply by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov; ATI's federal school code is 041710.

Veterans. Programs at ATI are approved for the training of veterans. To check eligibility for benefits, call 1-888-GIBILL-1. The school does not penalize students using VA Education benefit programs under Chapters 33 and 31 due to delayed disbursement funding from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Other financing. Students eligible for tuition assistance from their employer, workforce agency or the Veteran's Administration may use the Employer/Agency Contract Billing Program. Climb Credit is a third party lender that offers financing options to help eligible students pay for their training; approval is not guaranteed and is subject to Climb Credit's terms.

Indirect costs. Advanced Training Institute does not offer housing, meal plans or transportation for students. Estimated monthly indirect costs are $1,578 for students living off campus (room & board $1,017, personal expenses $412, transportation $149) and $762 for students living with parents (room & board $393, personal expenses $220, transportation $149).

Net Price Calculator. Want a personalized estimate of what your program could cost after grants and scholarships? Try ATI's Net Price Calculator at https://atitraining.edu/net-price-calculator/.

The graduate of the HVAC/CR Technologies program is qualified for positions with the following titles:

• Entry-Level Residential Air-Conditioning and Heating Technician (SOC 49-9021.01)
• Entry-Level Commercial Refrigeration Technician (SOC 49-9021.02)

The entry-level commercial and refrigeration technician is one who performs installation and start-up, preventive maintenance, and/or service and repair. Commercial and refrigeration equipment includes display cases, walk-in boxes, reach-in boxes, coolers, ice cream machines, ice machines, air conditioners, etc. Graduates work for residential HVAC contractors, commercial HVAC service companies, property management and facilities teams, refrigeration service providers, new construction trades and manufacturer service networks.

Completion and placement. According to ATI's 2026 ACCET Completion and Placement Statistics (annual report filed with ACCET in May 2026, students scheduled to complete January–December 2025), the HVAC/CR Technologies program had a completion rate of 80.36% (135 of 168 eligible students) and a placement rate of 57.39% (66 of 115 eligible completers).

ATI does not promise or guarantee employment to any student or graduate. Some entry-level positions may require additional certifications, background checks, drug screenings, or state licensure not provided by the ATI program.

Advanced Training Institute occupies an approximately 78,000-square-foot facility in Las Vegas, with roughly 36,000 square feet dedicated solely to lab space equipped with the latest industry-standard tools. The campus includes classrooms, administrative offices, a student lounge, restrooms, and a Learning Resource Center, and is handicap accessible with free student parking.

The Learning Resource Center (LRC) is designed to support the programs offered at the campus. Students and faculty have access to a wide variety of resources such as books, periodicals, audio-visual materials and digital resources, including access to 40 online databases and a digital collection of over 135,000 scholarly titles. The average class size is 24 students.

ATI's Career Services Department offers career-related employment assistance to current students and graduates throughout their entire career, at no additional cost, including resume writing assistance, interview preparation, job search strategies and employer connections. Employment is not guaranteed.