Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)

In this program, you will focus on the knowledge and skills you will need to pursue a career in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning field. This could include selling, installing, or maintaining residential equipment. The curriculum includes hands-on lab simulations that will help prepare you for field work that is typically performed by shop service and repair technicians and apprentice mechanics.

The program is designed to provide students with instructions and hands-on training in areas such as installation, maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and basic design of refrigeration, heating, and air conditioning systems, along with a focus on service operations. The HVAC program includes preparation for EPA Section 608 Certification for Stationary Air Conditioning and Refrigeration.

The objective of this program is to prepare students for entry-level positions, such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and shop service technicians.

At Merryfield Academy, we pride ourselves on a faculty that are working in the industry they teach and have extensive experience in their respective fields. Our 16,000 square foot facilities provide ample space for classrooms and labs, enabling students to gain practical experience. Our administrative staff, with over 100 years of combined experience in school administration ensures that our students receive unparalleled guidance and support.

This hybrid, bilingual program prepares students for entry-level work in installation, maintenance, and repair of residential systems. With day and evening classes available, students train in realistic lab environments while also preparing for EPA Section 608 Certification.

Open Door Policy for past students. If a student attended Merryfield Academy, graduated and/or received a “Completion Certificate” and has decided that they are not fully confident in any area, they may return to school for additional instruction at no additional charge.

All students must be 18 years of age; otherwise, a parent or legal guardian must consent and register the student with the approval. Enrolling students must show proof of high school diplomas (can be from a foreign school if it is equivalent to a high school diploma) or GED. Acceptable proof of graduation can also be a completed higher education Career Education Diploma, Associate, Bachelor or Master degree.

Ability to Benefit (ATB) admission is available on a limited basis for Professional Pet Grooming, Professional Pet Grooming with Anesthetic Free Teeth Scaling, Anesthetic Free Teeth Scaling and Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC). The procedure for enrollment requires an interview and an “Admissions Questionnaire” must be completed. Upon acceptance into the program, the student will review and sign the Enrollment Agreement and may enroll.

Program schedules. Day classes: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. Evening classes: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 6:00 pm – 9:45 pm. The program is offered in a hybrid modality and is bilingual.

Start dates. Start dates vary by program and day and evening classes. Add/Drop for each course in the HVAC program ends on the second scheduled class day of each academic term.

Tuition, fees and equipment. Tuition $15,390.00 ($380 per quarter credit hour); Equipment and books $1,500.00; Total Cost $16,890.00. These charges are effective for the July 2026 start and beyond.

Payment. Equipment should not be purchased until the student is approved for admission. Tuition is due in full on or before your start date, unless special financial arrangements are made.

Equipment purchases. Students may accept or decline to participate in purchasing equipment and books from the school; they can buy their equipment and book from the school, or from outside vendors. Pell recipients who want to purchase from an outside vendor must notify Merryfield prior to the start date, and any equipment not from the school must be pre-approved. Students will receive all of their equipment on the first day of class. Used equipment is non-refundable.

Federal student aid. Federal Student aid at our school includes Grants (financial aid that doesn’t have to be repaid unless, for example, you withdraw from the school and owe a refund) and Loans (borrowed money that you must repay with interest). These educational grants and loans are available for those that qualify. All newly enrolled students must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to the start of the first class. Merryfield Academy’s federal school code is 042275.

Other financing. Apart from Title IV Loans, an independent finance company is in contract with the school to provide financing to those students who qualify. It is not a government sponsored entitlement, and eligibility for the loan is solely at the discretion of the lender.

Veterans. Merryfield Academy accepts VA education benefits, including Post-9/11 GI Bill (Ch. 33) and Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (Ch. 31); a copy of the Certificate of Eligibility must be provided. Students must complete at least 18 hours or more per week to be eligible for the VA benefits.

Refunds. All monies paid are refunded if the applicant is not accepted, the program is canceled by the institution, or the student cancels within three business days after signing the enrollment agreement and making the initial payment. After classes start, tuition is refunded on a pro rata basis based on the percentage of quarter credit hours completed in the payment period or period of enrollment.

This 40.5 Quarter Credit Hour HVAC program will prepare students for entry-level positions, such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and shop service technicians. Graduates can apply for entry-level jobs such as HVAC installer, service technician, or maintenance technician in residential, commercial, or industrial settings.

Career services. When the student successfully completes their program, the school will assist the graduate with job placement at no additional charge. Merryfield Academy does not guarantee employment to its graduates. Students are assisted with additional activities such as writing/revising resumes, contacting potential employers, follow up on job leads, and scheduling of actual interviews. No fee is charged to graduates or employers for use of this service.

Student activities. Merryfield Academy provides students with a variety of activities throughout the year. Guest speakers are invited to the campus to speak to the student body about a variety of topics that may include career opportunities and self-development. Other events may include such things as contests, school sponsored events, holiday parties, food drives, community service activities, and career fairs.

Academic coaching and tutoring. The instructional staff members are available to assist students with problems stemming from classroom experiences, the school program, or related areas such as time management, project completion strategies, study skills or practice techniques. Tutoring is available before or after classes and is based on tutor availability; sessions may be held on campus or virtually.

Library and Resource Center. The school library/Resource Center consists of periodicals, books, computer stations and DVDs that are related to our field. In addition, the school has partnered with Aquinas Online Library to provide extensive resources from libraries around the world.

Campus. Merryfield Academy occupies approximately 16,000 square feet of dedicated classroom and lab space. The student/teacher ratio is 15:1. The entire building sits on 1 acre in East Fort Lauderdale.