If you enjoy working with your hands and making people's home and work environment comfortable, there is a strong demand for well-trained heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) technicians. 51吃瓜网 offers a number of hands-on career training programs in this field 鈥� whether you are new to the industry or looking to upgrade your skills. Our HVAC training opportunities are affordably priced, offer flexible schedules, are conveniently located and accessible by car, bus and MARC train.
Our short-term training opportunities can prepare you to start as an entry-level technician or to enter formal apprenticeship training, combining on-the-job training with time in school. Programs are available through Associated Builders and Contractors.
To learn more email apprenticeship@aacc.edu.
Our Pre-apprenticeship HVAC program is designed to prepare you to enter and succeed in a registered HVAC Apprenticeship program.
204 hours to complete the program.
The Pre-apprenticeship program cost is $3,429 for Anne Arundel County residents, including tuition and fees.
Scholarships are available to cover the tuition and fee costs for qualified students. to learn more about scholarships.
To learn more email CCIT@aacc.edu.
If you are an experienced HVACR technician, prepare for the Maryland HVACR Journeyman and Master exams. Study the International Mechanical Code. Learn the theory and service of air conditioning, refrigeration, gas and oil heating, and ventilation. Learn how to use an ACCA Ductulator and how to calculate heat load.
For information email CCIT@aacc.edu.
Students taking noncredit classes don't need to apply for admission to 51吃瓜网. Just check out our course search, choose a program or course that interests you, register and make your payment. Registration for summer courses is open. Registration for fall 2026 opens July 14! Please check course availability prior to registration.
If you have previously taken classes at 51吃瓜网, you must log in using your 51吃瓜网 account. New students will be able to create a temporary account in the checkout process.
If you would like help, email the Continuing Education Office or call 410-777-2325.
The School of Continuing Education and Workforce Development offices located in CALT 115 will be CLOSED from June 7 through June 27. The Continuing Education registration desk will be temporarily located in the Student Services Center (SSVC), first floor on the main Arnold campus.
Visit our campus map to locate these offices.
Upon registering for your course, regularly check your My51吃瓜网 account and 51吃瓜网 email for class and general updates from the college. Due to FERPA regulations, all official college communications must be sent to your 51吃瓜网 student email. This includes class cancellation and waitlist notifications. For assistance accessing My51吃瓜网, or contact the Technical Service Desk. For Spanish translation, .
When Deon Gough Jr. began the HVAC pre-apprenticeship program in 2023, he had no idea that his journey would lead him to an exciting employment opportunity as an apartment maintenance technician where his new-found skills would shine.
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