HVAC Technician at Advanced Heating & Air Conditioning (THE CEU AUTHORITY)
at Advanced Heating & Air Conditioning (THE CEU AUTHORITY) in Fort Dodge, IA
About This Program
Advanced Heating & Air Conditioning (The CEU Authority) sponsors a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Fort Dodge, Iowa. This non-union, employer-sponsored program partners with The CEU Authority to deliver a paid, structured training experience for individuals committed to building a career in the HVAC trade in north-central Iowa.
Over four years, apprentices complete 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Field training covers HVAC system installation, preventive maintenance, and diagnostic repair across residential and commercial applications. Classroom instruction addresses refrigeration principles, heating technologies, electrical and control systems, airflow and duct design, and EPA refrigerant handling requirements.
Graduates of this apprenticeship are prepared to work at the journey level in the HVAC trade. Advanced Heating & Air Conditioning's commitment to structured training through The CEU Authority ensures apprentices develop the technical knowledge and practical experience needed for a rewarding long-term career.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$26
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
576
Duration
4 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
HVAC Technician Career Outlook
National Median
$25.95/hr
~$53,976/yr
Apprentice Start
$16/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
HVAC technician employment is projected to grow faster than average, driven by new construction, system replacements, and the transition to energy-efficient and environmentally friendly equipment. The push toward heat pumps and smart building systems is creating new specialization opportunities. Experienced technicians with strong troubleshooting skills are in high demand across all regions.
What to Expect as a HVAC Technician Apprentice
Duration
4 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~40 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (8,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
576 hours of related technical instruction (~144 hours/year)
Paid Training
You earn a wage from day one, starting at a percentage of the journeyman rate and increasing as you progress
Time-based program: You'll progress through the program based on completing a set number of hours in both on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
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