HVAC Technician at Best Hvac, LLC (the Ceu Authority)
at Best Hvac, LLC (the Ceu Authority) in Bettendorf, IA
About This Program
Best HVAC, LLC, affiliated with The CEU Authority and based in Bettendorf, IA, sponsors a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship for individuals entering the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning field. This non-union, employer-sponsored program offers paid training from the first day on the job.
The program runs for four years and includes 8,000 hours of field-based, on-the-job training combined with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work with experienced HVAC professionals on equipment installation, system maintenance, and diagnostic service calls. Technical coursework through The CEU Authority covers refrigeration principles, electrical theory, heating systems, controls, airflow fundamentals, and regulatory compliance.
Graduates complete the program as proficient HVAC technicians, qualified to work independently on a variety of residential and commercial systems. Best HVAC, LLC operates in the Bettendorf and greater Quad Cities area, a growing market for skilled tradespeople, making this apprenticeship a strong entry point into a stable and rewarding 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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