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HVAC 101

Get the hands-on training and essential skills to enter the high-demand HVAC industry. No experience? No problem. Begin your journey to a new career today.

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Introduction

HVAC 101 prepares trainees for entry-level work in the HVAC.  During this six-week course, participants earn credentials to build up their experience and resume. With established employer partnerships, trainees are given the opportunity to receive job placement.  

Through our past several years of operation, 98% of graduates have been placed in employment, earning an average wage over $20/hour.

What You'll Learn

  1. EPA Section 608
  2. OSHA 10 Certificate
  3. ReSOURCE PPD Badge
  4. Hands on learning

Workshop Outline

In this 6-week, Monday – Friday (9-4), program trainees learn key knowledge and fundamentals that will create a solid foundation for future growth.

The first two weeks will focus on EPA 608 and OSHA 10 training. We will delve into the Core section of the EPA in depth to ensure a solid understanding of the fundamentals of refrigerant handling. Additionally, we will complete the mandatory OSHA 10 training required for all job sites.

We will continue to go in depth with the EPA 608, including hands-on refrigerant recovery and the basics of setting everything up. We will also learn how to Braze with acetylene torches on refrigerant copper. We will also focus on Professional Development and professionalism.

Weeks 5 and 6 mark the beginning of work experiences. After attending the job fair and learning about various employers, trainees will choose which company they would like to spend a few days working with. We refer to this as “try before you buy,” and it’s also the period when many job offers are made.

Who Should Attend

A successful trainee is someone who is motivated and ready to work hard to start their next step in the trades.

This can range from career changers who have already showcased professionalism but need experience with tools to the recent High School grad who is just starting their career.
We are able to tailor experiences that serve to meet the trainee and program goals.

Testimonials

Hear from our trainees to see how our programs have made a real impact on their careers and lives.

I had a great experience with the course. It was a small group, which was nice because we were really able to focus on the things that people wanted to be learning.

-Maria, Construction 101 (2018)

About ReSOURCE

ReSOURCE Training programs offer an opportunity for adults and youth who have barriers to employment to hone job skills and prepare for a successful work life as productive members of their communities

Sessions and Dates:

June 2nd, 2025

Location

TBD

Registration & Fees

Tuition is FREE for qualifying Vermonters.

Stipends

Weekly training stipend provided to all active participants

Questions?

Contact our coordinators for more details and get all your questions answered.

Daniel Hayes

HVAC Training Program Coordinator
[email protected]

August 4th, 2025

Location

TBD

Registration & Fees

Tuition is FREE for qualifying Vermonters.

Stipends

Weekly training stipend provided to all active participants

Questions?

Contact our coordinators for more details and get all your questions answered.

Daniel Hayes

HVAC Training Program Coordinator
[email protected]

October 27th, 2025

Location

TBD

Registration & Fees

Tuition is FREE for qualifying Vermonters.

Stipends

Weekly training stipend provided to all active participants

Questions?

Contact our coordinators for more details and get all your questions answered.

Daniel Hayes

HVAC Training Program Coordinator
[email protected]

Schedule a Donation Pick-up

Thank you for thinking of ReSOURCE for donations of your furniture and large appliances! We are proud to offer pick-up services in Chittenden County and Central Vermont. 

802.857.4345

802.477.7800

802.851.8333 ext 13

FAQs

What is Career Start?

Career Start is a program designed for high school students to gain hands-on experience and technical skills in various departments at ReSOURCE’s Burlington or Barre locations.

High school students enrolled in school are eligible to participate in the Career Start program.

The program provides hands-on experience in ReSOURCE departments, technical skills training, and monthly personal and professional development classes.

There is a fee of $1500, but tuition is waived for qualifying Vermonters.

Departments include Customer Service & Retail, Office Administration, Computers and Electronics, Overlook Cafe, and Large Appliances, among others.

Yes, students earn a monthly stipend

Training covers Health and Wellness, Goal Setting and Achievement, Leadership Development, Career Planning, and Financial Literacy.

Interested individuals should contact ReSOURCE’s Training and Development Manager, Susan Uthmann, for enrollment details.

Interested?

Please contact:

Susan Uthmann
Training and Development Manager
[email protected]
802.857.4340

Partner Agency List

Our partners help us to provide $125,000 worth of goods to over 2,000 individuals/families in Chittenden, Lamoille, and Washington Counties, and the greater Vermont area.

  • Addison Community Action/CVOEO
  • Age Well
  • Agency of Human Services- Field Services Burlington District
  • Burlington Community Justice Center
  • Burlington Housing Authority
  • Chittendent Community Action/CVOEO
  • Clarina Howard Nichols Center
  • Committee On Temporary Shelter
  • Essex Community Justice Center
  • Howard Center Community Support Program
  • Howard Center Developmental Services
  • Howard Center School Service Program
  • Lamoille Family Center
  • Milton Family Community Center
  • Pathways Vermont- Housing First Program
  • Pathways Vermont -services for veterans and families rapid rehousing program
  • ReSOURCE
  • Safe Harbor Clinic
  • Spectrum Youth and Family Services
  • Steps to End Domestic Violence
  • The Janet S. Munt Family Room
  • U.S. Committee for refugees and Immigrants
  • U.S. Committee for refugees and Immigrants
  • Vermont Cares
  • Vermont Catholic Charities
  • Vermont Foundation of Recovery

 

Become a Partner Agency

For interest in joining our program please email [email protected] to learn more about the next application cycle or any availability in become a new partner agency.

We make award decisions each December for the next calendar year and notify partners so our clients can request vouchers.

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