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Hands-On HVAC Technician Training

If you’re looking to get ahead in a rewarding technical career with a bright future, now’s the time to consider your potential as a Refrigeration and Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Technician. 

Whether you’re looking to break into a trade or you already work as a craftsperson and want to add an additional service, the career-focused Refrigeration and HVAC Technician program from IntelliTec College could be your solution.

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Hands-On HVAC Labs

Personalized Support

Flexible Schedules

Get the Skills to Become a Certified HVAC Technican

As an HVAC Technician student at IntelliTec, you’ll learn in our on-campus HVAC lab facilities complete with the modern tools and equipment you’ll encounter on the job. Learn from experienced instructors and have the opportunity to earn EPA 608 Certification & NCCR OSCH 10 & HVAC level 1 – 4 certs to enhance your career.

Already working in HVAC but need certifications to advance in the field? IntelliTec can help!

You’ll Learn:

  • Basic Electrical and HVAC
  • Drawings, Building Specs and Design Considerations
  • Pipe, Duct and Flue
  • Systems Refrigeration
  • Components and Systems
  • Maintenance and Controls
  • Gas and Oil Heat Boiler
  • Chiller & Cooling Tower Systems
  • Heat Pumps and A/C Systems
  • Refrigerant Recovery and Evacuation
  • Operation, Maintenance, & Repair of Commercial Refrigeration Systems
  • Troubleshooting of Chilled-Water Systems & Water Tower Systems & Pumps
  • Combustion Analysis and Blueprint Reading

As an IntelliTec HVAC Technician graduate, you’ll enter the professional world fully prepared with both the technical skills employers and clients expect and the practical business skills it takes to build a fulfilling career.

The Refrigeration and HVAC associate degree program from IntelliTec College provide the hands-on training, real world experience and ongoing personalized support it takes to pursue HVAC certification and a trades career in 18 months*.

 

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Why Become an HVAC Technician

HANDS-ON WORK

Forget being stuck at a desk doing the same thing all day. As an HVAC Technician, you work out in the field in a variety of interesting settings with the chance to actively solve problems and work with your hands every day. If you like the idea of a dynamic, hands-on career you could be well-suited to this profession.

ROOM TO ADVANCE

With additional training, experience and specialized certifications, you may find more opportunities to grow and advance in the diverse HVAC field. Experienced HVAC Technicians may have the opportunity to move into management positions or you may choose to work as a private contractor and be your own boss.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

From a hospital refrigerator that keeps vital medications at ideal temperature to the ventilation system in a school that keeps the air clean or the climate controls in our homes, Refrigeration and HVAC systems are crucial to our safety and quality of life. In this career, you’ll use your knowledge and skills to keep others safe and comfortable every day.

Job Opportunities

Construction growth and advances in climate-control systems technology are expected to increase demand for qualified HVAC Technicians. According to the National Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers is expected to increase 8% between 2024-2034, faster than average for all occupations**. In Colorado, employment in this field is projected to grow 16%.***

Why HVAC Tech School With IntelliTec College

As a student in the HVAC Technician program, you’ll have the opportunity to gain experience working with a variety of HVAC systems, tools and modern technologies.  You’ll be prepared to make a smooth transition from student to HVAC professional after you gain so much direct hands-on experience.

IntelliTec instructors are all experienced professionals who know exactly what it takes to succeed on the job. Our expert instructors are dedicated to helping new professionals get the skills they need to get established in their HVAC careers.

As a graduate of the IntelliTec College R/HVAC Associate Degree program, you’ll be prepared to sit for the following certifications:

  • ESCO EPA 608 Certification
  • NCCER OSHA-10 Training
  • NCCER CORE: Introduction to Basic Construction Skills
  • NCCER HVAC Level 1
  • NCCER HVAC Level 2
  • NCCER HVAC Level 3
  • NCCER HVAC Level 4

These certifications show employers you have the skills they look for and can help you to advance your HVAC career.

Enter the professional world backed not only by the technical and professional skills you’ve gained at IntelliTec College, but by a dedicated team of career placement professionals ready to help you find and pursue career opportunities.

We’re dedicated to helping remove barriers between you and the future you want. Knowledgeable Financial Aid Representatives can work with you to help you explore your options and determine the funding opportunities that may be available for you.

As part of our commitment to accelerated training, we offer class starts multiple times a year — because when you are ready to change your life, there’s no reason to wait.

Get the skills you need to get ahead without putting your entire life on hold. Choose from day or evening classes just four days per week. Balance things like work, family and other responsibilities while you train for a brighter future.

Classes meet Monday through Thursday.  Some students schedule make-up labs on Fridays. Choose the schedule that works best for you.

Next Class Starts June 29, 2026!

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What Our Graduates Say

Hear more about Samantha's journey

I have a teenage daughter and I was working two jobs and I just did not think I had the time. I was already stressed and at my limit and I just didn’t think that I could pull it all together to go to school and finish….but then once I got started, I really liked it and I wanted to finish and I love learning…I love working on people, I love the body. It’s all really interesting to me how you can work one thing and it affects another thing. I just love everything about it.

Samantha Sanchez, Massage Therapy Graduate

Hear more about Jamie's journey

I am a registered phlebotomist and a registered medical assistant. I have a job as a phlebotomist full time at Immuno Tech Plasma Donation Center, so that’s pretty cool..I originally got back into school because I wanted to show my kids not to ever give up. I went back to school, graduated, got my high school diploma, and then went straight to college and here I am.

Jamie Miller, Medical Assistant Graduat, RMA & Registered Phlebotomist

Hear more about Chris's journey

 All the instructors out there are really awesome. I like the shop environment. You get to kind of work on, whatever you’re having problems with, with your car or whoever’s car at that time. Get a couple certifications while you’re in there…There’s a lot of cool people out there and they make it fun to learn.

Chris GoldSchmidt, Automotive Technician Graduate

Hear more about Thomas's journey

I am working in my field currently, one for a chiropractic office, and I am trying to run my own business as well…. I couldn’t have done any of this without my loving wife to have supported me through going to school and my crazy…And I also want to thank my program instructors, Kim, Amanda and Scott, especially Scott. He had put some investment into furthering my education ’cause I also have my continued education credits in medical massage. So it wasn’t for him and a few other people I probably wouldn’t have even pursued that either. And also a shout out to all my friends that have supported my endeavor in pursuing massage and being my Guinea pigs for my credits needed for it. So thank you everybody.

Thomas Groenig, Massage Therapy Graduate

Hear more about Felicia's journey

 I’m a registered medical assistant and I work at Associates Women’s Healthcare in Pueblo. My experience at IntelliTech has been life changing. I do have three kids. I’m a single mom. It was really easy to go through school, enjoyed that about it, and now I graduated, finished school in December.

I got a job in January. Miss Emily, Miss Mary, Miss Crystal, Miss. Kelly, pretty much all of the medical assistant team. I wanna give a shout out to them and thank you for giving me all the tools that I need to find a job where I’m at. You definitely changed my life.

Felicia Medina, Medical Assistant Graduate, RMA

Hear more about Neal's journey

I graduated from IntelliTec College through the electrical program, electrical technician certification as well as I’m a member of the national technical honor society.  I happen to work now with the company who built the store that I was previously working at in my previous job.  I like hard work.  I like the satisfaction of getting something done and being the one to complete it and being able to look back at what you’ve done being satisfied, having a sense of fulfillment.I’d have to say my favorite people there were Mr. crank for giving us a hard time when we needed it, showing us a little bit of the real world, but Mr Embry has to be my favorite. It seemed like I didn’t have enough questions for him to answer and he was extremely patient with me and I respect him a lot for that.

Neal Ferreira, Electrical Technician Graduate

Hear more about Adam's journey

I graduated from the electrical technician course and I’m working in my field and never been happier.  My favorite class was probably the residential side.  I was able to work on a mock up project which was cool.  I got the electrical technician certification.  I was on the National Technical honor society and the top of my class.

Adam Morrelli, Electrical Technician Graduate

Hear more about Jordan's journey

I graduated with my mA and HCA degree.  I’ve done the RMA exam and the CRP certification.  I work at a Quick Care MD and I like it a lot.  I love taking care of patients, making their day better and working with a beautiful team too.  My favorite part is getting to know the science behind certain things but also making people at ease and just learning a lot.

Jordan Guy, Medical Assistant Graduate, RMA

Hear more about Victoria's journey

I graduated with my associates in medical billing and coding.  I have my AAPC.  I’m certified as a coder.  I am working in teh filed as a billing specialist for Ahawk services.  All the instructors were really helpful.

Victoria Stoker-Judic, Medical Billing & Coding Graduate

Hear more about Steven's journey

I graduated from the medical billing and coding program. So far I have my CPC, Certified professional coder, which is the apprentice right now and I hope to keep moving forward and keep getting additional credentials. My favorite part of the program?  It was just a good experience overall.  I knew that I would be learning things that I already knew about, kind of, and so each class just kind of built on to the next class and helped me to progress.

Steven Sanchez, Medical Billing & Coding Graduate

Hear more about Nicole's journey

I graduated with my medical billing and coding certificate and I actually already work in the field.  I’m a billing coordinator for family care centers.  My favorite course was the theology and I am looking forward to learning more about the billing field, the medical field and therapy.

Nicole Jarvey-Rojas, Medical Billing & Coding Graduate

Hear more about Sherry's journey

I graduated from the HVAC program here at IntelliTec College.  I also work at the United States Postal Service. I am an area maintenance tech and this has helped me out immensely while in the field.  My favorite class had to be Riley.  He went through blueprints, designing our own ductwork for install and that was pretty phenomenal.  I have never done anything like that before and it was pretty incredible.

Sherry Whitsett, Refrigeration & HVAC Graduate

Hear more about Jay's journey

I graduated from the hvac programs. I am now working already in my field.  I’ve got my journeyman HVAC license already.  The school has helped me get all those licenses like the EPA, the NeC4, all of which I needed to be successful in my field already.  I am looking forward to growing in my career, possibly even using this as the jumping point to go get a masters in environmental engineering.

Jay Woodard, Refrigeration & HVAC Graduate

Hear more about Sammy's journey

I graduated from IntelliTec College in the automotive program. I was working in the morning, so I did the night class. I just stuck through, kept coming, and if it wasn’t for the instructors that I had, I wouldn’t have graduated for sure. I’ve learned a lot. Now I know each little thing in a vehicle is a system and it makes it a lot easier to work on vehicle performance.

Sammy Montgomery, 2024 Automotive Technician Graduate

Yuniquea Harris

Medical Assistant Graduate, RMA

I am a graduate of IntelliTec College and I am currently a medical assistant. I am currently working in my field at a pain clinic; we help people with all kind of pain, so it’s overall great . I did earn my RMA certification. My favorite part of the program was the communication, the attention, the support that they have there. It’s not just a building, it’s a family; they got you .

Tremayne Mitchell

Electrical Technician Graduate, NTHS Member

I used to do flooring and it just started getting hard on me; I figured [electrical] would be a definite trade and maybe I’d be making more money…My vision for my future is to become an electrician and I might try to become a master. I seen a flyer for the program and I looked them up and figured it’s probably a good fit for me… If anything, it was a confidence booster for me because of getting the good grades and realizing I know what I’m doing. Honestly, my favorite part was all of it; it was kind of rough starting, but once I got into it, I was right into the groove . Shout out to all my instructors — Morgan, Brandon, Demetrius, and Tim.

Tim Sweezea

Computer Systems Technician Gradudate, Veteran, NTHS Member

I just got my associates with CNST at IntelliTec College. Before I came to IntelliTec, I was graduating from CTU with my bachelor’s degree. IntelliTec had programs that were a little bit on the easier side of getting certifications…My favorite part of IntelliTec was being the work study and tutoring students to have them succeed.

Maloni Briggs

Medical Assistant Graduate, Directors List

Before I came to IntelliTec, I had just graduated from high school, so I was working and IntelliTec helped me get the courage to get back into school. I really liked when we went and we externed at the places; I ended up externing at this foot clinic and it was so cool. It made me realize that I’m really good at customer service, so that was nice. I want to work in plastic surgery eventually — just working in the field of helping people. My advice is to always give it a try to the very end…you’ll meet some cool people.

Kayleen Thompson

Medical Assistant Graduate, RMA

I earned my RMA certification…Before I came to IntelliTec, I was working graveyard shifts at Come and Go and Maverick. I did the whole transition; I then was doing night classes on top of working graveyard shifts, and I’m a full-time mom of five… I was also working at a detox facility to try to start some kind of medical field so that I would kind of get an idea of how things were going. My vision for my future in the next five years, I want to own my own house. I plan on going back to the medical field; I actually want to work in Pediatrics more. I really loved it… I want to give a huge shout out to Robbie—he’s one of the main reasons that I completed the courses—and Serena; they were huge supporters.

Kassidy Gonzalez

Cosmetology Graduate

I graduated from the Cosmetology program at IntelliTec. My experience is really good. I loved it a lot. The instructors there are super nice. They help you with everything that you need help with. They make sure to really get into detail about everything. That way you don’t miss a single detail and when you go out into the field, you’re actually prepared. I definitely would recommend IntelliTec just because everyone there is super friendly, everyone is super nice and they make sure that you get through what you need to get through in order to graduate.

Ethan Richards

Automotive Technician Graduate

Found out about Intellitec through my older step brother who took the automotive course. Incredibly easy and painless enrollment process with super helpful instructors and staff. The electrical technician program representative Brandon is very thorough and attentive, my CCR course instructor Mr. Kirk made each day fun and handled the class very well. I can confidently say I’ve had a better experience here than any other educational program.

Eric Nitchey

Electrical Technician Graduate

I graduated from [IntelliTec] as an electrical apprentice. I was just working full time, didn’t really have a career; so I looked into IntelliTec and they provided me with that, with the schooling and the hands-on learning . My vision for my future is to become an electrician, knock those four years out of apprenticeship and become a journeyman and just go on from there.My favorite part was probably the hands-on learning. It was cool to see everything in the residential area and practice . The tiny house was a lot of fun—wiring that up and grounding it and running wire through it . I chose IntelliTec because it was pretty close to where I work and they were really helpful and helped me get those first steps into the door of learning and getting ready.

Elisa

Automotive Technician Graduate

just want to say this program is really good at refining your skills if you’re a seasoned tech and good at starting skills if you’re a new tech. I was hired and worked at Dan’s automotive and was also hired at Rich Ford during the program. Career advisors will really get you into the job you want. I learned a lot about basic care systems and how to diagnose them. Diagnosing is a crucial part of the whole job so you need to be really good at diagnosing. My parents inspired me to get into this field. My dad wanted me to either be in the military or join a trade and they said I wouldn’t be strong enough to be a mechanic so I wanted to prove them wrong and now me and my dad work on cars together!

Edwin Reyes

Medical Assistant Graduate, RMA

I got the associates and I did earn my RMA certification. I am working in my field currently; I work at Colorado ENT and Allergy. Before I graduated IntelliTec, I was working at CSL Plasma and before then Pearson. I’m thinking about going back into school, probably going for my nursing or maybe even going to PA school to just get further into medical. A good friend of mine that I met at my old job told me about IntelliTec and that’s how I ended up here. I had a blast every day; Miss Q, Robbie, Mama Lowe—all great people.

Crimson Nash

Medical Assistant Graduate

I earned my certificate and I am currently working in the field; I am a medical assistant over at Associates in Gastroenterology on North Circle. I think the teachers really made it for me. I was going through a really difficult time and they helped me out a lot. Roby is so fun and entertaining and Thorne is always there for questions and answers and Q is just—I could have a bad day walking [in] and she was just always there . I already had medical experience—I was eight years medical, so I used to be a Navy Corpsman—but being a medical assistant was new] and going to college the way I was was very new to me because I’d never gone to school outside of high school

Brianna Bri Groller

Medical Assistant Graduate, RMA, Directors List

I was doing home health for about four and a half years before I thought about advancing my career. I chose IntelliTec because they seemed like they would help you be more successful and to graduate faster, quicker, but also you would learn the skills and all the necessary things you need.My favorite instructor was Miss Q; she’s very funny, very helpful, and she knows how to keep her classroom very lively. My vision is to take this certificate that I’ve earned and just keep going forward and use this as a stepping stone in my life and my career. I got hired at a cardiology office; I do EKGs, vitals, a lot of direct patient care and I love it.

Ashton Sturdevant

Automotive Technician Graduate, Directors List

My favorite class would be the AC and refrigerant; my favorite teacher was Mr. McBride . I felt like I was really good at that. In class it was an ongoing joke—I was the ‘AC wizard’ because I got everything correct . If you’re going to enroll into IntelliTec, don’t be afraid. When you get into your actual field and you get your hands-on experience in your class, it’s going to be a blast. You’re going to make a lot of friends and you’re going to have a lot of knowledge

Annett Jurado

Medical Assistant Graduate

Excellent school, this school has helped me build my confidence in a new career. The MA program is a wonderful career. The teachers are amazing especially Ms.Danielle she is a patient, kind and loving towards all her students. She takes care of us, she is willing to go out her way to help her students. She will guide us towards success.

Audrey Harman

Cosmetology Graduate

I graduated from the Cosmetology program here in IntelliTec. I am a licensed Cosmetologist working in my field as a full licensed Cosmetology. I just want to tell other graduates that keep going strong, head strong, do what you want and what you love.

Reagan Ogden

Cosmetology Graduate

My name is Reagan Ogden and I attended the Cosmetology program at IntelliTec. I am graduating. I have a job lined up; I work in Springs at a nail salon called Frenchies—it’s an eco-friendly nail salon. My favorite teachers, I have two of them; they would have to be Adonis and Sonia. I think the thing that I love the most was just being surrounded by my friends and I just really love the people that I went to school with. I would say to do it because it is very good and it’s cost-effective. So, yes, it works out.

Melissa Fernandez

Medical Assistant Graduate

Best place to get started with your career, I had amazing instructor’s who care deeply about your progression, throughout the time spent in college and afterwards. Ms. lo , Mr. Thorn , Ms. Q , Ms. Serena , Mr. Joe have played a huge role in my success today. If you want a change in your life & amazing people to be around this is the place to start. Thank you ALL!!!! Wouldn’t change a thing!

Jazmine Boston

Medical Assistant Graduate

Honestly, if you’re looking to get into a trade and you don’t know where to start I definitely would recommend this place. I was skeptical about going back to school and where to even start but when I got recommended Intellitec I dont regret my decision. The Staff and students here are great and understand. The learning opportunities are endless and the job placement is really great.

Eve Power

Dental Assistant Graduate

After I graduated I did get hired at the office I did my required externship at.  I now work at Hudson Family dental….I thoroughly enjoyed the people I was in class with.  I really enjoyed my instructors.  I think they did a phenomenal job, especially for someone like me who didn’t really take school all that seriously her entire life, and it took a chance and you know that’s really all that education and extending your education really is.

Colton Mahoney

Cosmetology Graduate

My favorite part about school was the teachers just encouraging me and making me feel my most authentic self.  I just work from home. I do wig sales and I did it.  I graduated and I got my license!

Christian Lebughe

Computer Systems Technician Graduate

I’m a service member, active duty from the US Navy.  I graduated from the Computer Network program and I use my skills everyday.  Hooyah! I heard about IntelliTech from my friend who went through the program a year before me.   I thought it was cool to join and I’m here now, graduated!

Gerardo Bemudez

Computer Systems Technician Graduate

I graduated from the CST program and what I really liked about the program is that it allowed someone like me, who doesn’t really have a background in that field to not only grasp the information but really retain it with the added training and lectures and the community of classmates.  I really appreciate intellitec for allowing me to start my career.  I work for the Bernalillo County’s IT department.

Christopher Castro

Computer Systems Technician Graduate

I graduated from CST as a computer technician and I’m excited…All my hard work and encouragement, I encourage everyone to come to IntelliTec and just try it out.  I think it’s the best college I ever had.  They always taught me a lot of things.  It’s a hard journey to push yourself and everything and all the instructors are amazing.

Gloria Ekweh

Medical Assistant Graduate

Right now I’m working as a CNA but I’m really looking forward to working as a medical assistant because it’s important. As a medical assistant you need to do a lot of work to help people and I enjoy it so much and I love to meet people to try to help them out.  The fact that I’ve become a qualified medical assistant with help from all the teachers you know the lectures they were so good and accommodating they’re always ready to help out and that’s really important in training.

Crystal Noble

Medical Assistant Graduate

I graduated from the Medical Assistant program and work for New Mexico Clinical Research and Osteoporosis Center.  I’d like to give a shout out to MS Danielle and MS Tilly for being the most awesome teachers that I could have ever had in this program.  And thanks to intelliTec, I’m graduating!

Jason Swanson

Automotive Technician Graduate

I graduated from the automotive program Under Louisville he was a good program he was a good teacher kept us informed helped me get into the career I’m in now at Wagner Equipment I’m on big equipment now so I seem to like that I get to rebuild and tear apart big equipment engines I really like the program and would recommend it to whoever else

Steven  Bailey

Automotive Technician Graduate

I decided to come back into the automotive industry and realize that this was something that I really wanted to do.  I really love to work on cars and trucks, so this school has blessed me with great instructors Gilbert Sanchez, Stephen White, Robert Overton and Carlos Hercules.  It’s just been a great experience.  They are not only great instructors, but great people who actually care about people and will help you in any way, shape, or form.

Nathan Dillman

Automotive Technician Graduate, ASE Certified

I am an automotive technician. I graduated from IntelliTec for the automotive technician degree. The best part about the class was getting to be hands-on and learn everything about cars.  I’ve earned my certifications in brake and alignment, steering, suspension, engine diagnostic. I am working in my field and I was in school actually. It made it really easy.

Jacob Wesson

Refrigeration & HVAC Graduate

I graduated from HVAC at Intellitech.  I already got a job in the field….I like brazing, working on metal and hydronics.

Christopher Armstrong

Massage Therapy Graduate

I graduated from massage therapy.  I’m working at Massage Envy right now.  This program that I went through was the best school I ever went…The massage therapy program was amazing.  The teachers were amazing.  I couldn’t thank them enough.  They taught me so much.

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