The new programs at Miller-Motte College Tulsa are designed to prepare students for successful careers in the HVACR and electrical trades by combining classroom education with hands-on training.
HVAC School isn’t your typical training program — it doesn’t follow a set curriculum, nor does it operate out of a classroom. Instead, it’s an online resource and community created “For Techs, by Techs.”
This year’s program will award 10 $2,500 scholarships to eligible trade school students across the U.S. who demonstrate generosity, respect, integrity and teamwork — or GRIT, the acronym for SupplyHouse’s core values — and have a commitment to entering the skilled trades workforce.
HomeServe plans to fund five scholarships this year, with each award providing $3,000 in support for students pursuing plumbing or HVAC apprenticeship or service technician training.
In 1994, a young technician faced his fears when tasked with a daunting geothermal startup. A call for help and some compassionate guidance turned doubt into success.
What separates a good HVAC apprenticeship program from a great one is more than just textbooks and a curriculum — it’s about mindset, mentorship, and modern training methods that keep pace with an ever-evolving industry.
Thomas Tebbe has worn many hats, demonstrating unwavering dedication to advancing HVACR education and technician training, a press release from HVAC Excellence said. Tebbe was the national programs director at HVAC Excellence from 2002 to 2016.
This year’s theme, “Cool Skills,” highlights the essential competencies and training required to support sustainable, efficient cooling systems that are vital to health, comfort, and modern infrastructure.
A mid-sized HVAC company in Virginia used VR to turn training into a competitive edge — and their approach might be the future of skilled trades education.
These mobile-optimized, interactive resources are part of a comprehensive, structured development program that extends learning to maintenance technicians at the exact moment they need it most: in the field.