Training and Education for Teachers and Students

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As heat pumps and other advanced systems become more common, the gap between what’s possible and what’s practical will depend largely on workforce readiness. 

A survey from BuildOps shows the AI training gap present in HVAC. In this Q&A, learn how to overcome this gap, which can simultaneously address the workforce shortage. 

As the HVAC labor shortage intensifies, contractors and manufacturers are investing in training programs to prepare technicians for the field. 

Not every technician learns the same way, so why are they still being trained as if they do? By combining all types of learning styles, meeting techs where they are at, and gamifying activities, technicians retain more, apply more in the field, and feel more confident in their skills. 

Rheem is raising the bar on sustainability with a new commitment to train more than a million HVAC contractors and industry professionals worldwide over the next decade.

The United Association’s push for 30,000 new HVACR professionals isn’t just about training — it’s about partnership. Contractors who engage with local trade programs and advisory committees are finding early access to the next generation of skilled technicians. 

As technology and the industry as a whole continue to evolve at a rapid rate, the education surrounding it must as well. Educators must also work to ensure they are meeting industry demands, have enough training to go around, and that they are aiding in securing recruits.  

National Technical Institute has launched a commercial refrigeration training program at its Phoenix location. 

 When it comes to choosing a place to start a career in HVAC, Service Direct’s new report provides data to help make the decision.