Online HVAC and Refrigeration Training

Discover a Future in HVACR: Free Online Career Exploration Program for High School Students

As graduation approaches, many high school students are left wondering, “What’s next?” College isn’t the right fit for everyone—and with the rising cost of tuition, more students and families are exploring alternative pathways that lead to high-paying, in-demand careers.

One of the most promising and often overlooked career fields is HVACR—Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration. It’s essential, it’s high-tech, and it’s growing faster than ever.

That’s why HVACRedu.net is proud to announce a brand-new opportunity: a FREE, 102-hour online HVACR Career Exploration Program created just for high school students.

🎓 Why HVACR Deserves a Spot on Every Student's Radar

HVACR professionals are the behind-the-scenes heroes who keep homes comfortable, hospitals operational, grocery stores cold, and data centers from overheating. From refrigeration and climate control to digital automation and energy efficiency, the industry is evolving rapidly—and it needs skilled talent.

Consider these facts:

  • The average HVAC technician earns $50,000–$80,000+ per year, with room to grow

  • There’s a projected shortage of hundreds of thousands of skilled tradespeople in the coming decade

  • HVACR jobs don’t require a 4-year degree—just skill, training, and drive

Students exploring career paths deserve to know this field exists—and that it offers real opportunities.

🛠️ What the Free Program Includes

HVACRedu.net’s 102-hour program is built to give students a broad, engaging introduction to the real work and technologies in the HVACR industry. It’s 100% self-paced and online, so students can explore on their own schedule.

✅ Program Highlights:

16 Online Modules

Topics include:

HVACR Fundamentals

Boilers & Hydronic Heating

Refrigeration Cycle

CO₂ and Commercial Systems

Supermarket Applications

Digital Direct Controls (DDC)


Built-in assessments
—no instructor grading required

Includes the HVACR Career Map to help students visualize potential career paths


Designed specifically for:

High School Juniors and Seniors

CTE and Career Pathway students

Virtual Academy and Homeschool learners 

💡 Why This Matters for Students (and Educators)

This program isn’t just about technical training—it’s about career awareness.

Many students have never heard of HVACR, let alone realized it could lead to a rewarding, hands-on career with advancement potential.

For schools, it’s an easy way to:

  • Supplement Career & Technical Education (CTE) offerings

  • Engage students in real-world applications of STEM concepts

  • Provide a career exploration tool without added classroom burden

🧠 Built for Accessibility and Impact

With all content delivered online and designed for independent learners, this program can plug directly into:

  • Career readiness periods

  • After-school enrichment

  • CTE labs or virtual learning hubs

  • Homeschool lesson plans


No paperwork, no 3rd-party content, no hidden costs.

📩 How to Enroll (or Share with Students)

It’s simple:
Students, parents, and educators can learn more and get started at the official program page:

👉 https://www.hvacredu.net/national-high-school-program/

Schools or organizations interested in partnering or receiving flyers and digital outreach assets can email:

📧 [email protected]

🔚 Final Thoughts

Whether a student is hands-on, tech-savvy, or still figuring out their path, HVACR offers something real—a future filled with opportunity, innovation, and impact.

This free program is HVACRedu.net’s commitment to opening doors and changing lives through education. We invite every high school program, parent, and student to explore what’s possible.

 

About HVACRedu.net

Founded in 1997, HVACRedu.net is a nationally recognized provider of online HVACR education. Our mission is to deliver accessible, industry-relevant training that helps students and professionals thrive in a rapidly evolving skilled trades landscape.

For more information, contact HVACRedu.net Media Relations at [email protected] or call (888) 655-4822.