Advanced HVAC Technology
Hands-on 300-hour HVAC training earning EPA 608 & HVAC Excellence certification for entry-level HVAC technician careers.
5959 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Suite #110, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Open/rolling enrollment; new classes form every month; students may start at any time
No experience required
Program Philosophy
NIU College was founded to make quality career training accessible to working adults priced out of traditional private career colleges. Its mission is to help students achieve occupational and financial stability through reasonably priced, hands-on education. Programs emphasize small classes (fewer than 20), flexible morning/evening/weekend schedules, real-world externships, certification prep, and free career-placement support so graduates enter the workforce quickly without heavy student debt.
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Career changers seeking hands-on, certified HVAC technician training
Monday - Friday, 6:00 pm-10:00 pm evening cohort; 300 clock hours (99 theory / 201 lab) over 16 weeks. All theory and hands-on work will be covered at the Canoga Park workshop
4 national HVAC certs (EPA 608, R-410A, OSHA 10, HVAC Excellence) plus hands-on technician skills
Cost & Outcomes
The program costs $16,500 total, covering tuition, registration, books, supplies, and the HVAC Excellence certification exam. Qualifying students can offset part or all of the cost through outside funding by visiting their local American Job Center to check their eligiblity for a federal WIOA grant for the unemployed, the California Department of Rehabilitation for people with disabilities, and Workers' Compensation retraining vouchers for injured workers. Otherwise, students can pay in full, use an in-house monthly installment plan, or take a third-party private loan. NIU College is not eligible for federal or state financial aid.
Who This Program is Built For
This program was specifically designed with these communities in mind. If you see yourself, you belong here.
What Sets This Program Apart
Four nationally recognized certifications earned: EPA 608, R-410A Safety, OSHA 10-Hour, and HVAC Excellence Air-Conditioning & Heat Pump
Dedicated hands-on workshop (extended classroom) for real equipment practice
NIU College is a Certified HVAC Excellence proctor site, so testing happens on campus
Evening schedule designed for students who work during the day
Small classes (fewer than 20) at a fraction of competitors' cost
Day in the Life
- Evening lecture on heating/cooling cycles, electrical systems, and controls
- Hands-on lab work: brazing, charging, recovery, leak detection, and troubleshooting
- EPA 608, R-410A, and OSHA 10 exam preparation
- Instructor-led diagnostics on live HVAC/refrigeration units
Instructor Desney Southall has many years of HVAC industry and teaching experience and holds an EPA Universal Certification; expertise in commercial HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, and diagnostics.
Soft and technical skills you'll gain by program completion.
EPA 608 Certification exam and HVAC Excellence Air-Conditioning & Heat Pump Certification exam (R-410A and OSHA 10 certificates also earned)
93% pass rate
Highs & Lows
Mastering electrical theory and hands-on diagnostics while keeping up with the evening lab schedule.
Working on real HVAC/refrigeration equipment in the workshop and leaving with four stackable national certifications.
Employment Support
Career development course covering resume writing, job search, and interview skills
Mock interviews and coaching on professional presentation
Placement coordinator assists graduates with job referrals and resume exposure
Free job placement services available for up to 5 years after graduation
Externship placement with local employers built into most programs
How It Works
Submit the inquiry form at https://www.niucollege.edu/advanced-hvac-technology or call 818-347-9400
Meet with an admissions advisor for a consultation and campus tour
Provide proof of high school completion (diploma/GED/transcript), a government photo ID, and Social Security card; take the CELSA English assessment if needed
Review the School Performance Fact Sheet and sign the enrollment agreement
Arrange tuition payment or financing (cash, in-house installment plan, WIOA/workforce funding, or third-party loan)
Begin classes on the next available monthly start date
Frequently Asked Questions
If you can't find what you're looking for, feel free to contact us.People without a high school diploma, 'Ability-to-benefit applicants,' may qualify by passing an approved exam. A CELSA English assessment score of 37 out of 75 is required to demonstrate English proficiency.
Foreign diplomas must be translated and evaluated by NACES or AICE.
Depending on the program, training takes anywhere from 3 weeks to 9 months, including an externship.
Yes. Classes are offered mornings, afternoons, evenings, and some weekends to fit working schedules.
NIU College does not participate in federal or state financial aid, but offers low tuition, payment plans, WIOA/workforce funding, and grants for those who qualify.
Yes. The placement coordinator helps graduates with resume writing, interview prep, and job referrals for up to 5 years after graduation.