Welcome to The Northwest HVAC/R Association and Training Center
The NW HVAC/R Training Center is a fully accredited private vocational college in Spokane, Washington. The goal of the HVAC school is to update the skills of technicians currently employed and train individuals beginning a career in the HVAC/R industry.Fully Accredited
Fully accredited private HVAC training
Job Placement
We have a proven record in placing our students in well-paying HVAC jobs after graduation.
Tailored Training
Meeting the needs of students and their future HVAC employers
Employer Based
An employer-based organization to provide employee training that meets the standards of the industry.
HVAC/R Accessories
Course #3204
Covers the installation and operation of automatic vent dampers, electronic control systems, humidifiers and filters.
EPA Refrigerant Certification
Course #3406
Covers the types, physical properties, and applications of refrigerants and EPA specifications for the safe handling of refrigerants and procedures for purchase, storage and transportation
Introduction to HVAC/R
Course #1103
An introduction to the general requirements for human comfort in buildings, as well as heating fundamentals, types and designs of furnaces, along with procedures for servicing and installing.
Professional Internship III & IV (HVAC/R Employees)
Course #4000 – 4001
2nd year night students who are currently employees working in the field use their daily work experience for internship credit.
HVAC/R Mathematics
Course #1105
Students review and build on basic math skills by analyzing and solving HVAC/R trade math problems using standard formulas
Refrigeration Series
Course #4402
Covers refrigerant process, theory,piping, use of variety of refrigerants, extensive troubleshooting techniques refrigeration controls, and exposure to a variety of industry refrigeration systems.
System Design
Course #3226
Provides an elementary understanding of air and its properties as a background for consideration of heat loss and gain calculation and proper duct sizing procedures using Manuals D and J and/or manuals of equivalent procedures.
Boilers (Residential)
Course #2305
An introductory course in hydronic heating systems. Includes operations, components, types of fluid systems, installation, servicing, inspections and seasonal maintenance.
Electricity Series II
Course #1209
Covers Ohm’s Law and concepts of AC electrical circuits. Solid state, electromechanical, and pneumatic controls. Reading and tracing wiring diagrams and schematics and extensive troubleshooting techniques.
Oil Service
Course #2218
Troubleshooting and maintenance procedures for selected oil heating units. Students must hold a current oil license to attend this class.
Exploratory Internship II (Non-HVAC/R Employees)
Course #2000
Students spend one day per week with an HVAC/R company or maintenance department learning the skills necessary to become an HVACR technician.
Professional Internship I & II (HVAC/R Employees)
Course #3000 – 3001
1st year night students who are currently employees working in the field use their daily work experience for internship credit
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GI Bill®
Veterans using the GI Bill® can submit an application to use benefits at our institution.
Financial Aid Available
Apply for federal financial aid by submitting your FAFSA application. Our school code is #032833.
Continuing Education
Classes are accredited CEU's for Washington State electrical, plumbing & home inspector credit.
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