About NW HVAC/R
The Northwest HVAC/R (heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration) Association was originally formed in 1958 by the involvement of HVAC/R contractors and the local utilities to provide heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration training while providing a forum for passing along information to promote safety in HVAC/R service and installation. Today, they are the leading membership organization representing HVAC/R contractors, businesses and maintenance departments in the Northwest.
The NW HVAC/R Training Center is a fully accredited private vocational college with the goal of training and updating the skills of technicians currently employed and those individuals beginning a career in the HVAC/R industry. The training applies directly to the HVAC/R industry, tailored to meet the educational and job placement needs of its students and their future employers.
625
NW HVAC/R Students Served97
% Students placed since 201160
Years in business50+
Pieces of on-site equipment
Our Mission
Provides quality education and training, promoting the highest standards of workmanship, improving the quality of installation and service, and facilitating the enforcement of applicable codes and standards of the industry. The organization will gather and disseminate information on industry-related issues and provide input on local, state and federal regulations affecting the HVAC/R trade.
Our Vision
- A comprehensive private vocational college and leader in training excellence for HVAC/R service technicians.
- An employer-based organization to provide employee training that meets the standards of the industry.
- A voice and information gathering body for entities that provide the community with heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration needs.
HVAC/R Service Technician Training Program Objective
To give its graduates the knowledge and skills that allow for maximum growth in the HVAC/R field.