Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Career Studies Certificate in Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Career Studies Certificate
Laurel Ridge Community College

Prepares students in the theory and application related to HVAC.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree The cybersecurity certificate is designed for those who seek a new or improved set of skills in cybersecurity to complement existing set of skills. This program is currently offered exclusively to dual enrolled students through the trades academy.
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Laurel Ridge Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses This program is G3 eligible. IN-DEMAND credentials and education programs that are eligible for more funding than ever before through the G3 Scholarship.
Doing More With Your Degree Occupational objectives upon completion of this certificate include equipment designer, product development, engineering technician, product engineer, assembler and other related positions. Interested students may also complete additional coursework as a means to fulfil the requirements of the Technical Studies degree. Please connect with a Laurel Ridge advisor for additional details.
Program Successes & Highlights
Program Credit Requirements
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Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Career Studies Certificate in Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
16
Career Studies Certificate in Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
16
Course Grad Req 221-903-10 (2024-25 Catalog)
16
1st Semester Requirements
16
AIR 121 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AIR 154 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AIR 122 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AIR 134 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AIR 155 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
SDV 100 or 101 Requirement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Residency
16
Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 12 credits may be applied to this program.
GPA
16
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion Students transferring to Laurel Ridge with an Associate Degree or higher already completed will be able to transfer in applicable credits to their degree and will have SDV 100 waived.

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School Laurel Ridge does not distinguish between students earning an associate degree while in high school or after high school graduation.
Credit for Prior Learning https://laurelridge.edu/credit-for-prior-learning/
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Laurel Ridge Community College
College Level Information
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College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Our classes feature up-to-date technology and course content to prepare you for a competitive job market. We offer many courses that will transfer to colleges all over Virginia and the nation. Our student life team offers many ways for students to get involved including clubs, activities, and volunteer opportunities.
Transfer Student Catalog Year The catalog year in effect at the time a student was formally admitted into their curriculum at Laurel Ridge.
First Year Student Catalog Year Catalog placement is tied to semester start selected in the application.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions https://laurelridge.edu/transfer/
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Northern Virginia Community CollegeAir Conditioning and Refrigeration, A.A.S.AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Technical Studies/HVAC and RefrigerationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC/R)AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Maritime Technologies (HVAC)AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and HeatingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
49-9021.00Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and InstallersInstall or repair heating, central air conditioning, HVAC, or refrigeration systems, including oil burners, hot-air furnaces, and heating stoves.Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 16 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Career Studies Certificate in Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning at Laurel Ridge Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 1 semesters or 0.5 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $163 Per Credit $2,608 $0 $2,608
Fees
Student Activity Fee $2 Per Credit $32 0 $32
Auxiliary Fee $4 Per Credit $64 0 $64
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Tuition & Fee Notes:
  • Additional Fees
    • Some courses include materials fees in the cost of tuition or use free materials, and other courses require students to purchase texbooks or other materials. Laurel Ridge does not charge fees for parking or graduation. Tuition and fees are the same regardless of whether students attend online or in person. Tuition and Fees are subject to change.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.