HVACR School Near Sanford, Florida

HVAC technicians can work in a variety of fields and make repairs to equipment found in both commercial and residential settings. They’re essential workers who ensure crucial systems are functioning properly!

Those interested in this line of work need to learn the right techniques and skills for the job, which is where UTI Orlando comes in. We help prepare students for these roles with hands-on training and lessons from instructors who care.

HVAC certification is a topic that comes up a lot when it comes to this career field. Many HVAC employers require that their technicians receive certifications, especially because they often handle materials that could be dangerous and need to know safety standards.

The good news is that HVAC students at UTI graduate prepared to test for credentials valued by the industry. These exams may include:

Students at UTI Orlando take HVAC courses designed to give them industry skills. Topics include:

HVACR training grads are prepared to pursue entry-level roles, including:

• HVACR technician
• Installation technician
• Refrigeration technician

As with any industry, over time, HVAC technicians may be able to advance their careers with experience and hard work.⁷⁷ Some examples include:

• A/C tech
• HVAC specialist
• Refrigeration operator
• Residential contractor
• Commercial service manager
• Facilities manager
• Code inspector
• Mechanical engineer
• Energy analyst
• Business owner

Keep in mind that openings in the Sanford area will vary based on local demand. Both current students and HVAC grads have access to our Career Services Team who can help with locating local job opportunities in or near the Sanford area.

Planning a visit to our HVACR school? Book a tour and head on over using the directions below (some routes may have tolls):

1. Get on FL-417 North/FL-417 Toll North from South French Avenue and West 25th Street/H E Thomas Jr Parkway (3.4 miles)
1. Head southeast to South Seguin Avenue. (1.2 miles)
2. Turn left onto Interstate 35 North Frontage Road. (0.8 miles)
3. Use the left lane to take the Interstate 35 North ramp. (0.2 miles)
2. Take I-4 West and I-4 Express to Consulate Drive in Orange County. Take exit 255 from Florida’s Turnpike. (32.1 miles)
1. Merge onto FL-417 North/FL-417 Toll North (2.4 miles)
2. Take exit 55A toward 1-4 East/Daytona Beach (0.3 miles)
3. Keep left at the fork to continue on Exit 55B, follow signs for I-4 West/Downtown/Orlando and merge onto I-4 West (6.9 miles)
4. Slight left onto I-4 Express (6.2 miles)
5. Keep left to stay on I-4 Express (9.6 miles)
6. Keep left to stay on I-4 Express (2.4 miles)
7. Use the left lane to take the exit toward Miami (1.0 miles)
8. Merge onto Florida’s Turnpike (3.1 miles)
9. Take exit 255 for Consulate Drive (0.3 miles)
3. Continue on Consulate Drive to the campus (1.3 miles)
1. Turn left onto Consulate Drive (0.6 miles)
2. Turn right onto US-441 South/US-92 West/Highway 17 South (0.5 miles)
3. Turn right onto West Taft Vineland Road (0.2 miles)
4. Turn left at American Eagle Way (151 feet)
5. Turn right and the campus will be on the left (59 feet)

Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.

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