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Do you want to use your mechanical aptitude and love of problem-solving to serve the personal climate comfort of others? IOT can prepare you to provide relief from extreme weather elements in all seasons through career training as an HVAC technician.

This is a NEW HYBRID program! Hybrid education is a combination of convenient online learning and face-to-face classroom and lab experiences. The IOT hybrid programs were created to provide hands-on in-person training and a flexible schedule for students.

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Believing in your real-world success

IOT’s Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) program provides hands-on training for students in the theories, techniques, and practices involved in the HVAC field. Students will learn to install, maintain, and troubleshoot HVAC system installations and will be conversant with industry standards. Students are also prepared to complete the EPA Universal certification process, which is required for graduation.

IOT includes a toolkit in the cost of the program.

HVAC system

IOT Fast Facts

  • Growing emphasis on energy efficiency and pollution reduction will require more HVAC technicians
  • HVAC jobs are expected to grow 21% by 2022*
  • Morning, afternoon, or evening programs available for your convenience***
  • Preparation for EPA Certification Exam

*Source: BLS.gov
**http://www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov
***Program availability varies by location

What can I do with the HVAC program?

As a graduate of IOT’s HVAC training, you can pursue a variety of entry-level technician opportunities supporting HVAC contractors in both residential and commercial construction. Entry point roles include:

  • Refrigeration Technician
  • Heating Technician
  • Air Conditioning Technician
  • Systems Engineer
HVAC hardware

What Program Graduates Say

  • "With a great attitude, you can achieve anything you like.”

    Christopher Black, HVAC – Class of 2022

  • "I attended IOT with no idea what I was getting myself into. I was already working in a job trying to work my way up the corporate ladder. And if I got the IOT cert, I could get a good raise, but I ended up getting something better. I got the opportunity to apply for a union job that has amazing benefits and financial opportunities. IOT was a good introduction into the basic knowledge of HVACR that got my foot in the door into a great career.”

    Ramon V. – HVAC, Class of 2022

Where Can I Study?

Graduation and Employment Rates as reported to the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)

Number of Students Enrolled: 50
Number of Students Graduated: 39
ACCSC Graduation Rate: 78%
Number of Students Placed in their field of Study: 31
ACCSC Employment Rate: 82%
Employment Rate Methodology: All students who completed the program and started between March 1, 2022, and February 28, 2023, are included in this calculation. 2.6% of the graduates (or 1 graduates), have been included in the employment rate calculation, which have been waived for employment for one of the following reasons: death, incarceration, active military service deployment, the onset of a medical condition that prevents employment, or they were an international student who returned to their country of origin, or they continued their education in an accredited institution of higher education (postsecondary) on at least a half-time basis. These waivers have been included in the calculation in compliance with ACCSC Standards of Accreditation for calculating programmatic employment rates.

For a breakdown of program costs, view our Tuition and Expenses page.

The performance numbers listed here represent the Graduation and Employment Rates for this program across all California campuses.

2022 (Hybrid Program)
BPPE 150% Graduation Rate: 67%
BPPE Placement Rate: 65%
Placement Rate Methodology: All students who completed the program within 150% of normal program length and were scheduled to graduate in 2022 are included in this calculation. 2.4% of the graduates, (or 2 graduates), have been included in the placement rate calculation, which have been waived for placement for one of the following reasons: death, become incarcerated, are called to active military duty, are international students that leave the United States or do not have a visa allowing employment in the United States, or are continuing their education in an accredited or bureau-approved postsecondary institution. These waivers have been included in the calculation in compliance with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education regulations for calculating annual programmatic placement rates.

2023 (Hybrid Program)
BPPE 150% Graduation Rate: 76%
BPPE Placement Rate: 68%
Placement Rate Methodology: All students who completed the program within 150% of normal program length and were scheduled to graduate in 2023 are included in this calculation. .7% of the graduates, (or 1 graduates), have been included in the placement rate calculation, which have been waived for placement for one of the following reasons: death, become incarcerated, are called to active military duty, are international students that leave the United States or do not have a visa allowing employment in the United States, or are continuing their education in an accredited or bureau-approved postsecondary institution. These waivers have been included in the calculation in compliance with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education regulations for calculating annual programmatic placement rates.

Graduates of this program are trained for employment in any of the following Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Codes.

SOC Code Occupation
47-2152 Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
47-2211 Sheet Metal Workers
47-4099 Construction and Related Workers, All Other
49-1011 First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers
49-9021 Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
49-9031 Home Appliance Repairers
49-9043 Maintenance Workers, Machinery
49-9071 Maintenance and Repair Workers, General
49-9091 Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers
49-9098 Helpers–Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers
49-9099 Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other
51-4121 Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers

Graduation and Employment Rates as reported to the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)

Number of Students Enrolled: 82
Number of Students Graduated: 66
ACCSC Graduation Rate: 80%
Number of Students Placed in their field of Study: 45
ACCSC Employment Rate: 69%
Placement Rate Methodology: All students who completed the program and started between March 1, 2022, and February 28, 2023, are included in this calculation. 1.5% of the graduates (or 1 graduate), have been included in the employment rate calculation, which have been waived for employment for one of the following reasons: death, incarceration, active military service deployment, the onset of a medical condition that prevents employment, or they were an international student who returned to their country of origin, or they continued their education in an accredited institution of higher education (postsecondary) on at least a half-time basis. These waivers have been included in the calculation in compliance with ACCSC Standards of Accreditation for calculating programmatic employment rates.

For a breakdown of program costs, view our Tuition and Expenses page.

The performance numbers listed here represent the Graduation and Employment Rates for this program across all California campuses.

2022 (Hybrid Program)
BPPE 150% Graduation Rate: 67%
BPPE Placement Rate: 65%
Placement Rate Methodology: All students who completed the program within 150% of normal program length and were scheduled to graduate in 2022 are included in this calculation. 2.4% of the graduates, (or 2 graduates), have been included in the placement rate calculation, which have been waived for placement for one of the following reasons: death, become incarcerated, are called to active military duty, are international students that leave the United States or do not have a visa allowing employment in the United States, or are continuing their education in an accredited or bureau-approved postsecondary institution. These waivers have been included in the calculation in compliance with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education regulations for calculating annual programmatic placement rates.

2023 (Hybrid Program)
BPPE 150% Graduation Rate: 76%
BPPE Placement Rate: 68%
Placement Rate Methodology: All students who completed the program within 150% of normal program length and were scheduled to graduate in 2023 are included in this calculation. .7% of the graduates, (or 1 graduates), have been included in the placement rate calculation, which have been waived for placement for one of the following reasons: death, become incarcerated, are called to active military duty, are international students that leave the United States or do not have a visa allowing employment in the United States, or are continuing their education in an accredited or bureau-approved postsecondary institution. These waivers have been included in the calculation in compliance with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education regulations for calculating annual programmatic placement rates.

Graduates of this program are trained for employment in any of the following Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Codes.

SOC Code Occupation
47-2152 Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
47-2211 Sheet Metal Workers
47-4099 Construction and Related Workers, All Other
49-1011 First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers
49-9021 Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
49-9031 Home Appliance Repairers
49-9043 Maintenance Workers, Machinery
49-9071 Maintenance and Repair Workers, General
49-9091 Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers
49-9098 Helpers–Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers
49-9099 Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other
51-4121 Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers

Graduation and Employment Rates as reported to the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)

Number of Students Enrolled: 28
Number of Students Graduated: 22
ACCSC Graduation Rate: 81%
Number of Students Placed in their field of Study: 18
ACCSC Employment Rate: 86%
Employment Rate Methodology: All students who completed the program and started between March 1, 2022, and February 28, 2023, are included in this calculation. 4.5% of the graduates (or 1 graduate), have been included in the employment rate calculation, which have been waived for employment for one of the following reasons: death, incarceration, active military service deployment, the onset of a medical condition that prevents employment, or they were an international student who returned to their country of origin, or they continued their education in an accredited institution of higher education (postsecondary) on at least a half-time basis. These waivers have been included in the calculation in compliance with ACCSC Standards of Accreditation for calculating programmatic employment rates.

For a breakdown of program costs, view our Tuition and Expenses page.

The performance numbers listed here represent the Graduation and Employment Rates for this program across all California campuses.

2022 (Hybrid Program)
BPPE 150% Graduation Rate: 67%
BPPE Placement Rate: 65%
Placement Rate Methodology: All students who completed the program within 150% of normal program length and were scheduled to graduate in 2022 are included in this calculation. 2.4% of the graduates, (or 2 graduates), have been included in the placement rate calculation, which have been waived for placement for one of the following reasons: death, become incarcerated, are called to active military duty, are international students that leave the United States or do not have a visa allowing employment in the United States, or are continuing their education in an accredited or bureau-approved postsecondary institution. These waivers have been included in the calculation in compliance with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education regulations for calculating annual programmatic placement rates.

2023 (Hybrid Program)
BPPE 150% Graduation Rate: 76%
BPPE Placement Rate: 68%
Placement Rate Methodology: All students who completed the program within 150% of normal program length and were scheduled to graduate in 2023 are included in this calculation. .7% of the graduates, (or 1 graduates), have been included in the placement rate calculation, which have been waived for placement for one of the following reasons: death, become incarcerated, are called to active military duty, are international students that leave the United States or do not have a visa allowing employment in the United States, or are continuing their education in an accredited or bureau-approved postsecondary institution. These waivers have been included in the calculation in compliance with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education regulations for calculating annual programmatic placement rates.

Graduates of this program are trained for employment in any of the following Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Codes.

SOC Code Occupation
47-2152 Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
47-2211 Sheet Metal Workers
47-4099 Construction and Related Workers, All Other
49-1011 First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers
49-9021 Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
49-9031 Home Appliance Repairers
49-9043 Maintenance Workers, Machinery
49-9071 Maintenance and Repair Workers, General
49-9091 Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers
49-9098 Helpers–Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers
49-9099 Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other
51-4121 Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
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Campus Performance

Graduation and Employment Rates as reported to the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)

Number of Students Enrolled: 50
Number of Students Graduated: 39
ACCSC Graduation Rate: 78%
Number of Students Placed in their field of Study: 31
ACCSC Employment Rate: 82%
Employment Rate Methodology: All students who completed the program and started between March 1, 2022, and February 28, 2023, are included in this calculation. 2.6% of the graduates (or 1 graduates), have been included in the employment rate calculation, which have been waived for employment for one of the following reasons: death, incarceration, active military service deployment, the onset of a medical condition that prevents employment, or they were an international student who returned to their country of origin, or they continued their education in an accredited institution of higher education (postsecondary) on at least a half-time basis. These waivers have been included in the calculation in compliance with ACCSC Standards of Accreditation for calculating programmatic employment rates.

Program Cost

For a breakdown of program costs, view our Tuition and Expenses page.

Program Performance CA BPPE

The performance numbers listed here represent the Graduation and Employment Rates for this program across all California campuses.

2022 (Hybrid Program)
BPPE 150% Graduation Rate: 67%
BPPE Placement Rate: 65%
Placement Rate Methodology: All students who completed the program within 150% of normal program length and were scheduled to graduate in 2022 are included in this calculation. 2.4% of the graduates, (or 2 graduates), have been included in the placement rate calculation, which have been waived for placement for one of the following reasons: death, become incarcerated, are called to active military duty, are international students that leave the United States or do not have a visa allowing employment in the United States, or are continuing their education in an accredited or bureau-approved postsecondary institution. These waivers have been included in the calculation in compliance with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education regulations for calculating annual programmatic placement rates.

2023 (Hybrid Program)
BPPE 150% Graduation Rate: 76%
BPPE Placement Rate: 68%
Placement Rate Methodology: All students who completed the program within 150% of normal program length and were scheduled to graduate in 2023 are included in this calculation. .7% of the graduates, (or 1 graduates), have been included in the placement rate calculation, which have been waived for placement for one of the following reasons: death, become incarcerated, are called to active military duty, are international students that leave the United States or do not have a visa allowing employment in the United States, or are continuing their education in an accredited or bureau-approved postsecondary institution. These waivers have been included in the calculation in compliance with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education regulations for calculating annual programmatic placement rates.

Occupational Outcomes

Graduates of this program are trained for employment in any of the following Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Codes.

SOC Code Occupation
47-2152 Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
47-2211 Sheet Metal Workers
47-4099 Construction and Related Workers, All Other
49-1011 First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers
49-9021 Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
49-9031 Home Appliance Repairers
49-9043 Maintenance Workers, Machinery
49-9071 Maintenance and Repair Workers, General
49-9091 Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers
49-9098 Helpers–Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers
49-9099 Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other
51-4121 Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
Program Disclosures
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Hybrid Fact Sheet
Campus Performance

Graduation and Employment Rates as reported to the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)

Number of Students Enrolled: 82
Number of Students Graduated: 66
ACCSC Graduation Rate: 80%
Number of Students Placed in their field of Study: 45
ACCSC Employment Rate: 69%
Placement Rate Methodology: All students who completed the program and started between March 1, 2022, and February 28, 2023, are included in this calculation. 1.5% of the graduates (or 1 graduate), have been included in the employment rate calculation, which have been waived for employment for one of the following reasons: death, incarceration, active military service deployment, the onset of a medical condition that prevents employment, or they were an international student who returned to their country of origin, or they continued their education in an accredited institution of higher education (postsecondary) on at least a half-time basis. These waivers have been included in the calculation in compliance with ACCSC Standards of Accreditation for calculating programmatic employment rates.

Program Cost

For a breakdown of program costs, view our Tuition and Expenses page.

Program Performance CA BPPE

The performance numbers listed here represent the Graduation and Employment Rates for this program across all California campuses.

2022 (Hybrid Program)
BPPE 150% Graduation Rate: 67%
BPPE Placement Rate: 65%
Placement Rate Methodology: All students who completed the program within 150% of normal program length and were scheduled to graduate in 2022 are included in this calculation. 2.4% of the graduates, (or 2 graduates), have been included in the placement rate calculation, which have been waived for placement for one of the following reasons: death, become incarcerated, are called to active military duty, are international students that leave the United States or do not have a visa allowing employment in the United States, or are continuing their education in an accredited or bureau-approved postsecondary institution. These waivers have been included in the calculation in compliance with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education regulations for calculating annual programmatic placement rates.

2023 (Hybrid Program)
BPPE 150% Graduation Rate: 76%
BPPE Placement Rate: 68%
Placement Rate Methodology: All students who completed the program within 150% of normal program length and were scheduled to graduate in 2023 are included in this calculation. .7% of the graduates, (or 1 graduates), have been included in the placement rate calculation, which have been waived for placement for one of the following reasons: death, become incarcerated, are called to active military duty, are international students that leave the United States or do not have a visa allowing employment in the United States, or are continuing their education in an accredited or bureau-approved postsecondary institution. These waivers have been included in the calculation in compliance with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education regulations for calculating annual programmatic placement rates.

Occupational Outcomes

Graduates of this program are trained for employment in any of the following Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Codes.

SOC Code Occupation
47-2152 Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
47-2211 Sheet Metal Workers
47-4099 Construction and Related Workers, All Other
49-1011 First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers
49-9021 Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
49-9031 Home Appliance Repairers
49-9043 Maintenance Workers, Machinery
49-9071 Maintenance and Repair Workers, General
49-9091 Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers
49-9098 Helpers–Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers
49-9099 Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other
51-4121 Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
Program Disclosures
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Hybrid Fact Sheet
Campus Performance

Graduation and Employment Rates as reported to the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)

Number of Students Enrolled: 28
Number of Students Graduated: 22
ACCSC Graduation Rate: 81%
Number of Students Placed in their field of Study: 18
ACCSC Employment Rate: 86%
Employment Rate Methodology: All students who completed the program and started between March 1, 2022, and February 28, 2023, are included in this calculation. 4.5% of the graduates (or 1 graduate), have been included in the employment rate calculation, which have been waived for employment for one of the following reasons: death, incarceration, active military service deployment, the onset of a medical condition that prevents employment, or they were an international student who returned to their country of origin, or they continued their education in an accredited institution of higher education (postsecondary) on at least a half-time basis. These waivers have been included in the calculation in compliance with ACCSC Standards of Accreditation for calculating programmatic employment rates.

Program Cost

For a breakdown of program costs, view our Tuition and Expenses page.

Program Performance CA BPPE

The performance numbers listed here represent the Graduation and Employment Rates for this program across all California campuses.

2022 (Hybrid Program)
BPPE 150% Graduation Rate: 67%
BPPE Placement Rate: 65%
Placement Rate Methodology: All students who completed the program within 150% of normal program length and were scheduled to graduate in 2022 are included in this calculation. 2.4% of the graduates, (or 2 graduates), have been included in the placement rate calculation, which have been waived for placement for one of the following reasons: death, become incarcerated, are called to active military duty, are international students that leave the United States or do not have a visa allowing employment in the United States, or are continuing their education in an accredited or bureau-approved postsecondary institution. These waivers have been included in the calculation in compliance with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education regulations for calculating annual programmatic placement rates.

2023 (Hybrid Program)
BPPE 150% Graduation Rate: 76%
BPPE Placement Rate: 68%
Placement Rate Methodology: All students who completed the program within 150% of normal program length and were scheduled to graduate in 2023 are included in this calculation. .7% of the graduates, (or 1 graduates), have been included in the placement rate calculation, which have been waived for placement for one of the following reasons: death, become incarcerated, are called to active military duty, are international students that leave the United States or do not have a visa allowing employment in the United States, or are continuing their education in an accredited or bureau-approved postsecondary institution. These waivers have been included in the calculation in compliance with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education regulations for calculating annual programmatic placement rates.

Occupational Outcomes

Graduates of this program are trained for employment in any of the following Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Codes.

SOC Code Occupation
47-2152 Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
47-2211 Sheet Metal Workers
47-4099 Construction and Related Workers, All Other
49-1011 First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers
49-9021 Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
49-9031 Home Appliance Repairers
49-9043 Maintenance Workers, Machinery
49-9071 Maintenance and Repair Workers, General
49-9091 Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers
49-9098 Helpers–Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers
49-9099 Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other
51-4121 Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
Program Disclosures
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Hybrid Fact Sheet

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