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How to get a HVAC technician license in Georgia
Requirements, license levels, and the issuing authority — sourced from Georgia's
official board.
EPA Section 608 (Type II or higher) certification is required as part of application, in addition to the federal refrigerant-handling mandate.
Conditioned Air Contractor - Class I (Restricted): systems not exceeding 175,000 BTU heating and 60,000 BTU cooling
Conditioned Air Contractor - Class II (Non-restricted): unrestricted
Georgia HVAC technician licensing at a glance
Requirements
Qualifying experience; minimum score of 70 on the applicable examination; EPA certification (Type II or higher) card; a Heat Loss & Gain / Duct Design course (or ACT107); three references; and applicable fees.
Reciprocity
Reciprocity application available (see /forms - Conditioned Air RECIPROCITY).
Renewal
Biennial; online renewal due by Nov 30 of odd-numbered years (late Dec 1-31).
Notes
EPA Section 608 (Type II or higher) certification is required as part of application, in addition to the federal refrigerant-handling mandate.
Questions
Do you need a license to work as a HVAC technician in Georgia?
EPA Section 608 (Type II or higher) certification is required as part of application, in addition to the federal refrigerant-handling mandate.
What HVAC technician license levels does Georgia have?
The levels are Conditioned Air Contractor - Class I (Restricted): systems not exceeding 175,000 BTU heating and 60,000 BTU cooling, Conditioned Air Contractor - Class II (Non-restricted): unrestricted.
How do you get licensed as a HVAC technician in Georgia?
Qualifying experience; minimum score of 70 on the applicable examination; EPA certification (Type II or higher) card; a Heat Loss & Gain / Duct Design course (or ACT107); three references; and applicable fees.
Does Georgia have HVAC technician license reciprocity?
Reciprocity application available (see /forms - Conditioned Air RECIPROCITY).
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