Navigating the 2021 Residential HVAC Code Changes
Update on MA Proposed HVAC Licensing
Dates & Locations:
1/08/2026—Hyannis, MA
1/15/2026—Framingham, MA
1/22/26 —Wakefield, MA (Location TBD)
About the Seminars
We’re proud to bring back our in-demand Massachusetts Residential HVAC Code Seminars, live and in person this January — hosted in partnership with ACA New England!
These seminars are designed for contractors, installers, project managers, and designers who want to sharpen their skills, stay compliant with the latest energy codes, and enhance residential HVAC design execution in the field.
Here's why this matters for your team (or your employer):
- Tuition Reimbursement Available – These courses qualify under many utility and workforce development programs
- Meets MA Code Requirements—up-to-date content tailored to 2023/2024 code updates
- CEU Opportunities – Certificate of completion provided
- Taught by a Field-Proven HVAC Instructor—Led by Chris Morin, U.S. Marine Veteran, system design trainer, and author Leadership in HVAC
- Employer Benefit—Empower your team to design better, install better, and reduce callbacks
This seminar is more than code training — it's a leadership investment in your team!
Agenda
- 7:30am: Registration, Networking & Continental Breakfast
- 8:30am: Navigating the 2021 Residential HVAC Code Changes (HVAC Pro Blog)
- 10am: Update on MA Proposed HVAC Licensing (ACA New England)
- 10:30am: Wrap-up, Vendor, Networking
About the Speaker
Chris Morin is the Author, Owner & Creator of the popular HVAC Pro Blog. An ACCA Residential System Design Instructor, Chris' experience includes consulting contractors and technicians on proper system design, quality installation, and system diagnosis – both in the classroom and in the field.
Chris started carrying tools in HVAC at age 16, graduated from Minuteman Regional Vocational, and promptly entered the U.S. Marines as a Refrigeration Mechanic where he served two tours in Iraq. Returning home, he was a Service Technician, then Service Manager, before working for a MA based utility rebate program implementer as an HVAC Specialist/Trainer.
In the Fall of 2024, Chris left his corporate job working as the Northeast Business Development Sales Manager for America's leading ductless manufacturer: Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US to work full-time on this passion project. Chris holds a B.S. in Business Management from University of Phoenix and MA Master Sheet Metal License.
Chris started carrying tools in HVAC at age 16, graduated from Minuteman Regional Vocational, and promptly entered the U.S. Marines as a Refrigeration Mechanic where he served two tours in Iraq. Returning home, he was a Service Technician, then Service Manager, before working for a MA based utility rebate program implementer as an HVAC Specialist/Trainer.
In the Fall of 2024, Chris left his corporate job working as the Northeast Business Development Sales Manager for America's leading ductless manufacturer: Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US to work full-time on this passion project. Chris holds a B.S. in Business Management from University of Phoenix and MA Master Sheet Metal License.
ACA/NE Membership Testimonial
"My membership in ACA/NE has been an invaluable part of my professional life by connecting me with other HVAC professionals in the industry, as well as keeping me informed of major legislative and regulatory issues. ACA/NE resources have helped me do my job even better!”
John Sinclaire | Sinclaire Enterprise's, Inc.