Workforce Development Resource — HVAC Programs in Massachusetts
Connecting contractors with local HVAC training programs is essential to building the next generation of skilled technicians. This page lists schools and programs across Massachusetts, with contacts and partnership opportunities. Contractors can serve on advisory councils, provide guest lectures, participate in internships, or hire graduates directly.
Whittier Regional Vocational High School
Location: Haverhill, MA
Contact: Richard Gonsalves – [email protected]
Partnership Opportunities: Guest presentations, curriculum feedback, student career talks
Program Info: HVAC training with refrigeration, electrical fundamentals, and code prep.
Program Link
International Union of Operating Engineers Local 877 HVAC Training
Location: Canton, MA
Contact: Jack Mucciarone – [email protected]
Partnership Opportunities: Apprenticeship insight, curriculum collaboration
Program Info: Approved HVAC training preparing participants for Refrigeration Licensing, including HVAC I & II and HVAC Controls.
Program Link
Blue Hills Regional Technical High School
Location: Canton, MA
Contact: Marybeth Joyce – [email protected]
Partnership Opportunities: Advisory council, student workshops
Program Info: HVAC/R program with hands-on service, installation, maintenance & electrical components.
Program Link
Worcester Technical High School
Location: Worcester, MA
Contact: Ronald Stanley – [email protected]
Partnership Opportunities: Internship cooperatives, curriculum feedback
Program Info: HVAC/R program with hands-on training and cooperative education opportunities.
Program Link
Springfield Technical Community College
Location: Springfield, MA
Contact: Robert Bujak – [email protected]
Partnership Opportunities: Guest presentations, industry panels
Program Info: HVAC program preparing students for entry-level HVAC roles and certifications.
Program Link
New England Institute of HVAC
Location: Lowell & Fitchburg, MA
Contact: [email protected]
Partnership Opportunities: Classroom presentations, job shadowing, industry speaker events
Program Info: Hands-on, condensed HVAC training curriculum (13-week programs) with EPA certification preparation.
Program Link
Quinsigamond Community College — HVAC Certificate
Location: Worcester, MA
Contact: [email protected]
Partnership Opportunities: Lab demos, contractor panels
Program Info: HVAC/R Certificate preparing students in electrical systems, refrigerant handling, and HVAC diagnostics.
Program Link
Massasoit Community College — HVAC Program
Location: Brockton, MA
Contact: Admissions contact via college website
Partnership Opportunities: Industry advisory feedback, employer recruiting events
Program Info: Comprehensive HVAC education including hands-on systems and repair training. Program Link
How Contractors Can Partner:
Whittier Regional Vocational High School
Location: Haverhill, MA
Contact: Richard Gonsalves – [email protected]
Partnership Opportunities: Guest presentations, curriculum feedback, student career talks
Program Info: HVAC training with refrigeration, electrical fundamentals, and code prep.
Program Link
International Union of Operating Engineers Local 877 HVAC Training
Location: Canton, MA
Contact: Jack Mucciarone – [email protected]
Partnership Opportunities: Apprenticeship insight, curriculum collaboration
Program Info: Approved HVAC training preparing participants for Refrigeration Licensing, including HVAC I & II and HVAC Controls.
Program Link
Blue Hills Regional Technical High School
Location: Canton, MA
Contact: Marybeth Joyce – [email protected]
Partnership Opportunities: Advisory council, student workshops
Program Info: HVAC/R program with hands-on service, installation, maintenance & electrical components.
Program Link
Worcester Technical High School
Location: Worcester, MA
Contact: Ronald Stanley – [email protected]
Partnership Opportunities: Internship cooperatives, curriculum feedback
Program Info: HVAC/R program with hands-on training and cooperative education opportunities.
Program Link
Springfield Technical Community College
Location: Springfield, MA
Contact: Robert Bujak – [email protected]
Partnership Opportunities: Guest presentations, industry panels
Program Info: HVAC program preparing students for entry-level HVAC roles and certifications.
Program Link
New England Institute of HVAC
Location: Lowell & Fitchburg, MA
Contact: [email protected]
Partnership Opportunities: Classroom presentations, job shadowing, industry speaker events
Program Info: Hands-on, condensed HVAC training curriculum (13-week programs) with EPA certification preparation.
Program Link
Quinsigamond Community College — HVAC Certificate
Location: Worcester, MA
Contact: [email protected]
Partnership Opportunities: Lab demos, contractor panels
Program Info: HVAC/R Certificate preparing students in electrical systems, refrigerant handling, and HVAC diagnostics.
Program Link
Massasoit Community College — HVAC Program
Location: Brockton, MA
Contact: Admissions contact via college website
Partnership Opportunities: Industry advisory feedback, employer recruiting events
Program Info: Comprehensive HVAC education including hands-on systems and repair training. Program Link
How Contractors Can Partner:
- Advisory Councils: Help schools shape curriculum to match industry needs
- Guest Presentations / Workshops: Share real-world skills and insights
- Internship / Job Shadow Programs: Offer hands-on experience with your crew
- Hire or Interview Graduates: Connect directly with upcoming HVAC talent