Chuck C.
HVAC Program Graduate
If you have always enjoyed tinkering with mechanical equipment and wondered about how machinery works, you may want to consider the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC-R) field. This is a growing field with high demand for experienced HVAC technicians, which can mean greater job security. Consider training for this entry-level position right here at our HVAC School in Norfolk, Virginia. Upon graduation, you can start earning a stable income and explore the career possibilities within HVAC—all while you improve the comfort of your community.
At Fortis, we help individuals who enjoy hands-on projects develop the necessary practical and problem-solving skills to work in commercial, industrial, and residential settings. You will graduate from our HVAC-R School in Norfolk, VA with the knowledge and skills you need to become an entry-level HVAC technician.
With local weather conditions that require heating and cooling systems to be in good working order year round, the HVAC field can offer you consistent work and the satisfaction of knowing you are keeping your community comfortable and safe.
Gain the necessary skills at our HVAC School in Virginia, including:
Upon graduation from Fortis, you will be prepared to pursue employment in various businesses and organizations with heating and cooling systems. Some of our graduates also choose to pursue entrepreneurship in order to have their own HVAC company.
HVAC Program Graduate
Located in the Hampton Roads metropolitan area, Norfolk is the fourth-largest city in Virginia and an excellent place to learn, work, and live. The city was even named “America’s Favorite City” by Travel + Leisure magazine.
Norfolk enjoys an idyllic location along the picturesque coastline of Chesapeake Bay. This location also means that the area can get rain and partly cloudy skies year round. Like many places in the south, Norfolk experiences hot, muggy summers and cold, windy winters. Heating and cooling systems are vital to the city, meaning there is demand for skilled HVAC technicians.
You can train to meet this local need at Fortis’ HVAC School in Norfolk, Virginia. Upon graduation, you can pursue employment at any number of nearby shipping and maintenance companies or at important local organizations, such as the Chrysler Museum of Art and the Virginia Zoo.
Norfolk offers countless activities for the outdoor enthusiast, including more than 100 parks, golf courses, and miles of sandy beaches. You might also check out the urban biking and pedestrian trails at Elizabeth River Trail.
Employment opportunities for our Virginia HVAC Training graduates may include:
After completing your training at Fortis, you will be well-positioned to launch your HVAC career. You will also have Fortis’ knowledgeable instructors and dedicated career services team behind you every step of the way.
Norfolk has the notable distinction of being one of the oldest cities in the Hampton Roads region. Fortis’ Norfolk, VA HVAC School campus is conveniently located off the Virginia Beach Expressway, the I-264.
From Downtown Norfolk: Get on I-264 E toward Virginia Beach. Merge onto I-64 W/Richmond toward N. Newtown Rd. Take Center Dr. to campus.
From Norvella Heights: Get on I-64 E to Virginia Beach before exiting at N. Newtown Rd. Take Center Dr. to campus.
Programs vary by state and campus. Not all programs are offered at all locations. Contact local campus for accreditation information.
To learn more about the field of HVAC-R, we suggest reading several of our blog articles including Four Things HCAVR Techs Love about Their Jobs, The Career Path for HVAC, and Celebrating National HVAC Technicians Day.
You can begin the admissions process right now by completing our online Information Request Form or by calling us at 855.436.7847. You will be able to talk with an admissions advisor who can help you.
Our instructors are experienced and knowledgeable professionals who truly care about your success. They not only deliver a comprehensive curriculum, but they may also share stories about their work as HVAC technicians to help students learn more about the career they are preparing to enter.
Most of our programs are eligible for Title IV funding. Financial Aid is available to those who qualify. During the admissions process you will meet with a Financial Aid Advisor who can help you.
Yes! Our Career Services department works with every student on their job search. We work as a team to empower our graduates with the skills necessary to approach a job interview ready for success.
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