Maintenance Certifications: Add to Your Toolbelt in 2023
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VAMA is offering the following certifications to keep our member maintenance teams educated and ready to serve their residents!
Section 608 Universal HVAC Certification
Section 608 Universal certification covers all CFC (R-12), HCFC (R-22), HFC (410A and all blended refrigerants), and new HFO (R-1234ze, R-1233zd). This Universal Certification will allow you to work on small appliances (Type 1), straight air, heat pumps (Type 2) and chillers (Type 3). To work on stationary air conditioners and refrigeration systems, you must be certified under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act. This course is one full day and includes the book and exam.
January 12, 2023 in Hampton Roads
January 19, 2023 in Charlottesville
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
The CPO® certification program is taken as a two-day class that covers 14-16 hours of information from the PHTA® Pool & Spa Operator™ Handbook (provided) and local codes taught by an PHTA® Instructor. This dynamic setting offers direct interaction with aninstructor and fellow students. Pass the exam and earn CPO® certification, which is good for 5 years.
February 7-8, 2023 in Hampton Roads
February 15-16, 2023 in Charlottesville
Low Global Warming Potential (LGWP) HVAC Certification
As the HVAC/R industry evolves, more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly refrigerants are being introduced. This Low Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerant will be taking the place of all HFC (410a, 438a, and 407c). These Low-GWP refrigerants are considered flammable (A3) or slightly flammable (A2L). Proper handling of these refrigerants is important, which is why VAMA is offering a complete A3/A2L low-GWP training for EPA 608-certified technicians. This HC/HFO training covers all aspects of techniques and regulations for the safe handling of flammable hydrocarbon and hydrofluoroolefin refrigerants. Before obtaining this HC/HFO certification, the technician must have an EPA 608 certification from an EPA-approved certifying agency. This course is one full day and includes the book and exam.
