Refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics (RACM) install, maintain, repair and overhaul residential central air conditioning systems, commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning systems and combined heating, ventilation and cooling systems.
DurationRefrigeration and air conditioning mechanics (RACM) install, maintain, repair and overhaul residential central air conditioning systems, commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning systems and combined heating, ventilation and cooling systems.
In addition to installation and repair, main duties may include blueprint reading and interpretation, troubleshooting, leak testing, and preparing estimates for clients.Please note that due to the nature of this career, employees are required to tolerate regular physical activity during the course of their work day.
If you have any medical concerns, please contact your admissions officer to ensure you are aware of the requirements of the occupation and to determine if you are eligible for accommodations in this program.
Pre-Employment Courses
Apprenticeship Training
The Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic (Pre-Employment) program is an apprenticeship trades program. Courses completed at Academy Canada meet the requirements to become a first-year apprentice.
Once this training is completed and the graduate obtains their first position in the trade, s/he must register as an Apprentice with the Department of Education.
Government will then cover the costs associated with regular advanced training as the apprentice gains experience and works towards completing their Journeyperson exam. Passing this examination will result in receiving Red Seal Certification.
Employment Opportunities
Ranked as 3-The availability of workers meeting employer qualifications in the local market may be limited by large projects, plant shutdowns or other short-term increases in demand. Employers may need to compete to attract needed workers.
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanics are employed by heating, refrigeration and air conditioning installation contractors, various industrial settings, food wholesalers, engineering firms and retail and servicing establishments.
Entrance Requirements
Mature Students
Mature students are eligible for admission to the RACM program. These students must be 19 years of age or older, complete an application form, provide a copy of most recent marks, and write a Canadian Adult Achievement Test (CAAT) as arranged by Academy Canada.
Academy Canada:
Quality Training For Over 30 Years
Academy Canada is a leading Newfoundland and Labrador Career College that was established in 1985 with a unique vision that still guides us today.
Founder Dr. David Smallwood argued that students need more than just books and lectures to become strong professionals. He knew that they also need encouragement, support and a learning environment that challenges everyone to do their very best. Most importantly, however, he taught us that every student deserves to be treated as an individual who has unique goals, motivations and needs.
Academy Canada is proud to be the largest independent career college in NL and one of the most diverse in the entire country. We have helped more than 35,000 students build awesome careers by delivering hands-on and relevant diploma programs in the top 35 employment fields related to Construction Trades, Justice, Business, Health & Personal Care, Creative Studies and Animal Care/Nature.
With 15 locations, we recognize the value of community and strive every day to help prepare a future workforce that will make our province stronger. Whether you attend class in St. John’s, Corner Brook, CBS, Placentia, Bonavista, Deer Lake, Baie Verte, St. Anthony, Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Natuashish, Sheshatshiu, Lab West, Nain or Hopedale we will strive to give you every career (and life) advantage.
Academy Canada has also earned 36 other program-specific accreditations, received many industry endorsements, won numerous awards and negotiated several university/college transfer credit agreements.
While all of these things are important, they pale in comparison to the 95% satisfaction rating that we continuously receive from our students. When asked “would you recommend Academy Canada to a friend?” almost everyone responds with a wholehearted YES! We strive to provide our students and alumni with quality training in the most supportive and constructive environment possible.
Mission Statement & Core Values
It is Academy Canada’s Mission to provide quality education and training to all students in a learning environment that is both supportive of the needs of the whole student and academically sound in both content and delivery.
We are focused on numerous Core Values, including:
Passion for Education: We are committed to developing and delivering quality education and training. We show pride, enthusiasm and dedication in everything that we do.
Customer Service and Excellence: We are dedicated to satisfying students’ needs (our customers) and honoring the commitments that we have made to them.
Integrity: We act with honesty and integrity, not compromising the truth.
Respect: We treat our staff, students, partners and suppliers with mutual respect and sensitivity.
Teamwork: We are supportive of each other’s efforts, loyal to one another, and care for each other both personally and professionally. No job is too big or too little for any of us.
Communication: All staff members are encouraged to constructively share their opinions and views with Campus Administration and the Management Team.
Balance: We are flexible, helping individuals strike a healthy work and life balance.
Alignment and Accountability: We accept responsibility for our actions. We make and support decisions through experience and good judgment.
Academy Canada will provide teaching and support staff who are academically and technically prepared for their tasks. Our team has a student-centred approach to teaching and learning, are of good character and perform their duties diligently. They always act with the best interest of our students in mind.
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