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If you're working with refrigerants, EPA 608 certification isn't just a good idea — it's the law. 

What's Included:

  • Study guide: Pick up your study guide at your local Corken Steel branch before class — we recommend grabbing it early so you have plenty of time to prepare. Give us a call before making a special trip!
    • Additional Prep Resources: Supplemental study guides and practice tests are also available through Amazon, major retailers, and free online resources such as GoTestPrep.com.
  • In-person review of exam content 
  • Certification exam

Certification Categories:

Candidates for this exam can be certified in any of three equipment categories plus Universal:

  • Core — General knowledge required to pass before any type certification can be awarded
  • Type 1 — Small appliances such as PTACs and window A/C units
  • Type 2 — High-pressure refrigerant equipment such as residential A/C and heat pumps
  • Type 3 — Low-pressure refrigerant equipment such as chillers
  • Universal — Awarded to candidates who pass all three Types plus Core

Who Should Attend: Any HVAC technician who handles refrigerants and needs to become certified — or anyone looking to upgrade their current certification level. This is one of the most essential credentials in the trade.

Note: Additional tests and retests are available for an additional charge.

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NATE Testing: On demand

with Vince Feldman

December 31st, 2026

$165 More Info

In person NATE certification testing (Proxy Only). 

Students are responsible for purchasing training materials and studying prior to the test date.  No review will be offered prior to the start of the test.  Materials can be purchased at https://natex.org/shop.

For more information on NATE certification visit https://natex.org/ 

Tests offered are:
NATE Core
Gas Furnace
Heat Pump
CHP-5

For NATE testing options please inquire with Vince at [email protected] and include your full name, email address and which test you will be taking.

Cost of core and specialty test is $165.00.  Each additional test is $165.00 including retesting. CHP-5 is $80.00 per test including retesting. 

Laptop recommended but not required.

To schedule email: [email protected] 

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Gas Furnace Electrical & Mechanical: Florence, KY

with Eric Richardson

November 18th, 2026

$75 More Info

New refrigerants. Communicating systems. Variable speed technology. The HVAC landscape is shifting fast — and the technicians who understand what's under the hood are the ones keeping trucks on the road and customers loyal.

This covers the equipment and updates your team is already encountering in the field — so they show up prepared, not guessing.

What your technicians will walk away with:

  • Proven techniques for gas furnace service and installation
  • A working understanding of the latest communicating furnace technology
  • Variable speed motor setup optimized for maximum efficiency
  • Critical knowledge on 454B refrigerant updates and current equipment

Plus — dinner and refreshments are on us.

CE Hours Approved:

  • 4 CE Hours — KY Masters & Journeyman
  • 4 CE Hours — OH
  • 4 CE Hours — Vanderburgh Co., IN Masters
  • NATE CE Hours

Please note: Per state guidelines, repeat courses do not qualify for cumulative credits. Each class attended must be a unique course to count toward your total CE hours.