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HVACTA: Journeys begin in January

HVACTA: Journeys begin in January

by Danny | Jan 13, 2026 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, HVAC Program, HVAC School, HVAC Training

Heard it say journeys all begin with one step… and then another… and so the steps go on and on. When it comes to entering one of the most in-demand careers, HVAC, for many, the first step begins at HVAC Technical Academy… when researching why, it’s pretty clear. HVAC...
HVACTA: Gabriel is SPOT ON!

HVACTA: Gabriel is SPOT ON!

by Danny | Jan 9, 2026 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Training, Universal EPA Exam

One of our most recent participants shared his experience at HVAC Technical Academy. No doubt his words are consistent throughout all who come here but wanted to share his directly to you… let me know if you would like to add anything HVACTA: Gabriel is SPOT ON! “HVAC...
HVAC Job and Salary Outlook in Florida

HVAC Job and Salary Outlook in Florida

by Danny | Jan 2, 2026 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Program, HVAC Training

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects much faster-than-average growth (8%-9%) for HVAC technicians and installers nationally through 2034 while HVAC jobs in Florida are projected to grow by 13% to 15% each year through 2034. What does this mean to you:...
HACTA: December Celebration Time

HACTA: December Celebration Time

by Danny | Dec 22, 2025 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, Universal EPA Exam

Achievements are always a great opportunity to bring family, friends, and peers nearby for recognition and celebration… each step forward is a success. We recently gathered to celebrate the completion of our six-week HVAC workshop and the event was one to remember! If...
HVACTA: Journey to Success

HVACTA: Journey to Success

by Danny | Dec 16, 2025 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Training

So much progress in just six weeks… the journey to HVAC success is ready to launch. For the past five full weeks (from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm) everyone has been getting hands-on lessons to get HVAC technician ready. HVACTA: Journey to Success It’s hard to explain...
HVACTA: Getting Work Done

HVACTA: Getting Work Done

by Danny | Dec 11, 2025 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC School, HVAC Training

Deep in the 5th and 6th week all are crafting their HVAC diagnostics, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, recovery, and so much more fine tuned. The amount of growth with their knowledge, skills, and abilities within the HVAC Service Technician world is quite...
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Dear Mr. Huffman; I am speechless! I want to thank you so much for your help and support and also to push me to the limit.  Thank you a thousand times! Sincerely, Carolina Mancipe
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