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Diploma of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician
- Toronto, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- Hybrid
- Diploma
About the program
A diploma covering the design, Installation, Repair and energy management of comfort and refrigeration systems.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational and applied understanding of Ontario College Diploma in Heating
- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.
Career outcomes
- Gas technician
- Air conditioning and refrigeration mechanic
- HVAC mechanic
- Hydronics technician
- Central air conditioning installer
- Equipment sales
- Heating companies
- Wholesalers
- Public utilities
- Government
Curriculum
- Four semesters: electrical
- Gas and refrigeration fundamentals
- Electrical controls
- Gaseous fuel venting and heat pumps
- Air conditioning
- Piping
- Building codes
- Gas appliances and residential HVAC design
- Then commercial air conditioning
- Building systems
- Decorative gas appliances and hydronics
- With general education electives.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent (international credential per the country list) or mature student status
- Most programmes also need Grade 12 English (C or U) and some need Grade 11/12 Math or science. English proficiency test or placement assessment required.
Accepted academic background
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent (international credential per country list), Or mature student status, Most programmes also need Grade 12 English (C or U) and some need Grade 11/12 Mathematics, Or Centennial's English/Math placement assessments, Programme-specific
Language tests
- IELTS 6
- TOEFL iBT 67 (Reading 16
- PTE Academic Writing 23)
- Cambridge PTE Academic 51
- Duolingo Cambridge 167
- Institutional test Duolingo 105
Documents you’ll need
- Passport Copy
- Academic Transcripts
- Qualification Certificates
- English Proficiency Evidence If Required
- Proof of Funds
- Study Permit Documents If Applicable
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements and intake dates. Prepare academic records and any program-specific documents. Complete the official application and submit the requested supporting documents. Provide language proficiency evidence if required. Pay any applicable official application fee. Review the admissions decision and arrange visa documents if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $19,167 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $125 CAD |
| Deposit | $2,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Progress Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Engineering Technology |
| Department | Department of General Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | Centennial offers entrance scholarships of up to 5,000 CAD for eligible first-time international students commencing September 2026 or January 2027. Award values depend on programme length and eligibility |
Intakes and deadlines
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January 2027
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May 2027
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September 2027
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $19,167 CAD per year. The application fee is $125 CAD. The deposit is $2,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6, TOEFL iBT 67 (Reading 16, PTE Academic Writing 23), Cambridge PTE Academic 51, Duolingo Cambridge 167, Institutional test Duolingo 105.