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HVAC in Maryland

What we confirmed about the path from apprentice to journeyman HVAC technician in Maryland, with the official link for each item. Anything we couldn’t confirm is flagged.

How do I become an HVAC apprentice in Maryland?

Short answer:Who licenses this trade: State: apprentice, journeyman, limited, master restricted and master HVACR licenses. Apprentice registration: Yes. Apprentice license required. Experience before the journeyman exam: Apprentice license for at least 4 years and at least 6,000 hours of HVACR training, plus exam. Who can supervise an apprentice: Direction and control of a licensed HVACR contractor.

Last checked. Official source: labor.maryland.gov.

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Licensing rules

HVAC licensing rules
Who licenses this trade State: apprentice, journeyman, limited, master restricted and master HVACR licensesOfficial source: labor.maryland.gov
Apprentice registration Yes. Apprentice license requiredOfficial source: labor.maryland.gov
Experience before the journeyman exam Apprentice license for at least 4 years and at least 6,000 hours of HVACR training, plus examOfficial source: labor.maryland.gov
Apprentices per supervisor Not yet confirmed with an official source, check the official link.
Who can supervise an apprentice Direction and control of a licensed HVACR contractorOfficial source: labor.maryland.gov

Last checked . 4 of 5 items confirmed against official sources; flagged items are still pending. Main board: Maryland State Board of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors.

Frequently asked questions

Who licenses HVAC technicians in Maryland?

State: apprentice, journeyman, limited, master restricted and master HVACR licenses.Source: labor.maryland.gov

Do HVAC apprentices have to register in Maryland?

Yes. Apprentice license required.Source: labor.maryland.gov

How much experience do you need before the journeyman HVAC technician exam in Maryland?

Apprentice license for at least 4 years and at least 6,000 hours of HVACR training, plus exam.Source: labor.maryland.gov

Who can supervise an HVAC apprentice in Maryland?

Direction and control of a licensed HVACR contractor.Source: labor.maryland.gov

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