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Ohio HVAC License and Exam
HVAC Licensing, Education & Exam Prep
Ohio requires an HVAC Contractor license prior to bidding on or contracting HVAC work. Applicants may choose to renew the license annually or every 3 years. We offer a course with exam prep, the book for the exam, and additional services to help you obtain your license. To work as an HVAC contractor in Ohio, you must pass two exams: the Business and Law Exam and the HVAC Contractor Exam. All of our training is offered in an online self-paced format. Our exam prep is designed to help you pass your test the first time, and is backed with our no pass, no pay policy. All of our courses are available from nearly any device, any time. We hope that you will make RocketCert your home to help you obtain your Ohio HVAC Contractor License.
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$279HVAC Contractor
Exam Prep -
$735$669Prep, Books, Tabs
Bundle
What type of work can be done with this license?
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HVAC Contractor
An HVAC Contractor in Ohio is able to to install, maintain, repair, fabricate, alter or extend central air conditioning, heating and ventilating, including ductwork within a complete system and all appurtenances, apparatus. piping vessels, ducts and insulation used in connection therewith.
What are the Ohio HVAC licensing requirements?
Experience- Proof of last five years as a Tradesperson, working under a licensed Contractor, performing permittable work. OR currently be a registered engineer in this state with three (3) years of business experience in the construction industry in the HVAC trade.
- Copy of 1 permit for each of the last 5 years the licensed contractor (your employer) obtained, and that the applicant worked under.
Other Requirements- Pass HVAC and Business and Law exams
- Proof of Insurance ($500,000 liability minimum)
- Once approved by the Board, complete a State and Federal Background Check prior to sitting for the examination.
How do I obtain a license?
To apply for your license, contact the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCLIB) at 614-644-3493 or visit ohio.gov.
Ohio requires each licensee to complete Continuing education prior to each renewal. Ohio has reciprocity agreements with Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Washington and Oregon.
With RocketCert, our education is written by a combination of professional educators and industry professionals. Our exam prep is guaranteed to help you pass the exam, and is backed with our no pass, no pay policy. We pride ourselves on providing industry leading customer service. Also, if you find a better original price on any online course that we offer, we will beat it by 10%.
In order to sit for the exam, you must submit the application for licensure to the state. It must include verified education and work experience as required by the state. Once approved, the state will contact you with an exam bulletin.
After studying with RocketCert, you will be on your way to passing the required State exam(s) (see below). Pre-approval is required. Testing centers are setup throughout the State in larger cities.
After completing all the steps above, it will be time to apply through the OCILB to obtain your Ohio HVAC License. Licensees must provide proof of insurance at this time. The policy and license must be assigned to a contracting company. Have questions or concerns with this process (or just a lack of time)? Learn more about how we can assist with our Application Processing Program.
Which exam do I need to take?
Ohio HVAC Contractors must pass two examinations.
Once your application has been submitted, visit psiexams.com or call 855-746-8173 to schedule the exam.
Ohio HVAC Contractor Exam
- Total Questions: 100
- Passing Score: 70% correct
- Time: 4 Hours
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Topics Include: General Knowledge and Requirements; Warm Air Heating and Air Distribution; Ventilation and Exhaust Systems; Air Conditioning; Piping Systems; Equipment and Appliances; Testing and Inspection; Pretest Items
Ohio Business and Law Exam
- Total Questions: 50
- Passing Score: 70% correct
- Time: 120 minutes
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Topics include: Business Org; Licensing; Estimating and Bidding; Contract Management; Project Management; Insurance and Bonding; OSHA Record Keeping and Safety; Personnel Regulations; Financial Management; Tax Laws; Lien Laws; Pretest Items
How do I pass the exam?
The Ohio HVAC exam is open book. This reference is permitted to be tabbed and highlighted! Unfortunately, our online course is NOT permitted to be accessed during the State exam.
Online Exam Prep Includes:
- Calculation Lessons - Here, we teach you load calculations for sizing HVAC ducts, and heating & cooling systems.
- Highlighting Guides - Introduce the critical information in your book(s). This will familiarize you with each book’s content and its layout.
- Quizzes - These practice quizzes are based on each individual book/reference. They reinforce key concepts.
- Test Simulation / Practice Exam - Comprehensive exams randomly generated from our database of questions. Test simulations are restricted by time, and hints are disabled. Test simulations are as close to the real exam as you can get.
- Guide to Tabbing - This section includes tabbing books and other test taking strategies to keep calm and focused during the exam.
Beginning 5/1/2024 you may use either the 2015 or 2021 IFGC and the 2017 or 2024 Ohio Mechanical Code.
After 11/1/2024 you may only use the newer editions - 2021 IFGC and 2024 Ohio Mechanical Code
Ohio HVAC Online Exam Prep
Lifetime Online Access to:
- Ohio HVAC Online Exam Prep
Our Online Exam Prep features:
- Instant Online Access
- Start & Stop as needed
- Education Support Team
- No Pass No Pay Policy
Ideal for students who already own all references
$279
Ohio HVAC Bundle
Plus the following:
- All the books to use during the exam
- Permanent/Pre-Printed Tabs
- Free Shipping!
- Instructor Support
- No Pass No Pay Policy
- Lifetime Access from nearly any device
This bundle includes the 2015 IFGC and the 2017 Ohio Mechanical Code. The newer editions can also be found below.
2024 Ohio Mechanical Code
2021 International Fuel Gas Code
Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, 22nd Edition
3-4 Book Tab Bundle
Permanent Blank Tabs - 375 Pack
Ohio Business and Law Online Exam Prep
Ohio NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, 3rd Edition
Why should I choose RocketCert?
At RocketCert, we strive to be the best (while having fun in the process). This means having not only the best quality of education, but also industry leading technology. Best yet, we are here for you 7 days a week. Have a question or comment? Give us a call or contact us to send us a message. Ready to begin? Select your State above and start immediately. Of course, you can resume later!
Why pay for something knowing your time with it is limited? At RocketCert, we believe in offering lifetime access to your training, even though it will not be needed.
Our education is written industry experts. We believe in helping you with your career, and that help begins with offering best in class education.
We are here for you. Have a question? Need support? Our team is available 7 days a week for technical support. We pride ourselves in taking care of you.
Fail your exam? Prefer a different style of course? Other events taking place in your life? Give us a call and we can process a refund within 30 days of purchase for any reason. Exam prep courses are backed with our No Pass, No Pay guarantee.