Program Overview
Here's what a typical HVAC apprenticeship in North Dakota looks like.
Duration: Typically 3–5 years to reach journeyman level
Starting pay: ~$15.88/hr to start, rising toward $23.76/hr (North Dakota journeyman median)
Journeyman earnings: North Dakota median $49,430/yr, top earners $70,860/yr (BLS)
On-the-job training: 2,000+ hours of paid OJT per year
Classroom: 144+ hours of related technical instruction per year
Certification: EPA Section 608 certification required and typically included
Counts toward licensure: Apprenticeship hours can satisfy the 4-year experience requirement for the HVAC Journeyman License
How to Apply
Follow these steps to start your apprenticeship journey in North Dakota.
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Meet minimum requirements: 18+ years old, high school diploma or GED
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Contact local HVAC contractors or unions about openings
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Apply through your state’s apprenticeship agency
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Complete aptitude test and interview
05
Begin your earn-while-you-learn journey
Licensing Note
North Dakota requires HVAC licensing and 4 years of experience. Completing an apprenticeship can satisfy the experience requirements for the HVAC Journeyman License, regulated by the North Dakota Secretary of State – Contractor Licensing.
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