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How to get an HVAC license in Arkansas

Hours, exam, fees and renewal for HVAC work in Arkansas. Taken from official AR pages and checked .

Quick answer
  • Licensing body: Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing — HVAC/R Licensing Board
  • State journeyman license: No (Arkansas issues Class A/B/D/E HVACR contractor licenses and employee registrant cards — not a separate statewide HVAC journeyman license.)
  • HVACR Class A / B Contractor: At least 18. With no prior license: at least 2 years’ experience as an HVACR contractor or employee of one (board may substitute approved HVACR education). Designated class holder is responsible for the work; employees who do HVACR work must be registrants unless exempt.
  • Exam: see below, via Prov (Board-pre-approved)
  • Code edition: Board-approved exam (Prov) after notarized application and pre-approval. Board adopted IMC 2021 effective July 1, 2022.

Requirements by license

HVACR Class A / B Contractor

ExperienceAt least 18. With no prior license: at least 2 years’ experience as an HVACR contractor or employee of one (board may substitute approved HVACR education). Designated class holder is responsible for the work; employees who do HVACR work must be registrants unless exempt.Source: codeofarrules.arkansas.gov · as of
ExamProv (Board-pre-approved). Mail original notarized HVAC/R Contractor Application; Board clears you for Prov. Exam fee $100 per class exam.Source: labor.arkansas.gov · as of
Fees
  • Class A license (per year): $200
  • Class B / D / E license (per year): $150
  • Registrant (per year): $25
  • Exam (Class A, B, D, or E): $100
Source: codeofarrules.arkansas.gov · as of
RenewalEvery 1 year. Renew before expiration with the class fee. Complete Board CE or renewal is blocked/suspended until proof is filed.Source: labor.arkansas.gov · as of
CE to renew8 hours per IMC code cycle
  • HVACR construction/install/maintenance/repair
  • Current International Mechanical Code
At least 8 hours of Board-approved CE per current IMC cycle (17 CAR § 261-120). Providers listed on the ADLL HVAC/R page.
Source: codeofarrules.arkansas.gov · as of

License types in Arkansas

  • Class A HVACR contractor (unlimited)
  • Class B HVACR contractor (≤25 tons cooling / ≤1,000,000 BTUH heating; refrigeration ≤15 hp)
  • Class D (sheet metal/duct) / Class E (refrigeration)
  • HVACR registrant (employees of a class holder)
  • Class L lifetime (age 65+, 10 consecutive years licensed)
Source: labor.arkansas.gov · as of

Reciprocity (licensed in another state?)

Board states it has no reciprocal licensing agreements with other state HVAC/R boards. Substantially similar out-of-state licenses may still qualify under the rules’ exam/licensure paths — ask ADLL before you assume a waiver.Source: labor.arkansas.gov · as of

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FAQ

Arkansas HVAC license?

HVAC/R Class A/B (and D/E) contractor licenses. Employees are registrants ($25/yr).

Experience?

About 2 years with an HVACR contractor if you have no prior license; Prov exam after Board approval.

Already licensed? See Arkansas HVAC license renewal & CE.

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