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How to get an HVAC license in Georgia

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

Quick answer
  • Licensing body: Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board — Division of Conditioned Air Contractors (Secretary of State)
  • State journeyman license: No (Georgia does not issue a statewide HVAC technician card. The Board licenses Conditioned Air Contractors Class I (restricted) and Class II (unrestricted). Wage techs work under the licensed contractor.)
  • Conditioned Air Contractor Class I (Restricted): At least four years of conditioned-air work. Class I path typically mixes residential lead-mechanic time, service tech time, EPA certification, residential supervisory time, and a Board-approved heat-loss / duct-design course. Three references from an architect, PE, inspector, or licensed CA contractor. School can shave up to two years (tech diploma) or one year (vo-tech certificate).
  • Exam: see below, via Georgia CILB Conditioned Air Division
  • Code edition: Board-approved exam after GOALS eligibility. Score at least 70%. Class I is limited to systems ≤175,000 BTU heating and ≤60,000 BTU cooling; Class II is unrestricted.

Requirements by license

Conditioned Air Contractor Class I (Restricted)

ExperienceAt least four years of conditioned-air work. Class I path typically mixes residential lead-mechanic time, service tech time, EPA certification, residential supervisory time, and a Board-approved heat-loss / duct-design course. Three references from an architect, PE, inspector, or licensed CA contractor. School can shave up to two years (tech diploma) or one year (vo-tech certificate).Source: rules.sos.ga.gov · as of
ExamGeorgia CILB Conditioned Air Division. Get Board approval in GOALS, then sit the Class I exam. Pass at 70% or better. Bring EPA and Manuals J&D proof with the application package.Source: sos.ga.gov · as of
Fees
  • Initial application (Class I or II): $110
  • Reinstatement (lapsed under 3 years): $310
Source: sos.ga.gov · as of · On-time renewal dollars are on the Board fee schedule linked from the SOS how-to guide.
RenewalEvery 2 years. Renew online by November 30 of odd-numbered years. Late window December 1–31 (odd years) with an added late fee. Reinstatement after lapse uses the $310 path.Source: sos.ga.gov · as of
CE to renew4 hours per year
  • Safety, tech advances, business management, or government rules related to conditioned air
Four hours per year before renewal (8 hours across a normal biennial cycle). First year of licensure: no CE. Licensed under two years: 4 hours before first renewal. Keep records 5 years. PEs are exempt.
Source: rules.sos.ga.gov · as of

Conditioned Air Contractor Class II (Unrestricted)

ExperienceAt least five years of conditioned-air work, including systems over the Class I BTU caps. Class II path typically needs commercial installation as lead mechanic, service tech or supervisor time, EPA certification, commercial supervisory time, and Board-approved heat-loss / duct-design (often Manuals N&Q as well).Source: rules.sos.ga.gov · as of
ExamGeorgia CILB Conditioned Air Division. Board approval in GOALS, then Class II exam at 70%+. Same reference and EPA paperwork as Class I, plus larger-system experience.Source: sos.ga.gov · as of
Fees
  • Initial application (Class I or II): $110
  • Reinstatement: $310
Source: sos.ga.gov · as of
RenewalEvery 2 years. Same odd-year November 30 deadline as Class I.Source: sos.ga.gov · as of
CE to renew4 hours per year
  • Safety, tech advances, business management, or government rules related to conditioned air
Same 4 hours/year rule as Class I (Rule 121-4-.03).
Source: rules.sos.ga.gov · as of

License types in Georgia

  • No statewide HVAC technician license
  • Conditioned Air Contractor Class I (restricted)
  • Conditioned Air Contractor Class II (unrestricted)
  • Business registration (qualifier + company)
Source: sos.ga.gov · as of

Reciprocity (licensed in another state?)

Out-of-state experience can count if it matches Georgia’s conditioned-air scope. You still apply by examination through GOALS unless the Board grants another path on your file.Source: sos.ga.gov · as of

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FAQ

Statewide HVAC tech card in Georgia?

No. You need a Conditioned Air Contractor license (Class I or II) through the SOS / CILB.

Class I vs Class II?

Class I caps systems at 175k BTU heat / 60k BTU cool. Class II is unrestricted.

Already licensed? See Georgia HVAC license renewal & CE.

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