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NATE Core Certification

by North American Technician Excellence (NATE)

Last updated Mar 29, 2026 · 1 revision

The foundational NATE exam all technicians must pass before sitting for specialty certifications — covers HVACR theory, electrical, refrigeration, and safety.

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About This Product

NATE Core is a prerequisite to all eight specialty certifications: Air Conditioning, Heat Pumps, Gas Heating, Oil Heating, Hydronics Gas, Hydronics Oil, Light Commercial Refrigeration, and Commercial Refrigeration. Over 100,000 active NATE-certified technicians.

Training Details

Format
In Person
Credential
Certification
Audience
Apprentice
Region
National
Accreditation
Industry-Recognized — Accepted By Most Major HVAC Employers And Manufacturers

FSH Score Breakdown

Ease of Use
6.0
Features
6.5
Support
6.5
Value
7.0
Integrations
7.5
AI Capabilities
1.0

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Training & Education2features

NATE Certification PrepMandatory Core ExamEntry-Level / No PrerequisitesReady-to-Work Entry Level

Pricing

Model
Custom
Starting at
$160
Notes
Per-course pricing. Core exam fee; required before specialty exams

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