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NATE Specialty Certifications (Air Conditioning, Heat Pumps, Gas Heating, etc.)
by North American Technician Excellence (NATE)
Last updated Mar 29, 2026 · 1 revision
Eight separate specialty certifications allow technicians to validate deep expertise in specific system types — from heat pumps to commercial refrigeration.
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About This Product
Specialty certifications are valid for 5 years and require 16 continuing education hours for renewal. Heat Pump specialty is of growing importance as markets shift to electrification. The HVAC Efficiency Analyst (Senior) is the top-tier NATE credential.
Capabilities
How this product is delivered and what's included out of the box.
- Mobile app
- Not available
- Free trial
- No
- Free tier
- No
- Public API
- No
- Deployment
- Cloud
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Training Details
- Format
- In Person
- Credential
- Certification
- Audience
- Journeyman
- Region
- National
- Accreditation
- Recognized By ACCA, AHRI, Daikin, Carrier, Trane, And Most Major Manufacturers
FSH Score Breakdown
Ease of Use 5.0
Features 9.0
Support 5.0
Value 5.5
Integrations 3.0
AI Capabilities 1.5
Customer Reviews
Features
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Training & Education32features
NATE Certification PrepNATE Pro KitGas Technician 1 Certification PrepSimulation-Based Training3D and VR Simulations24/7 Proctored ExamAir Distribution and Balance TrainingAir Quality Systems Installation and Repair TrainingBilingual Training (English & Spanish)Built-In Testing and Training Apps
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CEU / Continuing Education CreditsComputer-Based TestingControl Systems and Electrical TrainingCourse Study GuideCourses Taught by Recognized HVACR TeachersDigital BadgingDigital Badges and Wallet CardsExam Resume CapabilityFuel Gas Heating Systems TrainingHeat Pump Systems TrainingHeat Pump CertificationHVAC Electrical FundamentalsHVAC Excellence Light Commercial Refrigeration PrepIncluded ExamOpen Book ExamIncluded Exam VouchersComplimentary Study GuideLive Interactive Online CoursesNATE Certified Web-Based TrainingNATE Training Academy SubscriptionOn-Demand Training ResourcesOnline CEH TrackingOnline Exam GradingOnline Exam with Manual AccessReady To Work CertificationRemote Exam AccessRemote Webcam ProctoringEntry-Level / No PrerequisitesReady-to-Work Entry ExamQuizzes & AssessmentsCore Exam (Mandatory)
Certifications & Standards25features
Certified HVAC Professional (CHP-5) PathwayEfficiency Analyst Professional CertificationHVAC Support Technician CertificationKnowledge Areas of Technician Expertise (KATE)13 Specialty Exams3 Year Certification Validity4 Hour Proctored Written ExamAir Conditioning & Heat Pump Professional Certification
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BA-T Prerequisite RequiredChallenge Exam OptionDOE Energy Skilled RecognitionGround Source Heat Pump Installer ExamGround Source Heat Pump Loop Installer CertificationHeat Pumps Specialty ExamHVAC Performance Verifier ExamHVAC Support Technician ExamIndustry Competency Exam (ICE)Installation, Service, and Senior SpecializationsKnowledge Based ExamLow GWP Refrigerant Safety CertificationLow GWP Refrigerants ExamNATE Core ExamNATE Pro KitProfessional Technician CertificationSystem Size Limit: 10 Tons AC / 325k BTU Heat
Technician Management3features
Certification ManagementLive Online ProctoringCandidate Self-SchedulingTraining CoursesService vs. Installation Tracks
Compliance & Safety2features
A2L Refrigerant ComplianceLow-GWP Refrigerants CertificationACCA Quality Installation Certification
Reporting & Analytics1feature
Audit Report Generation
Mobile & Field Tools1feature
360 Degree Room Scan
Equipment & Asset Management1feature
Remote DiagnosticsHVAC Support Technician Exam
AI & Automation1feature
AI Contract Review
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- Notes
- Per-course pricing. Per-specialty exam fee; bundle pricing may be available
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