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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.
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- Mobile app
- Not available
- Free trial
- No
- Free tier
- No
- Public API
- No
- Deployment
- Cloud
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Certification Details
Detailed specifications for this certification product are being compiled. Feature availability and taxonomy data below reflect our current discovery analysis.
FSH Score Breakdown
Ease of Use 5.0
Features 8.0
Support 5.0
Value 5.5
Integrations 3.5
AI Capabilities 1.5
Features
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Training & Education44features
EPA 608 Certification PrepEPA 608 ExamNATE Certification PrepCore ExamSelf-Paced Online LearningOnline Proctored ExamIn-Person Hands-On LabIn-Person Proctored Testing24/7 Proctored ExamClosed Book FormatCEU / Continuing Education Credits16 CEHs Required for RenewalCourse Study GuideStudy Guide AvailableDigital BadgingDigital Badges and Wallet Cards
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Downloadable Study ManualOnline Study GuidesFuel Gas Heating Systems TrainingGas Heating SpecialtyHVAC Excellence Light Commercial Refrigeration PrepLight Commercial Refrigeration CertificationIncluded ExamOpen Book ExamIncluded Exam VouchersComplimentary Study GuideOnline CEH TrackingOnline CEH TrackingOnline Exam GradingOnline ExamQuizzes & AssessmentsMultiple Choice FormatReady To Work CertificationMobile Exam AccessSimulation-Based Training3D and VR SimulationsGas Technician 1 Certification PrepCPO Certification PrepCHP-5 Certification PrepAir Quality Systems Installation and Repair TrainingBilingual Training (English & Spanish)Built-In Testing and Training AppsComputer-Based TestingControl Systems and Electrical TrainingCourses Taught by Recognized HVACR TeachersExam Resume CapabilityHVAC Electrical FundamentalsLive Interactive Online CoursesOn-Demand Training ResourcesRemote Webcam ProctoringHVAC Excellence Exam PrepIndustry Competency Exam (ICE)On-Demand Video LibraryOn-Demand TrainingHeat Pump Systems TrainingHeat Pump Specialty ExamRemote Exam AccessRemote Exam AccessBuilding Automation & ControlsElectrical and Controls CourseEntry-Level / No PrerequisitesReady-to-Work Entry ExamOnline Exam with Manual AccessOnline CalculatorNATE Certified Web-Based TrainingProfessional NATE CertificationDuctwork Design And Installation TrainingInstallation CourseMobile-Friendly LearningMobile Exam AccessAir Distribution Systems TrainingDistribution Systems SpecialtyAir Distribution and Balance TrainingAir Distribution CertificationBasic HVACR CertificatesEntry-Level HVACR Certification
Certifications & Standards30features
13 Specialty ExamsAC Specialty ExamAir Conditioning & Heat Pump Professional CertificationAir Conditioning SpecialtyChallenge Exam OptionExam Retake Renewal OptionDOE Energy Skilled RecognitionDOE Energy Skilled RecognitionEfficiency Analyst Professional CertificationSenior Level Efficiency Analyst CertificationHVAC Support Technician CertificationHVAC Support Technician CertificationHVAC Support Technician ExamHVAC Support Technician ExamIndustry Competency Exam (ICE)Industry Competency Exam (ICE)
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Installation, Service, and Senior SpecializationsInstallation SpecializationKnowledge Areas of Technician Expertise (KATE)Senior Level Efficiency Analyst ExamNATE Core ExamNATE Core ExamNATE Pro KitNATE Pro KitProfessional Technician CertificationProfessional NATE CertificationCertified HVAC Professional (CHP-5) PathwayCertified HVAC Professional (CHP-5) PathwayHeat Pumps Specialty ExamHeat Pump SpecialtySystem Size Limit: 10 Tons AC / 325k BTU HeatSystem Size Limitation (10 tons AC / 325k BTU Heat)3 Year Certification Validity3-Year Certification ValidityGround Source Heat Pump Loop Installer CertificationJoint Accreditation with IGSHPA4 Hour Proctored Written ExamBA-T Prerequisite RequiredGround Source Heat Pump Installer ExamHVAC Performance Verifier ExamKnowledge Based ExamCarbon Monoxide Safety CertificationSenior Specialty CertificationLow GWP Refrigerant Safety CertificationLow-GWP Refrigerants Certification PrepCertification Card IncludedGas Heating Installation CertificationCertificate of QualificationHydronics Gas CertificationJourney Level CertificationInstallation Track ExamLow GWP Refrigerants ExamLow GWP Refrigerants ExamExam Based RenewalExam Retake Renewal Option
Technician Management4features
Certification ManagementLive Online ProctoringLicense ManagementOnline RenewalTraining CoursesAir Conditioning CertificationCandidate Self-SchedulingSelf-Scheduling via myNATE
Equipment & Asset Management2features
Remote MonitoringRemote Webcam MonitoringRemote DiagnosticsHVAC Support Technician Exam
Reporting & Analytics1feature
Measurement And VerificationHVAC Performance Verifier Certification
CRM & Sales1feature
Contractor NetworkConsumer Contractor Connection (C3) Program
Compliance & Safety1feature
ACCA Quality Installation Certification
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- Per-course pricing. Per-specialty exam fee; bundle pricing may be available
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