Learn ACCA Residential System Design for Free*
Required by the International (IRC/IECC/IMC) and New England State Building Codes, ACCA Residential System Design is a simple, time-tested, and peer-reviewed process to meet the comfort needs of every residential building.
Don’t learn the hard way: decades of mistakes, wrong advice from uninformed competitors, or reading design manuals in your off time.
*Eligible program with the MA Workforce Training Fund Express Program. Reimbursement is subject to approval by the Commonwealth Corporation.
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REIMBURSEMENT
100% Reimbursement for MA Contractors
Massachusetts contractors with fewer than 50 employees are eligible for 100% reimbursement through the Workforce Training Fund Express Program. Contractors with more than 50 employees are eligible for 50%.
How Massachusetts Contractors Can Get Free HVAC Training
A short explanation of the training series and how the reimbursement works, from Chris Morin.
Three Courses, One Complete Design Process
Two in-person 4-hour seminars and one 90-minute virtual code review, taught by Chris Morin. Expand any card for the full course description.
Residential System Design: Manual J & S
In-PersonDrawing from my experience teaching HVAC design principles across hundreds of contractor training sessions, this intensive 4-hour course tackles the critical fundamentals of Manual J load calculations and Manual S equipment selection – two areas where I’ve seen even veteran companies struggle to get right.
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The program expertly balances classroom theory with practice, walking participants through real-world scenarios I’ve encountered in the field, from analyzing building envelopes to avoiding the common pitfalls that can lead to oversized equipment and customer comfort issues.
Through practical exercises like annotating floor plans and evaluating case studies of miscalculated loads, technicians learn the proper techniques for conducting thorough site surveys and why using modern software tools is required to generate accurate load calculations – skills I’ve found essential for delivering optimal system designs to keep callbacks to a minimum.
The course wraps up with a deep dive into Manual S Equipment Selection, where we tackle the nuances of matching equipment to loads across various system types (including the increasingly popular heat pump applications), ensuring participants walk away with actionable knowledge they can apply immediately on their next project.
Residential System Design: Manual D & Diagnostics
In-PersonHaving spent countless hours both designing duct systems and teaching technicians how to avoid the common pitfalls that lead to comfort complaints, I can tell you this 4-hour Manual D course hits all the critical points contractors need to master.
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The program kicks off with the fundamentals of available static pressure and total equivalent length – concepts I’ve seen trip up even seasoned pros – before diving into hands-on exercises with duct calculators and friction loss worksheets that give techs the practical tools they need in the field.
Working through real-world scenarios and actual system designs, participants learn the crucial rules of both rigid and flexible duct design – trust me, I’ve seen enough sagging flex duct in crawl spaces to know why this matters – while getting valuable practice with trunk sizing and velocity calculations.
The course wraps up by tackling best practices for energy-efficient, whisper-quiet duct systems, with plenty of time for participants to share their own field experiences and get answers to those tricky design questions that keep coming up on their jobs.
2021 Residential HVAC Code Review
VirtualJoin for an informative 90-minute virtual seminar designed for residential HVAC salespeople working across New England. With the implementation of the 2021 IRC, IMC, and IECC codes, understanding the evolving landscape of HVAC regulations is crucial for success.
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In this session, we’ll clarify the complexities of the new building code being enforced starting 2025 in Massachusetts and beyond. You’ll gain insights into key changes impacting HVAC contractors, including mechanical system requirements, duct sealing, ventilation, heating & cooling equipment, and energy conservation.
Learn how to confidently communicate compliance to homeowners and improve your sales strategies by understanding the 2021 code requirements, ensuring your customers stay comfortable and compliant in their homes.
Six Steps to Free Training
The Express Program reimburses your company after the training is complete. Here is the order to do things in.
Apply for funding at least 21 days before your first training date. Reimbursement is paid to your company once the training is complete.
Reimbursement Checklist
Enroll in the HVAC Pro Blog Training Series
Pick your dates on the Events page or use the Enroll Now button
Obtain your two certificates
A Certificate of Good Standing from MA DOR and a Certificate of Compliance from MA DUA
Apply for funding at least 21 days prior to training
Apply through the Workforce Training Fund Express Program at the Commonwealth Corporation
Accept your award
The Commonwealth Corporation confirms your approved amount
Complete the training
Attend your scheduled seminars and the virtual code review
Request reimbursement
Submit your reimbursement request to the Commonwealth Corporation
Questions?
Email info@hvacproblog.com · Upcoming dates and locations are on the Events page
REIMBURSEMENT
100%
MA contractors with fewer than 50 employees · 50% for more than 50
Funding Partner
- check_circleCommonwealth Corporation
- check_circleWorkforce Training Fund Program
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Ready to Design It Right?
In-person seminar dates, locations, and checkout links are kept up to date on the Events page. Enroll, apply for Express Program funding at least 21 days before your first date, and get reimbursed when you finish.