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How to get a hvac technician license in Florida

Florida hvac technician licensing covers hours, prerequisites, exam path, fees, and renewal. Confirm current rules on the board source before you apply.

Verified on: 2026-09-14 · Board source

From the board

  • 1 of 15 DBPR CILB 5-H Application for Certified Class-B Air Conditioning Contractor as an Individual Eff.
  • Date: July 2024 Incorporated by Rule: 61-35.010, F.A.C.
  • State of Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation Construction Industry Licensing Board Application for Certified Class-B Air Conditioning Contractor as an Individual Form # DBPR CILB 5-H APPLICATION CHECKLIST – IMPORTANT – Submit all items on the checklist b…
  • Board page: Please mail your completed application, documentation and required fee(s) to:

Requirements overview

  • Florida sets experience, education, and exam rules for hvac technician applicants
  • Documented OJT or apprenticeship hours are common for journeyman / technician paths
  • Master and contractor tracks usually add experience, exams, and firm paperwork
  • Confirm current hour totals, affidavits, and fees on the state board before you apply

Exam

  • See the Florida hvac exam guide for vendor, scheduling, and prep
  • LicenseFlo helps with paperwork and reminders — we do not sit the exam

Renewals

  • Most credentials renew on a fixed cycle with mandatory CE or training
  • Roster watch → intake → assemble → sign → submit

Related: Exam · Renewal and CE

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