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Vermont journeyman HVAC technician license

HVAC technician license: what Vermont Plumber's Examining Board asks for once you're logging hours.1

2 YEARSbetween renewals

How much experience do you need in Vermont?

Instruction, training and experience acceptable to the board1

Keep your own record of hours, employers and pay stubs. Vermont Plumber's Examining Board can ask for proof when you apply.

What is the Vermont HVAC technician exam like?

A written exam on the theory and practice of the specialty, State laws and related rules. Prov, Inc. (computer-based exams for the Vermont Division of Fire Safety trade licenses).12

How much does the hvac technician license cost?

Vermont Plumber's Examining Board lists these fees.1

FeeAmount
Specialist 2yr$50
Renewal specialist$50
Certificate$10

How do you renew it?

Every 2 years.1 Continuing education: 8 hours of board-approved training or instruction within the previous 24 months, plus an education module of up to 2 hours on the state's energy goals.1

License levels in Vermont

Heating system specialist (hydronic space heating, including radiant, solar and steam up to 15 PSIG); master and journeyman plumbers may also do this work.

Ready to apply?

Applications, exam booking and hour forms are on Vermont Plumber's Examining Board's site.

Board license page

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Sources

  1. Vermont Plumber's Examining Board: exam (legislature.vermont.gov, 2026-10-27)
  2. Vermont Plumber's Examining Board: exam provider (provexam.com, 2026-10-27)