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Cruz Institute

Cruz Institute

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Cruz Institute is a licensed trade school located in Kissimmee, Florida, founded by Antonio Cruz, a certified Master HVACR Educator with deep roots in the air conditioning and refrigeration industry. The school was built with a clear purpose: to create an accessible, welcoming environment where students, particularly those in the Hispanic community, can receive hands-on technical training in their native language. Cruz Institute offers programs in HVAC (Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Heating Technology), Electrician Technology, and Test Prep Certification — all designed to equip graduates with the practical skills and industry knowledge needed to enter the workforce and advance professionally. Licensed by the Florida Department of Education's Commission for Independent Education, Cruz Institute is committed to quality instruction, current industry practices, and helping students from all walks of life turn their career goals into reality.

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  • HVACR Technology
    Building & Construction

    Cruz Institute offers an Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Heating Technology Helper program designed to prepare students for a hands-on career in the HVAC industry. The program runs 471 hours over 13 months and covers both the theoretical foundations and practical skills needed to work confidently with heating, cooling, refrigeration, and ventilation systems. A major milestone of the program is preparation for the EPA 608 Certification, a nationally recognized credential required for technicians who work with refrigerants. The curriculum spans 20 modules covering everything from basic electricity and system components to troubleshooting, motor maintenance, and residential installation procedures. Classes are available in both English and Spanish, making the program especially accessible to bilingual students and Florida's large Spanish-speaking community. Upon completing the program and passing the certification exam, graduates are employment-ready to enter the workforce as certified HVAC technicians - a field with strong, consistent demand across Florida's residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.

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