Refrigerants

This comprehensive 5-day Refrigerants Course offers essential theoretical training in the safe handling of refrigerants, with a focus on environmental responsibility, legal compliance, and industry best practice.

The course explores the history of refrigerants, the shift towards environmentally safer alternatives, and future developments in the field. Learners will gain a clear understanding of local and international regulations, including the role of industry authorities and the importance of adhering to current legislation.

Throughout the course, you’ll engage in guided homework assignments, ongoing assessments, and a final theoretical test that contributes to your Portfolio of Evidence (POE). Upon successful completion, students receive an in-house certificate and a printed textbook for continued reference.

This course is ideal for those entering the refrigeration trade or anyone needing formal knowledge in refrigerant safety and legal frameworks.

Course Length: 5 days
Course: History, Future and how to handle. Regulations and Authorities

Onsite training is available for each of our courses, tailored to your team’s needs.

Course Content

- Assessments Home work and Final Theoretical test for your POE
- In house Certificate and printed text book on completion of Course

Upcoming Courses 2026

All courses include:

Colour manual (~100 pages), pencil and rubber
Coffee/Tea and rusks on arrival every morning
Light lunch and cooldrink each day
All practical exercises included
Refrigerant gas and materials used
In-house Midvaal HVAC Certificate on completion

Course fees: R5950.00, fully paid in advance to secure your seat.

Important: Each class is limited to a max of 8 students only.

2026 Course Calendar

View the upcoming 2026 course schedule by expanding any of the rows below.

Basic Refrigeration

3-7 August
31 Aug – 4 September
12 – 16 October
2 – 6 November
30 Nov – 4 December

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Air Con Maintenance & Repair

27 – 31 July
7 – 11, 17 – 21 August
7 – 11 September
5 – 9 October
26 – 30 October
9 – 13 November
23 – 27 November

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Automotive Airconditioning

24 – 28 August
14 – 18 September
19 – 23 October
16 – 20 November
7 – 11 December

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Please note: Course dates are subject to change. All confirmed bookings will be communicated in advance.

Explore More Courses

Looking to expand your practical HVAC skills? Under Explore More Courses, you’ll find a range of hands-on refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump training options designed to complement your current course. Each programme focuses on real-world application, making it easy to progress from basic refrigeration training into specialised areas such as aircon maintenance, automotive air conditioning, refrigerants, or heat pump systems. These short courses are ideal for learners who want job-ready skills, flexible training, and practical experience that supports career growth in the refrigeration and HVAC industry.

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