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Quality Training Centers proudly serves Las Vegas, NV
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Trade School In Las Vegas
HVAC, Electrical, Refrigeration, EPA Certification
Careers Start Here:
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Quality Training Centers is a licensed trade school in Las Vegas that has trained HVAC, refrigeration, and electrical technicians at the same Westwood Drive campus since 1994. Our 12-week, hands-on programs run four hours a day — morning, afternoon, or evening — so you can train for a new career while keeping your day job. No four-year wait. No mountain of debt. A skilled trade this city needs 365 days a year.
Every program is built with the contractors who hire our graduates: classes capped at 20 students, labs stocked with 80+ real units, EPA 608 certification testing right on campus, and lifetime placement assistance backed by more than 200 Las Vegas employers — from residential HVAC and electrical contractors to the casinos and resorts on the Strip. Whether it’s your first career or a fresh start at 40, students come to us from across the valley — Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas — for one reason: to be job-ready in 12 weeks.
Since 199432 years in Las Vegas
12 WeeksJob-ready, hands-on
4.9★900+ Google reviews
For LifeLifetime placement assistance
20 MaxStudents per class
200+Las Vegas employers
Trade School Programs in Las Vegas
HVAC & RefrigerationAir conditioning, heating, and commercial refrigeration in one program — including walk-ins, freezers, and ice machines, the equipment behind every casino and restaurant in town. EPA 608 prep and exam on campus. Explore the HVAC program »
Electrical TechnicianResidential and commercial wiring, transformers, motors, and controls — trained against the National Electrical Code in our dedicated wiring lab. Explore the electrical program »
Refrigeration TechnologyA dedicated four-week refrigeration track, built into our HVAC program — with a test-out path for experienced techs. Explore refrigeration »
EPA 608 CertificationThe federal certification every refrigerant-handling tech must carry. Preparation and proctored testing on campus — over 1,500 technicians certified. EPA 608 details »
Military & VeteransUse your VA benefits to go from service to a skilled trade in 12 weeks — we’re approved for veteran training benefits and proud of the vets in our labs. Military & VA details »
Student FinancingWeekly and monthly payment plans, financing options, workforce program funds for those who qualify, and VA benefits — cost shouldn’t be what stops you. See financing options »
Custom & Team TrainingUpskill your existing crew — custom programs built for Las Vegas contractors, casinos, and facilities teams. Custom training »
¿Hablas Español?Las clases se imparten en inglés, pero te atendemos en español durante todo el proceso — preguntas, visita e inscripción. Ver información en español »
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A new way to train at QTC.
QTC FLEX
Hybrid Training · HVAC · Refrigeration · Electrical
Learn the theory at home. Master the hands-on in our labs. FLEX is our hybrid format: coursework online, on your schedule — then the wrenching, wiring, and diagnostics where they belong: on real equipment, on campus, with an instructor beside you. Available for our HVAC, refrigeration, and electrical programs.
We build people. We build careers. We build America.
Our Core Values Spell BUILD
These aren’t posters on a wall. They’re how we hire, how we teach, and what we expect from every student who walks through our doors — because they’re exactly what Las Vegas employers hire for.
B
Be the StandardExcellence
Train like a professional from day one. Early is on time, look the part, do the work right — so when an employer walks through our labs, they’re looking at their next hire.
U
Understand the Outcome. And Deliver.Accountability
Know what winning looks like and own the result. Every lab, every lesson, every week is measured against one outcome: you, job-ready in 12 weeks. Busy isn’t done — finished, tested, and verified is done.
I
Improve Every DayGrowth
Stay curious. Take the feedback. Sharpen one thing every day. The best technicians never stop learning — that habit starts here.
L
Leave It BetterStewardship
The place, the process, the person. Leave every lab station, every job site, and every team better than you found it. “Not my job” isn’t in our vocabulary.
D
Do the Right ThingIntegrity
Tell the truth. Own mistakes fast. Keep your promises. Choose right over easy — especially when nobody’s watching. It’s how we’ve operated since 1994.
How We’re Different From Traditional Schools
QTC was built around a single question: what would a trade school look like if the contractor hiring the graduate was the customer — not the student? That answer is this school, and it changes everything below it. Most schools optimize for enrollment; we optimize for what happens after graduation.
| Traditional School | Quality Training Centers | |
|---|---|---|
| Primary goal | Enrollment numbers | Placement & retention |
| The product | The education | The hire-ready technician |
| The customer | The student | The contractor |
| Quality metric | Graduation rate | Day-one billable performance |
| Curriculum | Textbook theory | Contractor-driven |
What Skilled Trades Pay in Las Vegas
Per the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) and the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025, Las Vegas metro): HVAC and refrigeration technicians earn a median of $60,240 a year, with experienced techs reaching $88,870 and up. Electricians earn a median of $70,890, with top earners at $121,200. Nevada projects 14–17% growth in both trades through 2034 — roughly 1,400 openings every year between them. These are careers that can’t be outsourced and can’t be automated.
And there are plenty of ways to pay for training: weekly and monthly payment plans, financing options, workforce program funds for those who qualify, and VA benefits. See your financing options »
Placement Assistance. For Life.
At most schools, the relationship ends the day you graduate. At QTC, graduation is when it starts working for you. Your certificate comes with something no traditional school offers: a career services team in your corner for the rest of your working life — not for ninety days, not for your first job. For life.
Your first jobCareer services support for every graduate, backed by 200+ Las Vegas employers who hire from our labs — residential contractors, commercial shops, casinos, and resorts.
Your next jobReady to move up two years in — or five, or ten? Call us. We connect QTC graduates with hiring employers at every stage of their careers, not just the first one.
Your networkThousands of QTC graduates are already working across the Las Vegas valley. Train here and you join a hiring network that’s been growing since 1994.
See how it works on our Career Services page »
Once a Student, Always a Student.
We really mean this one. Graduate from QTC and the door never closes behind you. Need a refresher on brazing two years into the job? A second pass at motor controls before a promotion? Come back and sit the module again — and again, as many times as you need. Trades evolve, equipment changes, and careers have seasons. Your school shouldn’t expire. Ours doesn’t.
Quality Training Centers Testimonials
What Our Graduates Say
★★★★★4.9 out of 5· 900+ Google reviews
★★★★★
“Great classroom experience, knowledgeable instructors, friendly staff and all you would expect from a top tier school.”
Eber Dias
Google Review
★★★★★
“I just finished my 12 week training and I took Mario’s class. I learned a lot in those 12 weeks. All the staff is patient and works with you.”
Carlos Manzanares
Google Review
★★★★★
“The HVAC course at Quality Training Centers is top notch. It’s a combination of class work and hands on labs that prepare you for a career in air conditioning and heating.”
Jose Armando Saldivar Diaz
Google Review
★★★★★
“Just finished school here and it was the greatest experience. I learned more than I thought I would. Mario is an excellent teacher, really hands on and cares about all the students.”
Jeremiah Sterba
Google Review
★★★★★
“I took the HVAC training and have to say I was very impressed with the knowledge of all of the staff. My instructor was Pete, who had a great way about him to keep us involved and interested.”
Carl Gagnon
Google Review
★★★★★
“This school has great curriculum and attentive staff, the course has a good mix of lab/classroom time. My instructor Mario really knew the subject matter and overall it was a great learning experience.”
Nelo D
Google Review
★★★★★
“I want to take this time to thank everyone in this facility. My wife and I had been looking everywhere in Google for the best training school for HVAC.”
Kennith James
Google Review
★★★★★
“If you want to jump start a good career, or learn a trade, you should at least check into this place. I considered other vocational schools, but came to the conclusion that this establishment is the way to go.”
Jarad Cole
Google Review
See What It’s Like to Be a Student Here
Don’t take our word for it — watch it. On the QTC YouTube channel and podcast, you’ll walk the labs, hear graduates tell their stories in their own words, and see exactly what 12 weeks at Quality Training Centers looks like before you ever set foot on campus.
From Dead-End Jobs to Hired HVAC Tech in 90 Days
Graduate story · Podcast
Graduate story · Podcast
Is Trade School Worth It in Las Vegas? The Honest Truth
Including who it’s NOT for
Including who it’s NOT for
Why He Skipped the $40K School for HVAC in Vegas
Student story
Student story
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Quality Training Centers licensed?
Yes — we’re licensed by the State of Nevada and have trained Las Vegas technicians at the same campus since 1994. We’re also EPA-approved to administer Section 608 certification testing on site.
How long are the programs?
Both the HVAC & Refrigeration program and the Electrical program run 12 weeks — Monday through Thursday, 4 hours a day.
Can I keep my job while I train?
That’s exactly how the schedule is built. Classes run 4 hours a day with morning, afternoon, and evening time slots, so most of our students train around full-time work.
Do I need experience to enroll?
No experience needed. You’ll need a high school diploma or GED — or to pass a simple mechanical aptitude test if you’re past compulsory school age.
How much does it cost?
One all-in tuition covers everything — enrollment, books, lab materials, exams, and a professional tool kit you keep. It’s a fraction of what most Las Vegas programs charge, and there are plenty of ways to pay: weekly and monthly plans, financing options, workforce funds, and VA benefits. See financing options or visit a program page for full details.
Is the EPA 608 certification included?
Yes. EPA 608 preparation and the proctored exam are included in the HVAC & Refrigeration program, and you take the test right on campus.
Will you help me find a job after I graduate?
Yes — and not just your first one. We provide lifetime placement assistance: career services support for every graduate, backed by more than 200 Las Vegas employers, from residential contractors to the casinos and resorts on the Strip. Once a student, always a student.
Do you accept VA benefits?
Yes — we’re approved for veteran training benefits. Visit our Military page for details.
¿Ofrecen atención en español?
Sí. Las clases se imparten en inglés, pero nuestro equipo te atiende en español durante todo el proceso — preguntas, visita al campus e inscripción. Ver la información en español »
When does the next class start?
New groups start about every 6 weeks. Call (702) 597-0861 or book a campus tour to get the next start date.
Come See the School — 15 Minutes Tells You Everything
Walk the labs, meet the instructors, and see the 80+ real units you’ll train on. Fifteen minutes on campus tells you more than an hour online. Call (702) 597-0861 or book your tour below. Quality Training Centers — 3139 Westwood Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89109. Training Las Vegas technicians since 1994.
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