HVAC Technical Academy

08/13/2026

08/13/2026

HVACTA and Mirchi Indian Street Food

Today one of our participants, Sanjay, treated the group at HVAC Technical Academy with delicious (and spicy) Indian cuisine from Mirchi Indian Street Food. Needless to say, an excellent lunch among a special group.

HVACTA and Mirchi Indian Street Food

Growing up in Houston, I rarely had the opportunity the eat Indian food, but now I am so glad I did! The folks from Mirchi Indian Street Food know how to serve it up right. Everything was fresh and cooked to perfection. For those who have tried this spot, give them a call at 407-347-3777 and tell them Sanjay from HVAC Technical Academy sent you!

Though our HVAC program is less than two months total time, the relationships built are strong and are life lasting. I heard from the grape vine brisket will be on the menu… if I told you which day there would not be any leftovers for me… sorry but gotta do what I gotta do. By the way, if you look real close, you might get a glimpse of me.

Building relationship and transforming dreams into reality is what we are all about… oh, and can’t forget the HVAC part.

For those interested in HVAC as a career, give me a call or visit our website, schedule a chat and/or submit an enrollment form. Next term begins September 8th so you best get on it today.

Danny
407-878-0474
2nd Chance University
HVAC Technical Academy
Certifications and Safety
[email protected]
Sanford, Florida

08/13/2026

08/12/2026

HVAC Learning and Loving

These few days of record heat has found all learning the old-fashioned way: by doing! Between yesterday, today, and tomorrow, all components and parts will be examined, tested, swapped, and brazed. In addition, all are required to explain the purpose of each component. You got it, we are talking full cycle.

HVAC Learning and Loving

Over the past four weeks this group has progressed from minimal (if any) knowledge, skills, and abilities to become confident ready to get the job HVAC candidates. The next two weeks will be focusing on building confidence and competence in the field. Can’t forget the customer service side, we got that covered.

To note, I do get doubters now asking, “how can we do so much in six weeks?” The deal is we are a live five days a week, Monday through Friday from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm. Over a six-week period you will gain more knowledge than ever imagined. Over the first week and a half we spend about 70% in the classroom (30% doing the hands-on) while the final four weeks you will be learning and loving the outside way of learning about 70% (30% classroom experience).

In other words, we don’t just talk about it… we do it.

HVAC Technical Academy is a hands-on adult workshop facility located in Sanford, Florida, where “Learn by Doing” defines our approach to get YOU on a path to personal AND professional success. Interested in pursuing a high in demand career in just six weeks, HVACTA may be the path.

Danny
407-878-0474
2nd Chance University
HVAC Technical Academy
Certifications and Safety
[email protected]
Sanford, Florida

08/11/2026

HVAC System Total Break Down and Rebuild

Though hot outside, no heat can keep this group from personal and professional success.

When it comes to obtaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities within the HVAC industry, hands-on experience goes a long way. Naturally we share a great deal of insight, safety, and applications within the classroom session, but there is nothing like “doing.”

Let me know if you are ready for this…

HVAC System Total Break Down and Rebuild

Giving you a snapshot of what is meant by learn by doing… today’s assignment is as follows (and the pictures too):

Summary: Each participant will be required to break down (completely) an air handler and condenser… an empty housing will be the only thing standing. Adjacent ah and condenser housing, you will then return both pieces of equipment to its original form.

Safety: Do not compromise your safety, always wear your personal protective equipment, glasses, gloves, etc. NOTHING is more important than your safety.

Details: recommend taking photos prior to dismantling to ensure status return.

Air Handler Specifics:

* All parts will be explained and tested
*What part does
*What part effects
* Clean blower wheel
* Clean evaporator coil
* Upon completion, system will be returned to the way it was

Condenser:

* Prior to performing anything must confirm if system is dry or not
* Will determine type of refrigerant via gauges and PT Chart
* All parts will be explained and tested
*What part does
*What part effects
Upon completion, system will be returned to the way it was

Once air handler and condenser have been returned to the way it was, you will then be required to do the same thing on a second set… but this time, instead of returning the system back to its original state, you will practice on your scrapping skills.
Stop dreaming and start becoming.

Looking forward to being part of this journey. For those interested in HVAC as a career, give me a call or visit our website, schedule a chat and/or submit an enrollment form. Next term begins September 8th so you best get on it today.

Danny
407-878-0474

08/10/2026

ARS in the House

We recently had the privilege of having Christopher Ward from ARS and Katy Smith from Resideo visit our HVAC learning facility. The level of professionalism and knowledge shared by both consistent and amazing to our philosophy and learning approach.

2nd Chance University is nonprofit assisting transitioning folks to a better life via HVAC training, the support from our community and organizations such as ARS and Resideo goes a long way inside and outside the classroom setting.

We are fortunate to have a partnership with ARS and Resideo as the knowledge shared enhances participant readiness for the HVAC industry. To be honest, their philosophy of ensuring customer service is a number one priority, parallels with our approach.

ARS in the House

In case you were not aware, ARS takes care of multiple counties throughout Central Florida, their HVAC Service offers a one-year worry free exceptional service guarantee… again, their dedication to excellent customer service is one of the reasons for their success over the years.

With much gratitude and respect for Christopher and Katy, thank you both for sharing and bringing ARS and Resideo to our facility.

Serious about working in the HVAC Industry, stop dreaming and start becoming… give me a call and let’s discuss your first steps toward personal and professional success

Danny
407-878-0474
2nd Chance University

08/07/2026

Stop Dreaming and Start Becoming at HVACTA

HVAC Technical Academy is dedicated to your personal and professional HVAC success. Located in Sanford, Florida, we accept a maximum of ten participants; our next program begins September 8th (another term begins November 2nd). For those outside the area, an adjacent room to rent is available for the seven-week experience.

Dream to reality details:

* Six week, Monday through Friday 9:00 am until 4:00 pm (210 hours total)
* Universal Certification and OSHA 10 General Industry training
* An aggressive hands-on learning style… knowledge, skills, and abilities focusing on a “learn by doing” approach
* Professional out-the-box tools: yours to use, yours to KEEP upon completion, including an Fieldpiece Digital SM482V SMAN Refrigerant Manifold with Built-in Vacuum Gauge and much more
* Employment assistance , including career coaching, resume construction, and interview prep from a nationally recognized certified Career Coach and Resume Writer
* Two primary instructors and one assistant mentoring a maximum of ten participants
* Designed for individuals with little or no HVAC knowledge

If you are ready to make HVAC your world… HVAC Technical Academy is the way.

Visit our website at hvacta.com for additional information and enrollment application or email or call me directly for a chat.

Looking forward to being part of this journey.

Danny
407-878-0474
2nd Chance University
HVAC Technical Academy
Certifications and Safety
[email protected]
Sanford, Florida

08/06/2026

HVACTA: “P” is for Pizza Too

Celebrating a Wacky Wednesday, all took a quick pizza break yesterday just before heading outside to complete three complete system swaps, plenum, and air flow distribution.

By end of day, systems will be up and running… great job! Which means a great number of preventive maintenances, diagnosing, troubleshooting, and reading for all to perform.

HVACTA: “P” is for Pizza Too

For the group, handled ten large round pies… naturally the Hawaiian style was the first to go… any surprises there?

With full bellies and a focused agenda, today was another progressive day!

Looking for a career in the HVAC industry, reach out and learn about our next program start (with a maximum of ten students allowed, get your seat early) by calling (407-878-0474) or emailing today ([email protected]).

Danny
407-878-0474
2nd Chance University
HVAC Technical Academy
Sanford, Florida
Email: [email protected]