3 registered apprenticeship programs in Florida. Starting wages from $18.14/hr, advancing to $25.91/hr at journeyman level.
$18.14/hr
Starting wage
$25.91/hr
Journeyman wage
4–5 years
Program length
3
Registered programs
Programs registered with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL RAPIDS) and/or the FL state apprenticeship agency. Contact programs directly for current enrollment windows and openings.
| Program | Sponsor | Duration | Wage progression |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC/R Apprenticeship — Miami-Dade JATC | UA Local 725 / Miami-Dade Refrigeration JATC | 5 years / 10,000 OJT hours | 50% → 60% → 70% → 80% → 90% of journeyman rate |
| Sheet Metal Apprenticeship — SMWIA Local 49 Tampa | Sheet Metal Workers Local 49 | 5 years / 9,500 OJT hours | 45% → 56% → 67% → 78% → 90% of journeyman rate |
| HVAC Technician Apprenticeship — Florida PHCC | Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors of Florida | 4 years | $17/hr → $20/hr → $22/hr → $25/hr |
Wages shown use the standard DOL apprenticeship progression schedule applied to the Florida journeyman median of $25.91/hr (BLS OEWS 2024, SOC 49-9021). Actual rates depend on the specific program sponsor.
| Stage | % of journeyman | Estimated hourly |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (0–12 months) | 50% | $12.96/hr |
| Year 2 (12–24 months) | 60% | $15.55/hr |
| Year 3 (24–36 months) | 70% | $18.14/hr |
| Year 4 (36–48 months) | 80% | $20.73/hr |
| Year 5 / Journeyman | 100% | $25.91/hr |
Florida Department of Education — Office of Apprenticeship
https://fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/apprenticeship-programs/Register your apprenticeship, verify program sponsors, and find additional registered programs not listed here.
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Browse all apprentice jobsMost registered HVAC apprenticeship programs in Florida take 4–5 years, combining on-the-job training (OJT) hours with related technical instruction (RTI).
Entry-level apprentices in Florida typically start around $18.14/hour (≈50% of journeyman rate). By program completion, wages reach approximately $25.91/hour.
Must be at least 18 years old High school diploma or GED equivalent Valid driver's license Able to lift 50 lbs and work in confined spaces Pass a drug screening prior to enrollment Understanding of Florida's high-humidity climate and cooling loads preferred Individual program sponsors may have additional requirements.
Wage data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 (SOC 49-9021). Program information reflects DOL RAPIDS database patterns as of 2026. Contact individual program sponsors for current enrollment status and exact wage schedules.
