Arkansas requires a state HVAC/R contractor license with 2 years of documented experience and passage of a trade and business law exam. EPA 608 certification is a prerequisite for licensure.
Minimum 2 years of experience as an employee of an HVAC/R contractor, verified by board-approved documentation. Must be at least 18 years old and hold EPA Section 608 certification.
Yes — proctored by Prov. Trade exam plus business and law exam. 70% passing score.
8 hours per code cycle (approximately every 3 years)
Historically no reciprocal agreements; more recent sources indicate reciprocity with Alabama, Tennessee, Mississippi, and Louisiana for licenses held at least 3 years — verify directly with the board at 501-682-4500.
Reciprocity agreements can change. Always verify current status directly with Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing — State HVAC/R Board before relying on reciprocity for licensure.
Arkansas requires both EPA 608 certification and state licensure. The state license is contractor-level; there is no separate individual journeyman license.
EPA 608 Certification — Required in All 50 States
Regardless of Arkansas's state licensing rules, any technician who purchases, handles, or works with regulated refrigerants must hold EPA Section 608 certification. This is a federal requirement under the Clean Air Act that no state law can waive. EPA 608 Universal (covering Type I, II, and III) is the most versatile credential for most HVAC roles.
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Last verified: 2026 · Always confirm current requirements with your state licensing board before starting work or submitting an application.
Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing — State HVAC/R Board
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