Florida Air B Contractors License Prep Course
Florida State Certified Licensing Information
Get Licensed. Get Trained. Get Ahead.
Are you ready to advance your HVAC career and become a licensed Florida Air B Contractor?
Our comprehensive 2-week exam prep course is designed to equip you with everything you need to pass the state licensing exam and launch your next level in the HVAC industry.
What is an Air B Contractor License?
The Florida Class B Air Conditioning Contractor License allows individuals to install, maintain, repair, fabricate, alter, extend, and design air-conditioning systems that are:
- Limited to 25 tons of cooling capacity and 500,000 BTUs of heating capacity.
- Connected to low-pressure systems.
This license is ideal for professionals working in residential and light commercial HVAC.
State Of Florida Requirements To Obtain The License
To become a licensed Class B Air Conditioning Contractor in Florida, you must:
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have at least 4 years of experience in the trade (one year must be supervisory).
OR a combination of college education and experience totaling 4 years. - Pass the Florida State Licensing Exam.
Business & Finance Exam.
Trade Knowledge Exam (Air B). - Submit an application to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- Provide proof of financial stability, credit score, and insurance.
- Pay all applicable licensing and application fees.
Books Included (Highlighted and Pre-Tabbed)
Your enrollment includes all state-required books, fully highlighted and pre-tabbed for the Florida Class B Air Conditioning Contractor Exam. These books are:
- Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Troubleshooting Handbook, Billy Langley, 2nd Edition, 2003 – Prentice-Hall, Inc.
- Code of Federal Regulations (OSHA) – 29 CFR Part 1926
- Contractors Manual, 2021 – Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation
- Pipefitters Handbook, Forrest R. Lindsey, 3rd Edition, 1967
- NFPA 90A – Standard for the Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilating Systems, 2015 Edition
- NFPA 90B – Standard for the Installation of Warm Air Heating and Air Conditioning Systems, 2024 Edition
- NFPA 96 – Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations, 2021 Edition
- Fibrous Glass Duct Construction Standards, 8th Edition
- HVAC Duct Construction Standards – Metal and Flexible, 4th Edition, 2020
- Energy Systems Analysis and Management, 2nd Edition, 2014
- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology, 9th Edition
- Trane Ductulator, 1976 or later
- Energy Efficient Building Construction in Florida, 11th Edition, 2024
- Florida Building Code – Mechanical, 2023
- Florida Building Code – Energy Conservation, 2023
- A201 – General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, 2017 Edition
- A401 – Standard Form of Agreement Between Contractor and Subcontractor, 2017 Edition
- A701 – Instructions to Bidders, 2018 Edition
- Builder’s Guide to Accounting, Michael C. Thomsett, Copyright 2001 – ISBN: 9781572181052
- Florida Statutes Chapter 455 – Current Edition
Why Choose us?
At HVAC Academy, we dedicate ourselves to providing our students with a quality educational experience which will lead to an enriching and profitable career. In achieving this idea, each officer, director, staff member, and educator understands the following:
We Help You Every Step of the Way
Preparing for the exam is just one part of the licensing journey — and we’ve got your back through it all.
As part of your course enrollment, we provide personalized support to guide you through the entire application process. From making sure you meet eligibility requirements to helping you gather the correct paperwork, we’ll walk you through what’s needed to get approved by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
We’ll assist you with:
- Application checklist and documentation guidance.
- Contacting the DBPR if needed.
- Submitting your exam application.
- Setting up your exam appointments.
- Navigating the fingerprinting and background check process.
- Understanding insurance and financial requirements.
You don’t have to figure it out alone. We’re here to make sure you feel confident and fully prepared — not just for the exam, but for the entire licensing process.