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more likely to have higher wages than students who do not concentrate. The Arkansas HVACR Association is currently working with ARCareerEd, its local career centers, and with local HVACR dealers to establish a desired curriculum for high school students. ARCareerEd provides opportunities for state schools to apply for grant funds specifically for the purchase of equipment and tools to get a new program of study started. The local school must be willing to furnish the space, the instructor, and any consumable supplies. If you are interested in your local high school developing an HVACR path, contact the Trade and Industry Division Coordinator at the Arkansas Department of Career Education at 501-682-2371 or bruce.lazarus@arkansas.gov

Sones Builds HVAC Program Arkansas Northeastern College (Stacy Walker, Arkansas Northeastern College, Allied Technologies Division – The Solutions Group Cordinator, Industrail Training) Industrial Training)

Through his efforts, Rick Sones, Allied Technologies Instructor in ACR (HVAC), has more than doubled the enrollment in his program. He fosters

Rick Sones

collaborative relationships with employers which has led to significant donations to ANC as well maintaining adequate lab equipment for the hand-on components of his program. He continually updates his curriculum to keep it relevant and incorporates computer based instruction to enhance students’ technological skills. Rick is always willing to take on additional classes and has been instrumental with workforce training initiatives in the area. The ACR Program at Arkansas Northeastern College prepares students for careers in air conditioning and refrigeration. Students will develop and practice skills for servicing, repairing, installing, and sizing air conditioning and refrigeration equipment for residential application. The ACR program runs three nights per week from 5:00 - 9:00 pm. Internship options are also available in the ACR Program.

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