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Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Academy (ACRA)

ACRA (Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Academy) is a fully accredited training and trade test centre under NAMB/QCTO/DHET/merSETA/SARACCA, offering vocational and adult training in HVAC&R. Fully accredited across multiple South African industry bodies

The academy features a large workshop (1,200–2,800m²) equipped with operational AC/refrigeration systems, enabling hands-on training.

Operating Hours: Monday–Thursday: 07:30–16:00; Friday: until ~14:00; closed weekends

Provide ID, qualifications, and any relevant prior experience
Select suitable course (e.g. Tech 1–4, safety, trade prep)
Confirm schedule—intakes available throughout the year

Courses & Training

Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology Levels 1–4
Basic → Diploma-level training
Specialised modules: HVAC principles, split systems, chillers, vehicular AC
Practical focus: installation, fault finding, maintenance
Safety & Compliance
SAQCC/SARACCA Refrigeration Practitioner (Cat A/B) – initial & renewal
Certificate of Conformance (COC)

Trade Preparation

merSETA Apprenticeships & Refrigeration Mechanic Learnerships
Trade test prep & assessments

Related Training

HVAC/BMS Control Systems
Electrical fundamentals (single & three-phase)
Welding, brazing, cutting techniques
First aid, fire fighting, scaffolding
Access to live systems for realistic practical learning, including chillers and ductwork
Trade test venue—conducted on-site
Experienced facilitators and industry-aligned training

Training Schedule & Facilities

Timetable: Mon–Thu (08:00–15:00); Fri (08:00–13:00); tea/coffee breaks provided
Workshop space: ~2,500m² practical area for up to 60 students; lecture area ~800 m² for 120 students
Safety first: steel-toe shoes mandatory in workshop
Secure parking available on-site

Who Should Attend?
Aspiring HVAC technicians and refrigeration mechanics
Apprentices preparing for trade tests
Professionals seeking certification/licensing (SARACCA/SAQCC)
Those aiming to work on industrial, automotive, and commercial HVAC systems