9.1 - Instructor Qualifications
Full-time and adjunct Instructors shall:
1. Have a minimum of five years of experience as a HVACR field service technician or higher, that directly relates to the competencies being taught.
2. Hold a valid Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Universal Certification, as required by 40 CFR Part 82, Subpart F of Section 608 of the Clean Air Act of 1990.
3. Meet all criteria as set forth as a technical educator established by your state, local government or authority having jurisdiction of the program.
4. Be able to conduct demonstrations, provide explanations, and convey ideas, concepts and theories for all aspects of the curriculum.
5. Reflect an image of high ethical values, honesty, tactfulness, patience, and friendliness toward others.
6. Meet ONE of the following:
· Be a graduate of an HVACR program consisting of a minimum of 600 hours of training.
· Hold an associate degree in HVACR technology.
· Hold a bachelor's degree in HVACR or building science trades technology.
· Full-time instructors
Must hold the title of Certified Master HVACR Educator "CMHE". OR;
Be working towards earning the title of Certified Master HVACR Educator “CMHE”. This credential requires one to successfully pass seven specified exams, reflecting the knowledge and teaching skills required to teach most HVACR educational programs. Working towards earning this credential requires the instructor to take two examinations each calendar year, and successfully passing at least one examination each year, with a maximum of five years to successfully complete the Certified Master HVACR Educator “CMHE” program.
Adjunct instructors
Must hold the title of Certified Subject Matter Educator “CSME” in each of the disciplines that directly relate to the competencies that they teach. OR;
Be working towards earning the title of Certified Subject Matter Educator “CSME” in each of the disciplines that directly relate to the competencies that they teach, by taking the required exams within one year, with maximum of three years to successfully complete the CSME program.