Specifiers / Contractors

To obtain EPA Technician Certification, technicians must pass a closed-book proctored test that contains 25 questions about EPA regulations, and 25 questions on recycling procedures in the area in which they work.  They may choose to test in only one area, or they may choose to test in more than one area, or they may choose to take the universal test which consists of 100 questions: 25 general and 75 sector-specific (25 from each sector of Type I, Type II and Type III).  To pass, candidates must answer 70 percent of the questions correctly.

Study for the Test

AHRI provides a study manual for those taking the EPA Technician Certification Exam. The study manual is a 48-page self study guide that covers Types I, II and III and the core (Universal) of the EPA Technician Certification Exam.

The manual reviews the subjects covered in Types I, II and III and the core (Universal) tests such as ozone depletion, the Montreal protocol, EPA rules and regulations, DOT cylinders, leak detection, refrigerants, refrigerant oils, recovering and recycling, servicing small appliances, servicing high pressure appliances, and servicing low pressure appliances. The manual also explains the potential harmful impact of releasing refrigerants into the environment.

Take the Test Online

To take the online EPA Technician Certification Exam online, a chief examiner must be present. The chief examiner serves as a witness during the test to assure the integrity of the closed-book examination. The chief examiner must complete an application to be submitted for approval from AHRI prior to administering the exam.

Check Your Test Scores

After taking the online EPA Technician Certification Exam online, you can check your test score using your candidate ID and Pin numbers.

Replace a Lost Card

After passing the EPA Certification Test, certified technicians receive a certification card. These cards do not expire and you do not need to be re-certified if you have your card.