Trade Careers

Theory and practical training for job entry including refrigerators, washing machines, dryers, microwave ovens, and stoves. Learn to read wiring diagrams and sequence charts for appliance electrical diagnoses. Prepare for the E.P.A. (Environmental Protection Agency) Type 1 certification test, to work with refrigeration systems of 5 lbs. or less. Call: (626) 934-2936. (Total hours: 1080).                                            Partners with Whirlpool & Maytag, KitchenAid, Sears, LG, WASH, Best Buy, Coast Appliance Parts, Reliable Parts, K-W Sam-Sung.

Session I: Fall Semester - Theory & Practical Training for Job Entry Refrigeration. Session I: Prepare for E.P.A. Plus Refrigeration theory (540 hours).

Session II: Spring Semester - Theory & Practical Training for Job Entry Washing Machines, Dryers, Microwaves, Ovens/ Stoves (540 hours).

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*Day Class Cost: $956 per semester (includes registration $700, materials $100, insurance $18, and books $138), Shirt fee $30. Safety glasses $10. (Takes 2 semesters to complete).
August 12, 2019 - May 21, 2020.

**Evening Class Cost: $421 per semester (includes registration $275, materials $50 and insurance $18, and books $78).
(504 hours per semester. Takes approximately 3 semesters to complete.)
August 12, 2019 - May 21, 2020.

Partners with Whirlpool & Maytag, Kitchen Aide, Sears, Best Buy, Coast Appliances parts, Reliable Parts, K-W Sam-Sung.

For Appliance Repair Services contact (626) 934-2936.

NATEF Certified Program

National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF)

HLPAE is a Certified
Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR)
training institute.

This class will prepare you to become a NATEF Certified Mechanic in the automotive repair industry. Learn how to work on import and domestic vehicle. Classroom and valuable repair shop experience. ASE Master Certified Modules. (Total hours: 1,080. Takes 4 sessions to complete.)

Cost: $770 (includes registration $495/session, materials $75, insurance $18, books $175 and goggles $7). 

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Session I: Brakes, Suspension & Steering: 8/12/19 - 10/17/19
Session II: Engine Repair & Transmissions: 10/20/19 - 12/19/19
Session III: Electrical & Electronic Systems: 1/06/20 - 3/12/20
Session IV: Engine Performance/Engine Electric: 3/16/20 - 5/21/20

All new students must attend Appraisal - see appraisal details or for information call (626) 934-2801.

For Auto Repair Services contact (626) 934-2932.

Call: (626) 934-2935. Learn oxyacetylene gas cutting, shielded metal arc, gas metal arc (MIG), gas tungsten arc & flux core welding. (Total hours: 1080).

Cost: Total cost $956 (includes registration $570, supplies $200, insurance $18 and book $168). Students provide their own helmet, gloves, welding jacket & boots from an outside vendor with approval of the instructor.

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** Please call to inquire on night and Saturday classes.

Centerless Grinder Machinist and Basic CNC Programmer

Through a grant from the ARCONIC Corporation, students will be able to learn and operate a Header Machine, producing precision fasteners for the Aerospace and Military Industry, along with basic CNC programming skills.

Cost: $50 + insurance $18 per term.                                                                 

1st term: August 13, 2019 - October 31, 2019
2nd term: November 5, 2019 - February 13, 2020                                         3rd term: February 18, 2020 - May 21, 2020

All new students must attend Appraisal - see appraisal details or for information call (626) 934-2801.

New!

Learn entry level HVAC/R (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning/Refrigeration). With the implementation of the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology text book our program and accreditation will you the opportunity to enter the workforce as a confident Entry Level Technician. You will also have the opportunity to become certified Refrigerant Handler by preparing and taking the E.P.A. (Environmental Protection Agency) Universal 608 test which is necessary to become gainfully employed in the industry. Due to the exceptional instruction, this program has a 100% pass rate. You will be given classroom instruction as well as hands-on practice. This course will cover basic fundamentals of HVAC/R residential and commercial systems. You will learn to troubleshoot, which is highly valuable when out in the field. Once you have achieved the level of an intermediate or advanced level Tech you will have the opportunity to practice your skills by working on real air conditioning systems which we have acquired as lab units where your new acquired knowledge and skills are put to the test. Course will be completed in two semesters. (540 hours)

*Day Class Cost: $1,000 per semester + insurance $18 per term, books $250.  (Total $2,268).

*Evening Class Cost: $750 per semester + insurance $18 per term, books $250.  (Total $1,768).

Water Technology Program is designed to prepare students who wish to seek entry level employment in the public water supply industry. There is a growing need for certified and trained water technology professionals in the area of Water Treatment and Water Distribution. Water experts project that over the next few years the water industry will see extensive job growth. (300 hours)

Cost: $300 per course + insurance $18. (Training may be free for those who qualify. Attend Orientation for more information.)

All new students must attend Appraisal - See link below for details or for information call (626) 934-2801.