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TRENDING CERTIFICATIONS IN 2025
EPA 608 Universal
Essential for HVAC technicians to handle refrigerants legally and safely.
$99
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EPA 609
Required for automotive technicians working with motor vehicle air conditioning refrigerants.
$59
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OSHA 10-Hour
Foundational safety training that boosts employability across trades.
$59
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NATE Ready-to-Work
Perfect entry-level credential to kickstart an HVAC career with confidence.
$60
Get Certified Now >TRENDING CERTIFICATIONS BY TRADE
Our AI analyzes job postings to bring you the top entry-level certifications employers are seeking in 2025.
HVAC
Trending Certifications:
- EPA 608 - Must-have for HVAC roles
- OSHA 10 - Safety baseline
- NATE Ready-to-Work - Rising demand
Auto Service
Trending Certifications:
Plumbing
Trending Certifications:
- OSHA 10 - Safety standard
- Journeyman Plumber - Entry to mid-level
- Green Plumber - Eco-friendly niche
Welding
Trending Certifications:
- OSHA 10 - Job site requirement
- Certified Welder (CW) - Core credential
- AWS D1.1 - Structural welding boost
Electrical
Trending Certifications:
- OSHA 10 - Safety first
- Journeyman Electrician - High demand
- NEC Basics - Code knowledge edge
Construction
Trending Certifications:
- OSHA 10 - Universal need
- Heavy Equipment Basics - Operator entry
- Scaffold Safety - Site-specific skill
Solar
Trending Certifications:
- OSHA 10 - Safety essential
- NABCEP Entry-Level - Solar fundamentals
- PV Installation Basics - Hands-on start
INSIGHTS FROM OUR DATA
Dive into our latest research to see how we analyze job market trends and identify the certifications that matter most.
Top In-Demand HVAC Certifications in 2025
Our job posting analysis reveals the HVAC certs employers want most this year.
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Read More >FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do you pick trending certifications?
We use AI to aggregate and analyze job postings across the web, highlighting certifications with the highest demand and growth.
Where do I get these certifications?
Tradez offers certifications in EPA 608 and 609. These deliver official credentials from the EPA. We also link you to our partners. Other direct Tradez offerings are coming soon!
Are these certifications employer-recognized?
Yes, all listed certifications are industry-standard and valued by employers in the skilled trades.
What if a certification isn’t listed?
We focus on trending options, but more certifications are coming as we expand our directory and offerings.
How often do you update the trends?
Our AI refreshes job market data daily to keep our trending certifications current.
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