The initiative will also support Honeywell Energy Solutions Group’s existing multi-phase Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC) program with Boston as part of the Renew Boston Trust program to help achieve energy and carbon reductions in city-owned historic buildings.

Workers trained by contractor training grants will be prepared to implement energy upgrades that could potentially qualify for rebates under the Home Energy Rebates Program and help save consumers money on their energy bills.

Instructors who earn the title of Certified Master HVACR Educator have shown that they have the retained knowledge necessary to prepare students for success in most entry-level jobs in the HVACR industry.

Each of the graduates will join the Peterman Brothers team to kick off a career as either a plumbing or an HVAC technician.

Southern, based in Maitland, Florida, has more than 20 locations and more than 750 technicians, and provides HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and generator service and replacement.

Accreditation brings increased credibility with prospective students and employers, improves recruitment efforts, eases the transferring of credits, and brings opportunities for program growth.

SAM, or Skill Advisor and Mentor, asks questions and provides additional context to help learners comprehend the content while sharpening critical thinking skills, according to Interplay Learning.