The aim of BST-R is to review and build on previously gained knowledge and skills from BST through theoretical and practical training. This BST-R training shall enable participants to support and care for themselves and others working in the industry by possessing the knowledge and skills of first aid, working at heights, manual handling, fire awareness, sea survival and in case of an emergency, to be able to evacuate, rescue and provide appropriate first aid to casualties. 

Get Up Safe is a unique heave compensated lifting solution that has been specifically designed to transfer personnel between Crew Transfer Vessels and the main external platform of an offshore wind turbine. 

GUS systems are activated and operated from the CTV via a wireless remote control and use integrated sensors to monitor vessel movement and instruct the hoist to take-in or pay-out line to maintain a safe distance between the person being transferred and the vessel deck.

Get Up Safe is a unique heave compensated lifting solution that has been specifically designed to transfer personnel between Crew Transfer Vessels and the main external platform of an offshore wind turbine. 

GUS systems are activated and operated from the CTV via a wireless remote control and use integrated sensors to monitor vessel movement and instruct the hoist to take-in or pay-out line to maintain a safe distance between the person being transferred and the vessel deck.

Program Description:

Start your path in Bristol's Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVAC/R) and Heat Pump Training Program. HVAC/R and Heat Pump is a growing field with opportunities in clean energy and skilled trades.

This Free 17-week hybrid HVAC training program combines hands-on learning with real HVAC tools and equipment, interactive simulations, lectures, and group discussions to build both technical skills and industry knowledge.

This training prepares participants for immediate employment with a local HVAC company gaining valuable paid on the job training. 

Program Highlights:

• 275 Hours of Industry Training (Hybrid Schedule)
• Face to Face: Tues. through Thurs., from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM
• Face to Face: Sat., from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
• Online work will vary each week
  • Receive up to $1,000 gift card stipend when milestones are achieved
  • Loaner Laptops
  • Tool Kit and Tool Bag
  • Gift card to purchase work attire and boots
  • Paid On-the-Job Training & Job Placement
  • Wrap-Around Student Support Services
  • Industry Certifications: OSHA-10 Certification, EPA 608 Certification, Hotworks, NATE Ready-to-Work credential

Program Prerequisites:

• 18 Years of age or older 
• A resident of Massachusetts
• Hold a United States issued high school diploma or high school equivalency (GED or HiSET)
• Hold a MA issued valid driver's license or MA issued Photo ID
• Authorized to work in the US
• Complete and pass a CORI/SORI background check
• Ability to lift over 20 lbs.
• Fully committed to completing all classes
• Be ready to work directly after program completion

By completing the program interest form, below, it allows the Bristol team to contact you with next steps to register if you meet the program prerequisites. 

Program Class Schedule:

• January 2026 to May 2026 - FULL
• January 2027 to May 2027 - More details when funding is available

Program Career Pathways:

After completing the program, you’ll be prepared for entry-level positions such as:

• HVAC Installer or Technician
• Refrigeration Mechanic
• Building Maintenance Specialist
• Energy Efficiency & Clean Energy Technician
• Service or Repair Apprentice

These careers offer strong wages, job stability, and opportunities for advancement in both residential and commercial settings.

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This grant funded HVAC/R and Heat Pump Training program is designed and delivered to meet industry demand in the growing need for a clean energy workforce. This program is developed through a partnership between Bristol Community College, Diman Vocational Technical High School, area HVAC companies and funded by Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC).

Training in accordance with this Basic Safety Training will enable participants to support and care for themselves and others working in the industry by possessing the knowledge and skills of first aid, working at height, manual handling, fire awareness, sea survival and in case of an emergency, to be able to evacuate, rescue and provide appropriate first aid to casualties. 

The aims of Sea Survival Initial Training are to give, by theoretical and practical training, participants the ability to act safely and responsibly and to take the correct preventive actions in all aspects of offshore operations from shore to installation vessel (or WTG) and vice versa. This is both during normal operations and in an offshore wind energy environment emergency.

The EFA-R Training Standard shall enable participants to support and care for others working in the industry by possessing the knowledge, skills, and ability of enhanced first aid. The aim of this EFA-R module is to refresh current EFA skills through theoretical and practical training so that participants can administer safe and effective enhanced first aid in the wind industry. 

The aim of this module is to enable the participant to support and care for themselves and others while working with slinger signaling in the wind industry by possessing the required knowledge, skills, and ability to conduct assigned tasks safely and efficiently. Upon successful completion of GWO’s slinger signaler training course, the participant will be able to work within the wind industry conducting slinging techniques and signaling during simple lifting operations, meaning lifts conducted based on a lifting plan or covering known hazards.