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How does EPA 608 work through SkillCat?

Available with any of the following SkillCat training programs:

  • Trial Plan 

  • Subscription Plan

Under Section 608 of the Federal Clean Air Act, all technicians who maintain, service, repair, or dispose of equipment containing refrigerants must be EPA certified. This federal requirement ensures HVAC professionals can safely handle refrigerants and is mandatory for working in the HVAC industry. 

Before you get started:

  • Ensure you have a stable internet connection to complete the online exam.

  • Review SkillCat’s study materials, including training videos, practice tests, and study guides.

  • Make sure you have a smart phone with a front-facing camera or selfie camera. 

How to get certified with SkillCat

  1. Download the SkillCat App

    • Create a SkillCat account if you do not already have one

    • The app is available on iOS, Android, and desktop for easy access.

  2. Choose your EPA 608 Certification Type

    • Search "EPA 608" on the search bar located at the home tab and select the one that aligns with your goals

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    • Go through the accredited training videos, practice tests, and study guides.

    • Learn at your own pace with SkillCat’s interactive lessons.

  2. Take the exam on your phone

    • The EPA 608 exam is available 24/7, allowing flexibility in scheduling.

    • Scroll down on the course program and you will see the "Exam" module. Click on that and you are ready to take the exam.

    • The exam is proctored online (so make sure you have a picture of your Photo ID handy as the exam will ask you for that) and on-demand, so you don’t need to visit a test center.

  3. Exam Attempts

    1. You will get 4 attempts to pass the exam

    2. In case you exhaust the attempts, you will need to complete the entire training completely and once done you can reach out to info@skillcatapp.com to request more attempts

  4. Results
    1. Get your results instantly on if you passed or failed
    2. Once you pass the exam, please wait 1-2 days for the proctor to review your attempt
    3. Once reviewed, you will get an email regarding an update on your proctoring. 

How to get your certificate: 

  • You can download and share your certification through the SkillCat app.

  • Your certification is valid for life and does not require renewal.

  • If you need to order a printed card for your EPA 608 you can do that from here

Verification & Troubleshooting:

  • Employers can verify your certification through SkillCat’s verification tool.

  • If you encounter any issues with accessing your certification, contact SkillCat Support.