Connecticut Unlimited Heating, Piping, and Cooling Journeyperson (S-2) License
The Unlimited Heating, Piping, and Cooling Journeyperson (S-2) License, ONLY while employed by a contractor licensed, allows you to do the alteration, repair, replacement, installation, or maintenance of:
- Piping for:
- Steam generation or conveyance
- Air conditioning
- Refrigeration systems
- Boilers and associated apparatus
- Pumping equipment and process piping
- Piping, appliances, devices, or accessories for:
- Sheet metal
- Heating systems
- Tubing and piping mains and branch lines up to:
- The closest valve to machinery
- Equipment used in the manufacturing process
This license does not permit you to engage in work related to millwright work, solar thermal work, passive monitoring of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems, and medical gas and vacuum systems work.
How to Get the Unlimited Heating, Piping, and Cooling Journeyperson (S-2) License in Connecticut?
- Visit the CT Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) website to read the eligibility criteria, prerequisites, and documentation requirements for obtaining an Unlimited Heating, Piping, and Cooling Journeyperson (S-2) License. Follow the process for the Heating, Cooling and Sheet Metal Work, Hearth Product Work, Fuel Gas Work Licenses and the Heating, Cooling, Sheet Metal License Application Path - Journeyperson
- Meet the necessary education requirements requested by the DCP
- Required courses for high school graduation or GED test
- Apprenticeship certified by the CT DOL Apprentice Training Division
- Complete and submit the Office of Apprenticeship Training Completion Form before submitting an application for licensure
- Apply online, by visiting the State of Connecticut's eLicense website or send by mail the Occupational Trade Journeyperson License Application to the DCP official email address
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with the following documents:- Copy of current CT Registered Apprenticeship Card
- Original copy of the Letter of Apprenticeship Completion issued by the DOL
- Criminal Conviction Worksheet, when requested
- For military service experience and training related to this application, contact the CT Department of Labor at (860) 263-6128 to request a recommendation
- Receipt for payment of the non-refundable application fee by check and/or money order to the "Treasurer, State of Connecticut"
- When applying for equivalent experience and training, including all documentation that demonstrates experience and training for this license type:
- Applicants holding "Out of State" License(s) shall provide:
Letters from current or previous employer(s)
- Letters must be on company letterhead, dated, and notarized
- Must include dates of employment and a specific, detailed description of your on-the job-training, work experience, and scope of work
- Letters that do not meet the criteria listed above will not be accepted
- W-2’s, 1099’s, or tax returns for proof of your on the job training or work experience won’t be accepted
Proof of related instruction that meet or exceed those indicated in the Unlimited Heating, Piping, and Cooling Journeyperson (S-2) equivalency chart
- Copies of transcripts
- Diplomas
- Certificates for proof of completion
- On the job training and work experiences CAN NOT be considered instead of the required classroom training
If out-of-state licenses are applicable, must include:
- Copies of all occupational trade licenses held in any state or jurisdiction
- Documentation including laws and regulations from that state or jurisdiction that reflect the requirements met to obtain these licenses
- Scope of work for these licenses
- Applicants holding "Out of State" License(s) shall provide:
- Schedule the Unlimited Heating, Piping, and Cooling Journeyperson (S-2) administered by PSI© in the desired location and time and pay the examination fee after receiving the DCP examination approval (the exam must be taken within one year from the date of approval):
- Take and pass the Unlimited Heating, Piping, and Cooling Journeyperson (S-2) exam
- If the exam is passed, submit the license fee along with the exam passing score results to obtain the official license
- Await the official Unlimited Heating, Piping, and Cooling Journeyperson (S-2) License issued by the Department of Consumer Protection
Connecticut Unlimited Heating, Piping, and Cooling Journeyperson (S-2) License Exam Prep Course
Connecticut Unlimited Heating, Piping, and Cooling Journeyperson (S-2) License Exam
Below is all the information related to the trade exam, including the official reference list.
Connecticut Unlimited Heating, Piping, and Cooling Journeyperson (S-2) Trade Exam
- Testing Method: Computer-based testing; semi-open book
- Testing Company: PSI©
- Number of Questions: 70
- Types of Questions: Multiple choice
- Time Allowed: 3 Hours
- Minimum Passing Score: 70%
- Subjects Involved (No. of Questions):
- Insulation (1)
- Hangers and Supports (2)
- Sound, Vibration, and Seismic Control (1)
- Heating and Cooling Principles (4)
- Refrigerants and Refrigeration (5)
- Testing, Adjusting and Balancing (1)
- Controls (4)
- Machine Room (1)
- A/C and Heat Pump Equipment (3)
- Furnaces and Heaters (4)
- Hydronics (6)
- Chimneys, Flues, and Vents (3)
- Combustion Air (2)
- Fuel Gas Systems (10)
- Ducts (6)
- Chillers (2)
- Ventilation and Exhaust (2)
- Safety (4)
- Oil Burners (6)
- Boilers (3)
- PSI© Unlimited Heating, Piping, and Cooling Journeyperson (S-2) Official Content Outline
Connecticut Unlimited Heating, Piping, and Cooling Journeyperson (S-2) Book Set
This set of books includes all required references for the Unlimited Heating, Piping, and Cooling Journeyperson (S-2) exam. Orders placed before 2 PM are shipped the same day via UPS and a tracking number is emailed before 3 PM.
CONNECTICUT UNLIMITED HEATING, PIPING, AND COOLING JOURNEYPERSON (S-2) - BOOK SET WITHOUT TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS
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CONNECTICUT UNLIMITED HEATING, PIPING, AND COOLING JOURNEYPERSON (S-2) - BOOK SET WITH TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS
Sales price: $1,735.54
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