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The Refrigeration School (RSI) Phoenix, AZ Campus
Get Welding, HVAC/Refrigeration, and Electrical career training at one of the best trade schools in Phoenix, Arizona.
All about RSI
In 1965, The Refrigeration School (RSI) started out as a Phoenix, AZ trade school specializing in HVAC and Refrigeration career training only. Since then, we’ve expanded to include career programs for Welding and Electrical/Electrical-Mechanic technologies.
The RSI campus is located in the Phoenix metropolitan area and includes 26,000 square feet of training facilities, including classrooms, labs, support services, and shops.
Training Programs at the Phoenix, AZ Campus
Refrigeration Technologies
Program Duration: 6 Months
A career in climate control could happen even faster with this shorter program. In just 6 months, get hands-on training in diagnosing, servicing and repairing equipment as well as mechanical and electrical principles. Plus, the RSI network of support systems helps you achieve your goals fast.
Learn MoreElectro-Mechanical Technologies
Program Duration: 9 months
Climate control and electricity are everywhere, and you could prepare for a career as an Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration technician and Maintenance Electrician all in the same 9 month training program! The EMT program at RSI also includes an overview of the sciences behind solar-powered systems. This kind of cross training could mean more job stability with faster upward mobility.
Learn MoreAssociate of Occupational Studies in Mechanical Maintenance Engineering
Program Duration: 15 months
Mechanical Maintenance Engineering has a wide range of potential employment options, including HVAC/R as well as institutional maintenance engineering, industrial refrigeration service and much more. Training takes just 15 months and you could be ready for a career servicing large, complex systems.
Learn MoreElectrical Applications
Program Duration: 7 months
Get hands-on electrician training in seven months at The Refrigeration School. Apply Today!
Learn MoreWelding Specialist
Program Duration: 7 months
The Welding Specialist program prepares a graduate for entry level positions in structural, pipe and pipeline, and thin alloy welding. Key welding processes include SMAW (stick), GMAW/FCAW (MIG/Fluxcore), and GTAW (TIG) welding procedures. Students learn welding safety, torch cutting processes, proper arc welding equipment setup, important welding control techniques, fundamental welding processes, and basic welding metallurgy. This intense program is primarily lab based and focuses on developing critical welding skills.
Learn MoreVisit the RSI Phoenix Campus
Phoenix, AZ
Main Campus:
4210 East Washington StreetPhoenix, AZ 85034 (Get Directions)
Phone: (855) 232-1669
Hours of Operation
- Mon-Thu:8AM to 8PM
- Fri:8AM to 4 PM
- Sat:9AM to 1PM
- Sun:CLOSED
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Message from the Campus President
Welcome to The Refrigeration School (RSI)!
We’re proud to celebrate 60 years of training skilled trades professionals right here in Arizona. Since opening our doors in 1964, RSI has been dedicated to empowering individuals with the education and training they need to secure in-demand careers and create brighter futures for themselves and their families. With programs in HVAC/Refrigeration (residential and commercial), Electrical, and Welding, all of which can be completed in under a year—some in as few as 6 or 7 months—we are committed to helping our students launch rewarding careers in the skilled trades.
At RSI, we don’t just teach technical skills; we’re deeply invested in the success of our students and our community. Our graduates are meeting the increasing demand(4) for skilled trades professionals, not just in Arizona but across 40 states nationwide(ii). We proudly collaborate with many organizations, associations and employers that provide on-campus resources, supplies and career opportunities. Additionally, we are honored to work alongside Indigenous populations and other underserved communities to ensure access to quality education and training that empowers individuals to become self-sustaining members of society.
Our Phoenix campus is more than just a school—it’s a thriving community of passionate faculty, dedicated staff, and ambitious students. From the moment you step onto our campus, you’ll find a supportive environment designed to help you succeed. Our dedicated faculty and outstanding Career Services team is here to assist graduates in identifying relevant career opportunities, while our Student Financial Servies department helps students navigate the resources available to them. We understand the challenges our students face and strive to provide an educational experience that sets them up for success, both academically and professionally.
As Campus President, I’m incredibly proud of our role in shaping the future of skilled trades professionals and contributing to Arizona’s growth and infrastructure needs. My door is always open—whether you’re a prospective student, a community partner, or just curious about what RSI has to offer, I invite you to stop by for a campus tour and say hello. We’d love to show you what makes RSI such a special place to learn, grow, and prepare for a rewarding career.
Thank you for considering RSI as your partner in education. We look forward to welcoming you into our community and helping you achieve your career goals to become a skilled trades professional.
Warm regards,
David Eaker
Campus President
The Refrigeration School (RSI)
Ready to Enroll?
Take the next tep toward an exciting career! The RSI team is here to help you through every step of the process. Contact us for more information and schedule a personalized tour of our campus with an Admissions Representative. For out-of-state students, we have a virtual tour of our campus you can view.
Are YOU ready to change your life? Listen to these graduates who changed theirs.
We all come from different walks of life, and different circumstances, but it’s the hard work we do and the blood sweat and tears put in to make us who we are today.
The Refrigeration School and Tulsa Welding School (Part of the StrataTech Education Group Family of Schools) gave these graduates the structure, confidence, and guidance they needed to make a difference in their lives. It only takes one decision to start the journey on a path towards a better career. A better Life.
Hear the stories of these graduates and how they changed their life:
Michael Gabhart
From hitting rock bottom to owning his own business, Michael was able to take control of his life and be the hero his community needed. RSI was able to guide him on the path to success - Hear his story on how RSI changed his life.
David Mclean
With so many options in front of him and no clear path ahead, David chose to invest in his life and make the decision to enroll at a trade school. TWS gave him the opportunities to be the best version of himself he could be. Professional Welding Graduate from our TWS Jacksonville Campus (Part of the StrataTech Education Group Family of Schools) - Hear his story on how TWS changed his life.
Cody Hudgens
Not basing his chances on luck, Cody took the opportunity of becoming a welder in his own hands after serving in the United States Marine Corps. TWS gave him the knowledge and skills he needed to take his passion to the next level. Professional Welding Graduate from our TWS Tulsa Campus (Part of the StrataTech Education Group Family of Schools) - Hear his story on how TWS changed his life.
