Become a macs 609 proctor/trainer

Are you interested in teaching the MACS Section 609 Certification program? Then you’re in the right place!

Teaching the MACS Section 609 Certification Program

Section 609 of the US Clean Air Act requires that technicians working on vehicle air conditioning systems be trained, tested and certified by an approved organization.

MACS understands that trained technicians are the key to a cleaner atmosphere and conservation of refrigerant. Our technician training and certification program teaches correct service procedures, proper use of recovery and recycling equipment and safe refrigerant handling.

Our Programs

The MACS Section 609 Certification program is available to students in three formats:

• Online through our website https://macsmobileairclimate.org
• Through the mail, as a self-study program
• On-site, in a class taught by an approved MACS proctor/trainer

The Class

• The MACS classroom training program consists of a slide presentation, and a 25-question closed-book test. Students receive and use the MACS certification training manual during the class.
• After teaching the class, the trainer administers (proctors) the written test, collects the answer sheets and forwards them to MACS for processing and entry into the database.
• A certification fee for each test must be sent to MACS when tests are submitted for scoring. A student who passes the test will receive a certificate and a laminated wallet card for proof of certification according to Section 609.
• Retests are not free – students who do not pass the test will be notified and instructed how to purchase a retest.

How to become a MACS Section 609 Proctor/Trainer

• Join MACS as a member!
  • Participating in the MACS Section 609 program as a proctor/trainer is a MACS member benefit, which is limited to active members only.
  • Individual, Educational, Service, Manufacturer and Affiliate members qualify to join the MACS proctor/trainer program.
  • You must be a current member in good standing.
• You must currently be Section 609 certified by MACS to administer the test. If you have a current MACS 609 certification (not more than 3 years old), you may apply to become a proctor/trainer.
  • If you are not currently certified, a complimentary test is included with the proctor kit and must be completed within 30 days.
• You must remain an active trainer to maintain your Proctor/Trainer status.
  • You must teach a class at least once within a two year period.
• Carefully read the MACS Proctor/Trainer guidelines.
• Complete the Proctor/Trainer application and sign the agreement.
• Be sure to include your MACS Section 609 certification number on the application. (You must hold certification since 2015 through MACS to become a proctor/trainer.) If you are not already certified through the MACS program since 2015, we will provide a complimentary certification test after receiving your completed application; simply check the appropriate box on the application.
• Proctor kit must be purchased. This can be completed here.
• Estimate the number of tests you think you’ll need for your first class and include the estimate on your application. MACS will send tests and training manuals as soon as you are approved as a trainer, but you do not pay until the tests are given to students and returned for scoring.

MACS Proctor/Trainer Guidelines

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MACS Proctor/Trainer Application

Click the button below to complete the proctor/trainer application.

Thank you for your interest in the MACS 609 Proctor/Trainer program. For more information, please contact us at info@macsmobileairclimate.org