In this episode of Accelerated HVAC Success, host Ben Middleton sits down with Dan Clapper of Interplay Learning to explore VR and simulation-based training, why some technicians are still hesitant to embrace it, and what can help them overcome that reluctance. Dan details the power of active learning over passive content consumption and explains how simulation training builds confidence by letting techs learn through hands-on practice without real-world risk. He also offers practical advice for techs who may feel unsure about stepping into VR for the first time.

Dan also highlights where he’s seen major successes, especially in heat pump training, and how Interplay’s simulations reinforce learning by teaching the underlying process rather than just isolated tasks. He shares how senior technicians are using VR modules as a teaching tool for newer techs and gives a first look at Interplay’s brand-new Commercial Rooftop simulation built exclusively for Daikin. The episode wraps with an overview of what’s inside Interplay’s extensive course library and how contractors can leverage it to upskill their teams faster and more effectively.