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Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System Installer

Course Description:

 

     The Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System Installer curriculum helps learners seeking careers as entry level or advanced solar PV installation technicians in this fast-growing field. This one-level curriculum is aligned with the North American Board of Energy Practitioners’ (NABCEP’s) educational standards for technicians.

Solar Photovoltaic Installer supports two unique training pathways and credentials for roof-mounted photovoltaic installers doing residential and commercial installations or ground-mounted installers at commercial or utility scale.

 

Completion of the first module prepares a learner for the NABCEP Photovoltaic Associate™ exam, an assessment that measures demonstrated knowledge of the fundamental principles of the application, design, installation and operation of photovoltaic systems.

Schedule:

 

January 9, 2025 - May 6, 2025

Tuesdays and Thursdays

6:00pm-10:00pm

 

176 Hours

In-Person and On-line (Blended) Program

Costs: Tuition $285.30 

Books and Supplies: 

  • Photovoltaics 57101 ISBN-13: 9780138185954 
  • (2023 Update) Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System Installer ISBN 978-0-13-257110-4

 

Last day to register and to pay: Monday, January 6, 2025

 

Credential:

NCCER: National Center for Construction Education and Research Solar Photovoltaic PV Installer

 

Register Here:

https://mcdowelltechconed.com/registration.

 

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Students registering for this course can apply for all the scholarships at the link below. Scholarships will be awarded based on financial need. Scholarship funds are limited and not everyone will be approved for a scholarship. 

 
Contact Tabitha Buff at 828-659-0465 or tmbuff54@go.mcdowelltech.edu with any questions regarding the scholarships.
 
Click the following link for more information about scholarships and to apply:
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