96546 - Solar Panel Installer Training - Online
Course Overview
Within the comprehensive curriculum of this solar installation course, you will cover various solar PV installation and system design aspects, including the step-by-step process of installing solar panels and how to ensure proper placement for optimal energy production. You will also cover the installation and integration of essential balance-of-system components, including inverters, charge controllers, and battery banks.
A thorough understanding of both grid-tied and off-grid systems will enable you to confidently design and install solar PV systems that meet specific needs and requirements. Throughout the course, you can access interactive modules, instructional videos, and real-world solar installation training case studies to enhance your understanding of the concepts and principles.
By the end of the solar installation course, you will have acquired the necessary skills and knowledge to install solar panels and design efficient solar PV systems. You will be well-versed in industry best practices, safety protocols, and relevant codes and standards and pursue careers as solar PV installers, system designers, or technicians.
What You'll Learn
- Understand all the components of a solar panel system, including solar panels, inverters, and batteries, and how they work together to generate electricity
- Discover various installation techniques, such as attaching solar modules to the roof, wiring, installing electrical components, and evaluating the performance of the finished product, as well as your troubleshooting skills
- How to make safety protocols and equipment your top priority when setting up a solar energy system, such as protective gear and grounding equipment
- Troubleshooting the solar energy system to verify it is working efficiently and effectively, such as testing the system and making necessary adjustments to optimize the system's performance
This course is offered in partnership with ed2go Online Education.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will receive a certificate of completion from Everblue. Although Everblue's certification differs from the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners® (NABCEP®), this course satisfies the educational requirement for certain NABCEP certification pathways.
This course is not designed to lead directly to state licensure as a solar installer in New Mexico. Solar photovoltaic installation work in New Mexico may require licensure, registration, or supervision under appropriately licensed electrical or contractor professionals, depending on the scope of work performed. Completion of this course alone does not qualify a student for state licensure or certification.
Students intending to work outside New Mexico should contact the appropriate state licensing authority to determine whether this course meets educational requirements and whether additional education, work experience, examinations, registrations, certifications, or licenses may be required.
NABCEP certification is a voluntary industry credential and is not a substitute for any state-required contractor or electrical license.
For more information regarding licensing requirements in New Mexico, please visit the New Mexico Construction Industries Division.
To prepare for the NABCEP certification exam, students may enroll in the NABCEP Certification – PV Installation Professional course, which includes Solar Panel Installer Training, Solar Energy Training content, OSHA 10 training, and dedicated exam preparation.