Solar PV Installation and Advanced Maintenance
Advance your career with renewable energy microcredentials.
Tuition funded - only pay a $200 application fee
Thanks to Upskill Canada, Palette Skills and the Government of Canada, your training is fully funded for a limited time, so you’ll only need to pay a small application fee of $200 once accepted.
Overview
This program offers 2 pathways, tailored to your experience and career goals, with targeted microcredential courses to help individuals and employers upskill in solar energy. The first pathway is ideal for skilled trades professionals, such as home builders, carpenters or general contractors, with at least 3 years of work experience. The second pathway is designed for Red Seal electricians who want to expand their expertise in solar.
Participants benefit from accelerated, hands-on training through real-world solar installations. Upon completion, they earn a recognized microcredential from NSCC. The curriculum is developed with direct input from industry experts to ensure it meets employer needs. Both pathways are delivered through a combination of online and in-person learning. Registration is open now—secure your spot today.
Pathway 1: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems and Installation Microcredential
Ideal for skilled trades professionals looking to expand into solar PV installation. This program helps you prepare for roles such as a Solar Energy Technician or a Sustainable Construction Supervisor. It includes 3 microcredential courses focused on solar PV systems and panel installation.
Upcoming offerings:
- October 20 to November 30, 2025
- January to February 2026
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By the end of this course, you’ll be able to understand renewable energy fundamentals and describe the key technologies in solar, wind, hydro and geothermal energy, along with their benefits and challenges.
Delivered online asynchronously, this 15-hour course allows you to study at your own pace over 2 weeks.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to explain how solar PV systems generate power, identify different equipment types and understand factors affecting performance.
Delivered online asynchronously, this 15-hour course allows you to study at your own pace over 2 weeks.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to install solar PV systems by following system documentation to set up racking, mount PV modules, and apply key safety practices such as PPE use, fall protection, and proper wiring management.
Begins with online delivery, followed by 4 days of in-person training.
Pathway 2: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems, Installation, Connections, and Maintenance Microcredential
Designed specifically for Red Seal electricians seeking to deepen their expertise in solar energy. It includes 5 microcredential courses covering solar PV systems, installation, electrical connections and maintenance.
Upcoming offerings:
- January to March 2026
Explore courses and delivery format
Click below to view course outcomes.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to understand renewable energy fundamentals and describe the key technologies in solar, wind, hydro and geothermal energy, along with their benefits and challenges.
Delivered online asynchronously, this 15-hour course allows you to study at your own pace over 2 weeks.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to explain how solar PV systems generate power, identify different equipment types and understand factors affecting performance.
Delivered online asynchronously, this 15-hour course allows you to study at your own pace over 2 weeks.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to install solar PV systems by following system documentation to set up racking, mount PV modules, and apply key safety practices such as PPE use, fall protection, and proper wiring management.
Begins with online delivery, followed by 4 days of in-person training.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to diagnose and resolve solar PV system performance issues, conduct routine maintenance, and apply advanced safety protocols such as lock-out/tag-out procedures and safe tool use.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to perform electrical connections for utility-interactive (grid-tied) solar PV systems, ensuring regulatory compliance and conducting quality checks.
Admission requirements
Before registering, please make sure you meet the following criteria. If you are unsure, contact .
- Current certificate for WHMIS
- Completed NS OHS
- Completed Fall Arrest
- Minimum of 3 years’ work or volunteer experience
- If applying for pathway 2, certified Red Seal Electrician
Funding partners
This program is funding by the Upskilling for the Innovation Economy initiative is a national program led by Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan), funded by Upskill Canada, powered by Palette Skills, and the Government of Canada. This initiative aims to bridge critical skills gaps in high-growth sectors by delivering targeted microcredentials that help mid-career workers gain in-demand skills.
