Career Details

PV Installation Professional

Description

The target candidate for NABCEP certification is the person responsible for the system installation (e.g., contractor, foreman, supervisor, or journeyman). The NABCEP PV Installer Certification is not intended to prevent qualified individuals from installing PV systems nor to replace state licensure requirements. It is meant to provide a set of national standards by which PV installers with skills and experience can distinguish themselves. Certification will provide an educational tool for consumers and may encourage increased financing and reduced insurance rates for PV projects. It will be available voluntarily to those PV installers who feel they will benefit from it.

Certifying Organization

North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 3 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

Certificates

Certificate name

Small Wind Installer Certification

Certifying Organization

North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

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Certifying Organization

North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

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Certifying Organization

National Fire Protection Association

Type

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