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Fast-Track Solar Certificate Training

With Fast-Track Solar Certificate Training, gain the knowledge and skills needed to work in an entry-level position in the solar industry. Our course is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the career pathways in the solar industry, photovoltaic systems, and safety procedures.

Success coaching, resume development, interviewing, test preparation, and more are included. Additional resources may be available for qualified applicants. This is a no-cost program for eligible participants.

6,594 Solar jobs
in the state

442 Solar companies are currently operating in New Jersey

12.8 Billion –
Value of the state
solar market

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What Jobs Can I Get?

This certificate prepares graduates for an entry-level position. For many people, this is just the first step on their path to a career in the renewable energy industry. View potential careers in this industry below:

Median Salary in NJ
$48,350

Assemble, install, or maintain solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on roofs or other structures in compliance with site assessment and schematics….

Median Salary in NJ
$99,720

Install or repair solar energy systems designed to collect, store, and circulate solar-heated water for residential, commercial or industrial use.

Median Salary in NJ
$87,290

Direct work crews installing residential or commercial solar photovoltaic or thermal systems.

Median Salary in NJ
$124,880

Contact new or existing customers to determine their solar equipment needs, suggest systems or equipment, or estimate costs.

In the News

Solar Workforce Program Spotlight: Passaic County Community College

When Passaic County Community College received a federal grant to launch a solar and renewable energy training program, they faced a challenge familiar to many workforce development initiatives: how do you build an effective program from scratch?

Three years later, the program has trained over 100 students through a blend of online learning, hands-on instruction, and employer partnerships – demonstrating that flexibility and community engagement are key to successful clean energy workforce development.

Contact Us

Questions? Email [email protected] or call 973-684-4683

The Northern New Jersey Post Pandemic Workforce Training Initiative is sponsored wholly by a $1.95 million dollar grant from the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (Federal Award Id. No. (FAIN): CP-39441-23-60-A-34).