There are many ways to become a PV system installer, but some are certainly better than others. Regardless of the path you choose, you’ll eventually want to work towards National Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) certification.  The NABCEP is the highest level of certification available in the United States.

Benefits of NABCEP Certification for Installers and Consumers

For installers:

• Identifies installers as professionals, instilling consumer confidence in their work
• Validates extra resources spent on training and gaining experience
• Allows for installer mobility as the market moves from state to state
• Allows installers to distinguish their skills and experience in the field

For consumers:

• Provides a means to identify qualified installers, promoting confidence in the work performed
• Preserves consumer choice, maintaining access to both certified and uncertified installers (more…)