Start here for a career in solar.
Training Dates
Our solar career program
We want our graduates to have the technical and life skills for success in the clean energy economy. Here's what we cover in our 13 week, 450 hour program:
Life Skills
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How to empower yourself and build a career
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How to land a job and keep it
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Effective communication with employers and team members
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How to understand and manage your finances
Solar Skills
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How solar energy works
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Worksite assessments
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Design of rooftop solar systems
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Solar installation and inspection
Workplace Safety
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How to use personal protective equipment
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Creating and maintaining a safe working space for yourself and others
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Make a emergency action plans
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Safe material handling
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Certification conferred: OSHA 30
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Solar Bootcamp
The fun part: assemble a solar array and hook it up.
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All trainees will prep for and take the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) PV Entry Level Exam.
Construction Skills
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Power and hand tools, and how to use them
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Math you can use for construction jobs
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Understanding construction drawings
Who can apply?
Anyone can sign up for the SHINE training program as long as they are physically able to lift 50 pounds and climb a ladder.
No prior solar experience or degrees required. And you don’t need to own power tools or construction gear to get started.
Preference will be given to applicants who:
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Live in Roxbury, Dorchester, Mattapan or Hyde Park
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Speak fluent English
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Have a total household income of less than $77,000