Solar training courses & certification pathways
Find the right course for your experience, career goals and certification
Let’s start by saying this: you don’t choose a course. You choose where you want your solar career to go.
Our training is built around structured learning paths that lead to recognised certifications and real career progression. Whether you’re entering the industry, working towards the PV GreenCard, or specialising in commercial projects, we’ll help you find the right starting point.
Three certifications. One learning journey.
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Roadmap to your qualification
These learning paths are suggestions on how to combine our training on your way to your qualification. We know that needs are sometimes more individual so read this as a guide when you need a point to start and to understand how our courses play together.
For newcomers
to become a GREEN PV Mounter
Industry standard
to become a PV GreenCard Installer
Advanced
to become a GREEN C&I PV Designer
More ways to specialise in solar
A certification is the beginning of your professional journey. When you have built the foundation our specialist courses help you keep growing as technology, regulations and customer expectations evolve.
All courses at a glance
Looking for the full picture? Here’s every course we offer, including accreditation and exam details. Proper accreditation is just as important as the actual training – we’ve accredited our solar courses with national and international institutions. Click here to read more about the accreditation of our trainings.
Use the Roadmap to your qualification above to see how each course fits into a learning journey.
Course overview
All our courses are endorsed by the German Solar Energy Society DGS, regional association of Thuringia. Additionally, selected courses have national professional accreditations.
| Course Name | Duration | Level | Accreditation | Certification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar 101 | 2 Days | Starter | DGS, GREEN | GREEN PV Mounter |
| PV Mounter | 2 Days | Starter | DGS, GREEN, ECSA SAIEE 2 CPD | GREEN PV Mounter |
| SuperSolarSchool | 5 Days | Intermediate | DGS, GREEN, SAPVIA, ECSA SAIEE 5 CPD | SAPVIA PV GreenCard |
| PV System O&M | 1 Day | Starter | DGS, GREEN | n/a |
| Commercial PV Design | 3 Days | Advanced | DGS, GREEN, ECSA SAIEE 3 CPD | GREEN C&I PV Designer |
| Compliance for PV Systems | 1 Day | Advanced | DGS, GREEN, ECSA SAIEE 1 CPD | n/a |
| Solar Sales Expert | 1 Day | Advanced | DGS, GREEN | n/a |
| Financing of PV Systems | 1 Day | Advanced | DGS, GREEN | n/a |
Compare certifications
| Level | Certification | Duration | Exam Type | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner | GREEN PV Mounter, accredited by the German Solar Energy Society (DGS) | Approx. 2 hours, online | Online exam | Attendance of SuperSolarSchool OR PV Mounter plus either Solar 101 or an eLearning course |
| Intermediate | SAPVIA PV GreenCard Accredited Installer | 2 Days, On-site | SAPVIA PV GreenCard Assessment | Attendance of SuperSolarSchool is recommended |
| Advanced | GREEN C&I PV Designer, accredited by the German Solar Energy Society (DGS) | Approx. 2 hours, online | Online exam | Attendance of Commercial PV Design course |
Hear from our Multi-Alumni
Before training with GREEN, most of my work was focused on domestic PV installations and rental systems. I already had practical experience in the field, but I realised there were gaps in my understanding of regulations, compliance and the legal responsibilities involved in PV installations.
I started with SuperSolarSchool and then undertook the PV GreenCard assessment. I followed this up with Commercial PV Design training and the advanced Compliance for PV Systems session. I’m now far more confident when dealing with clients, municipal officers and inspectors because I can reference the correct regulations and standards when discussing how systems should be installed.
I would especially recommend these courses to people who want to start their own solar businesses because the training covers far more than just installation. It gives you a much better understanding of the full professional and compliance side of the industry.
Chadwin Slack, Quality Assurance Specialist at GoSolr
Chadwin Slack, Quality Assurance Specialist at GoSolr
Solar training in a nutshell
GREEN Solar Academy offers structured solar training pathways rather than standalone courses.
The Beginner Path prepares newcomers through Solar 101 and PV Mounter training, leading to the GREEN PV Mounter certification. The Installer Path prepares technically qualified participants for the SAPVIA PV GreenCard Assessment through SuperSolarSchool and practical installation training.
The Specialist Path enables certified installers to progress into commercial PV design and achieve the GREEN C&I PV Design certification or gain special skills in compliance, operation and maintenance, and other advanced disciplines, leading to additional professional certifications such as the GREEN Commercial & Industrial Designer.
Participants may enter different paths depending on their technical background, experience and career goals.
Use the Roadmap to your qualification above to see how each course fits into a learning journey.
