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Solar Installer Accelerator

The Solar Installer Accelerator is a training programme designed to accelerate the number of locally based businesses entering and benefiting from the UK's growing solar market.

The next Solar Installer Accelerator will take place on 3-7 February 2025 in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. Developed by Green Economy, MCS Certified and local partners, the course will provide qualified electricians with the skills and knowledge to enter the renewable energy market and run a thriving, solar installation business

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Course contents and eligibility requirements

Contents
Eligibility

The programme provides:

Qualification in Solar PV and Battery
MCS Certification for 1 x product
Business growth advice from Green Economy consultants
Access to industry experts including

The course is open to any business or sole traders meeting the following requirements:

Have a registered and/or trading address in West Yorkshire Combined Authority.
Be a qualified and competent electrician (18th edition)
Not currently operating in the domestic solar PV market.
Available and committed to attend the full 5-day course (3rd-7th February 2025 in Normanton)
Willing to complete all required paperwork including initial registration and final evaluation.

Training

3-7 February 2025, Wakefield

Solar Installer Accelerator

Book your free place on our next training course, taking place in Wakefield. Eligibility and booking requirements must be agreed to on booking.

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