Solar Training & Renewable Energy Workshops

Solar Energy International believes that people learn by doing. SEI's Renewable Energy Education Program offers a full spectrum of online courses and hands-on workshops in locations around the world.  From solar electric training to wind power education, learn to design, build and maintain renewable energy systems and energy-efficient, sustainable homes. Browse workshop categories below or view a calendar of solar training and renewable energy education workshops and online courses.

SEI's Solar Professionals Certificate Program goes beyond a "certification test prep" format of training and takes participants to a higher level of educational experience to truly prepare them for the solar industry and a career. Click here to view training progressions, pricing and further information on this program.

• Solar Training (Electric)
  For people wanting to change careers, PV installers or designers, and homeowners, SEI has a solar training workshop for everyone.
  Click here or watch the video on the right to learn more about SEI's Solar Professionals Certificate Program.
• Solar Training (Thermal)
  Become a part of the burgeoning solar hot water and radiant heating industry or design a system for your own home.
• Wind Training
  Learn how to design, install, troubleshoot, and maintain residential wind power systems.
• Micro Hydro Training
  Learn how to design and install a fully functional micro-hydro system.
• International Rural Development
  Learn how to help improve the quality of life for people in the developing world, or in lesser developed areas of industrialized nations.
• K-12 Professional Development
  For teachers and educators who want to learn how to implement renewable energy curriculum into their classroom.
• Cursos en español
  Los cursos que ofrecemos en el idioma español.

Workshop Atmosphere
We try our best to make your experience rewarding, safe and enjoyable. Classes sizes are small. Unless otherwise noted, all workshops are taught in English. People from different cultures attend our workshops, and we expect that all participants will be treated with equal respect.

Workshop Materials
The fee for each workshop includes all course materials. You will receive a workshop notebook, and in some cases, an additional textbook upon your arrival.  Online course materials (if applicable) will be shipped to you at no additional cost.

Class Times
Workshops generally run from approximately 9:00 am to 5:00 pm each day of class.  Please plan to arrive at the classroom no later than 8:45 on the first day so that the instructors can check you into the class. Lunch will be from approximately noon - 1pm each day, in addition to a short morning and afternoon break. Feel free to bring snacks and beverages. Online courses are accessible at any time of day during the scheduled course dates.

Workshop Policies - Click here for more information.