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Overview of Technical Solar PV Training at Solar Energy International (SEI)
If you are looking for the very best technical training that offers the most rigorous theory based and hands-on training in the solar industry - SEI is the best school in the world! This video with Kris Sutton from SEI goes over the training experience you will get while attending our industry recognized training program. We hope to see you in a class soon! View our training schedule: http://www.solarenergy.org/training-schedule/ -
Learn from the Best: Meet the Solar Professionals Behind SEI's Solar Training Program
View our training schedule at: www.solarenergy.org/training-schedule
Since 1991, Solar Energy International has been dedicated to providing hands-on and online solar training and renewable energy education. At Solar Energy International, it’s our people who make the difference. With 10 IREC certified trainers and 37 NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installers — more than any other solar training organization — SEI’s experienced solar training team is on the forefront of renewable energy education.
With over 400 years of combined experience, the SEI cadre of instructors is the most knowledgeable and experienced instructional team in the renewable energy sector. It doesn’t matter if you are taking your training through SEI’s Online Campus or in our hands-on lab facility, our expert instructors are here to answer all your questions and serve as mentors. -
Your solar energy training vacation awaits at SEI's campus in Western Colorado
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If you are looking for the very best technical training that offers the most rigorous theory based and hands-on training in the solar industry - SEI is the best school in the world! This video features highlights from our campus in Paonia, Colorado, and gives you a sense of the training experience you will get while attending our industry recognized solar training program. We hope to see you in a class soon! Check out our class schedule and sign up today: https://www.solarenergy.org/training-schedule/ -
SEI's Solar Training Program: Envisioning a World Powered by Renewable Energy
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What Makes SEI's Solar Training Curriculum the Best?
All solar training is the same - right? All training providers including for-profit schools and community colleges teach from the same curriculum basically - so what is the difference - right? Watch this video to get a better understanding of what goes into SEI's non-profit efforts to create and delivery the most peer reviewed and up-to-date curriculum in the entire solar industry!
Experience the SEI difference and see why over 45,000 students and alumni have chosen our non-profit technical training school to help them reach and exceed their renewable energy training goals. View training schedule: http://www.solarenergy.org/training-schedule/ -
SEI ONLINE CAMPUS OVERVIEW
SEI's Online Campus is the best way for busy solar professionals and people wanting to get into the solar career field to take their technical training. With over 45,000 alumni worldwide - the SEI Online Campus allows our non-profit school to reach thousands of people every year creating the world's largest online learning community in the renewable energy sector. Join us today by enrolling at: http://www.solarenergy.org/training-schedule -
SEI Women in Solar
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Solar Energy International (SEI) Active Duty and Veterans Military Career Transition Program
Solar Energy International’s (SEI) Solar Professionals Certificate Program (SPCP) is authorized to accept Veterans Education Benefits for qualified candidates and offer outreach programs for veterans and active duty military personnel. We proudly offer educational opportunities to military members, their families, and veterans.
Additionally, SEI was selected as the lead training provider during the pilot program for the Department of Energy’s Sunshot Initiative Solar Ready Vets program. SEI continues to support Solar Ready Vets as an advising and training partner to the program.
Approved for Veterans Benefits by the Colorado State Approving Agency, SEI is authorized to offer eligible veterans the ability to use their education benefits towards our in-person classroom and hands-on lab training through SEI’s Solar Professionals Certificate Program (SPCP).
As an organization, SEI believes in the opportunities that renewable energy can afford our country, such as energy independence and sustainable use of our country’s natural resources. With that in mind, we also honor those who have served our country and who are choosing to follow up their military service with a new kind of service; service in the renewable energy sector. -
SEI Solar Training and Solar Professionals Certificate Program Overview Video
Video overview of SEI's Solar Training and Solar Professionals Certificate Program Overview Video. Visit www.solarenergy.org for more info! -
Solar Energy International (SEI) Launches New Online Learning Platform for Solar PV Training
If you want to get the very best technical training in the solar industry - your road to success starts with SEI's Online Campus. All of our hands-on labs require prerequisite coursework so this online learning platform offers the most flexible opportunity to get the knowledge you need to be successful in deploying renewable energy technologies. Make sure to check out our instructor led, interactive, online courses as well as our short topic based Continuing Education online courses. -
The SEI Alumni Family Tree - Over 50,000 Students Worldwide
Close your eyes and envision a world powered by renewable energy.
Now open them and let me show how this vision can be a reality.
There is a renewable energy training school in Western Colorado who’s alumni family tree has grown to over 50,000 students from all over the world.
The roots and branches of this alumni family tree run deep and wide. Much like a seed that falls from a tree, graduates of this training program spread all over this great planet to plant the seed of renewable energy adoption.
But there is more work to be done to make this vision of a world powered by renewable energy a reality.
The world needs you.
The world needs technical experts with the knowledge, drive, and passion to integrate clean energy technologies all over the world.
The reasons we need to make this vision a reality are many. To protect the environment - bring clean energy to those who are in need - establish energy independence - to make sound financial investments - and to create jobs.
No matter the reason - Solar Energy International has a seat for you in their classrooms.
Join the largest Renewable Energy Alumni Network in the world and enroll today with Solar Energy International.
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Renewable Energy training and professional consulting services for Latin America and Spanish speaking solar professionals all over the world.
Get a preview of SEI’s Online Campus and learn the basic concepts behind the leading renewable energy technologies used throughout the world.
The NABCEP PV Associate Program, formerly known as the NABCEP PV Entry Level Program, is designed for those individuals wanting to get into the solar field.
Technical solar training doesn’t have to be in a boring classroom or conference venue. SEI’s training facility in the Colorado Rocky Mountains will change your life!
News from Solar Energy International (SEI)
SEI Staff Stories: Roger Williams reflects on journey from SEI student to instructing PV201L
Check out this guest post written by SEI Instructor and PV Curriculum Developer Roger Williams: I quietly began my solar career (no, adventure!) in 2002, about 6 months after September 11th, 2001. That incident opened my eyes to a larger world – one in which we are all connected. Personally, I thought our reliance on […]
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Solar Energy Trade Shows, LLC (SETS) Selects Solar Energy International (SEI) as Exclusive Conference Training Provider
Alexandria, VA (October 1, 2019) – Solar Energy Trade Shows, LLC (SETS), the team behind SPI, ESI, and North America Smart Energy Week, announced a new expanded partnership with Solar Energy International (SEI) to implement installer training content across select events within the Solar Power Events portfolio. As the solar industry is expanding, so too […]
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Instructor Highlight: Why We Love PV201L with SEI Instructor and Curriculum Developer Karo Fernandez
By Karo Fernandez, SEI Instructor for PV201L and Curriculum Developer. PV201L… is where I get inspired I have been teaching for Solar Energy International (SEI) for six years. Every experience I have had as an instructor, especially through hands-on installation classes, has been rewarding. There´s always an opportunity for growth, in many different aspects of […]
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Solar Energy International (SEI) awarded grant from the Western Colorado Community Foundation for sustainability upgrades on campus
The $5k prize will go toward a greener educational experience at SEI’s Paonia headquarters Paonia, CO– Solar Energy International (SEI) was chosen as a recipient of Western Colorado Community Foundation (WCCF)’s 2019 Environment grant, and the $5,000 will be put toward “reduce, reuse and recycle” efforts in their Paonia-based industry-leading lab yard. SEI is one […]
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THINGS TO DO AFTER SOLAR PV INSTALLER TRAINING CLASS
Experience the very best in renewable energy training in the beautiful Rocky Mountains. Professional development and a vacation of a lifetime all in one trip!
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Whether you're looking for a quick adventure after class or a longer adventure on the weekends, Paonia is surrounded by BLM land, National Forests, and the West Wilderness. Rent a…![Festivals of Fun]()
For a little town, Paonia sure does like to party! Cherry days is our small town at its finest. It's complete with a parade, bull-riding, and a carnival in the…![The Farms]()
On your way to SEI, you'll pass by acres and acres of orchards. Paonia is known for its organic fruit...cherries, apricots, peaches, nectarines, pears, apples. Go peach picking once and…![Not to be missed! Black Canyon of the Gunnison]()
Big enough to be overwhelming, still intimate enough to feel the pulse of time, Black Canyon of the Gunnison exposes you to some of the steepest cliffs, oldest rock, and…![Get Your Art On]()
The North Fork Valley (Paonia, Hotchkiss and Crawford) is designated as a creative district by the state of Colorado. The valley is home to many artists, performers, writers, musicians, theaters,…![River Sports]()
Plan on staying an extra day or two to take advantage of the rafting and fly fishing on the North Fork of the Gunnison River. Our river was designated as…![Local Drinks]()
Revolution Brewery (the Rev) is a favorite hang-out spot for locals, staff, instructors, and students. If you like beer, check out the SEIPA (named for your favorite PV training organization),…![Local Eats]()
For being a small town, Paonia has some great restaurants that meet any budget. The flying fork is known for high-end italian food. Take advantage of Paonia's perfect summertime evening…![Hot Springs]()
There is nothing more relaxing than soaking in natural hot springs bubbling up from the ground while surrounded by some of the most majestic mountain views in the world. Here…![Nationally Award-Winning Wineries]()
Paonia is home to highest altitude commercial wineries and vineyards in the world! After class, may we suggest visiting Azura Cellars for wine tasting while enjoying an epic view from…
