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Career Area: Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Pathway Certificate
Program Number: 61-481-5
Approximately 1 Year to Complete
This is based on full-time enrollment. Actual time to completion may vary based on the availability of courses a college offers and the number of credits the student takes in any given time period.
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Wisconsin Technical College Solar Installation Technician Programs

Solar energy is a growing industry in western Wisconsin. The Solar Installation Technician certificate is designed to address the needs of regional utility power suppliers that offer renewable energy options, as well as private companies that provide solar solutions for residential, commercial, non-profit, and government sectors.

Western has several solar panel systems that not only provide power to buildings, but offer the perfect, real-life training opportunity.

This certificate is a pathway into the Building Science and Energy Management associate’s degree, which can lead to career advancement opportunities.

Solar Installation Technician Pathway Certificate Program Transfers Offered completely online Shared Certificate
Southwest Solar Installation Technician at Southwest
Western Solar Installation Technician at Western

Wisconsin Technical College System

The Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) offers more than 500 programs awarding two-year associate degrees, one- and two-year technical diplomas, short-term technical diplomas, certificates and related education for apprenticeships. The System is the major provider of customized instruction and technical assistance for Wisconsin employers. With more than 287,000 people enrolling in a technical college each year, it is the largest higher education system in the state.

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