40-Hour NABCEP PV Associate Certification Training
and Pathway to Solar Installation Professional
Provided by:
Smart North America, Inc.
OPTIONS TO PAY: AT ONCE OR IN 4 INSTALLMENTS OVER 6 WEEKS AT CHECKOUT THROUGH AFTEPAY
The Course is taught by Ruth Page-Nelson, Trainer, Master Electrician and Solar Installer, Trained under Jim Dunlop,Author, Photovoltaic Systems
🌞 A Growing Industry. A Real Opportunity.
The solar industry is expanding across farms, rural properties, commercial facilities, and distributed energy systems nationwide.
If you are a:
• Farmer
• Landowner
• Electrician
• Skilled trades professional
• Technical learner
• Workforce development participant
• Career changer
This program is designed for you.
The NABCEP PV Associate credential is recognized nationally and worldwide as the foundational certification for photovoltaic professionals.
This course is not just exam preparation.
It is your Pathway to Solar Installation Professional, (moe information below)
Why This Credential Matters
The North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) sets the global benchmark for solar certification.
The PV Associate credential demonstrates verified knowledge in:
Solar resource fundamentals
Electrical safety and theory
Photovoltaic modules and system components
Inverters and energy storage
NEC-compliant installation principles
Safe work practices
System sizing and performance fundamentals
Employers, EPC firms, agricultural operations, and renewable energy developers recognize NABCEP as the industry standard.
Designed for Farmers & Technical Professionals
This program equips farmers and technically skilled individuals to:
✔ Understand how solar works on agricultural properties
✔ Evaluate solar for irrigation, barns, storage facilities, and equipment
✔ Implement safe solar installations
✔ Communicate effectively with installers and inspectors
✔ Begin a pathway toward becoming a professional solar installer
Participants will gain both conceptual understanding and practical safety awareness necessary to work confidently on solar projects.
40-Hour Two-Part Professional Training Series
Part I – Solar Foundations & Safety (20 Hours)
Solar energy fundamentals
Electrical theory (Ohm’s Law, watts, amps, voltage)
PV modules and array configurations
Batteries and storage basics
Inverter technologies
OSHA-aligned safety awareness
Working safely around energized systems
Part II – System Design, Code & Exam Preparation (20 Hours)
NEC requirements for photovoltaic systems
Grounding and rapid shutdown
Wire sizing and voltage drop
Load calculations and system sizing
Agricultural and rural applications
Commissioning and troubleshooting basics
Structured exam preparation
Completion of all 40 instructional hours is required for qualification submission.
Exam Qualification & Registration
Upon successful completion:
Smart North America verifies attendance and competency.
We enter you into the NABCEP database as qualified.
You receive confirmation of eligibility.
We assist you with registering for the NABCEP PV Associate exam.
Students may register only after qualification is submitted and confirmed.
Exam fees are separate unless otherwise stated.
⚠️ Limited Enrollment – Reserve Your Seat
Due to hands-on instruction and technical review components, class size is limited.
Refund Deadlines:
• Full refund minus $50 processing fee available through March 18, 2026
• 75% refund (25% cancellation fee) available through April 4, 2026
• No refunds within 14 days of scheduled class start date
Once seats are filled, enrollment closes.
Refund Policy (Visa, MasterCard & American Express Compliant)
Smart North America adheres strictly to Visa, MasterCard, and American Express consumer protection standards.
Refund requests must:
• Be submitted in writing
• Be emailed to info@smartnorthamerica.com
• Meet the published deadline requirements
Refunds will be issued in the original form of payment.
Processing time varies by card issuer.
Students unable to attend due to unforeseen circumstances may request transfer to a future session when space is available and written approval is granted.
Customers are encouraged to contact Smart North America directly to resolve concerns prior to initiating a chargeback.
Privacy Policy
Smart North America collects only information necessary to:
Process enrollment
Submit qualification to NABCEP
Assist with exam registration
Communicate course materials
Payments are processed securely through PCI-compliant merchant systems via Square.
We do not store full credit card information.
Personal information is not sold or shared except as required for certification processing or legal compliance.
ADA Compliance Statement
Smart North America is committed to equal access and inclusion consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with documented disabilities.
Accommodation requests must be submitted in writing at least 14 days prior to course start by emailing:
We will engage in an interactive process to determine appropriate accommodations while maintaining essential program standards.
Student Agreement & Acknowledgment
By enrolling, the student agrees:
Completion of all 40 instructional hours is required for qualification submission.
Attendance and participation are mandatory.
Exam fees are separate unless otherwise stated.
Refunds are governed strictly by the published refund schedule.
Enrollment confirms agreement to all policies listed.
Qualification submission does not guarantee exam passage.
Smart North America reserves the right to reschedule or cancel sessions if necessary.
NOTE: Payment of registration acknowledges that student agrees with the above policies.
Merchant Policy Summary
• Secure payment processing through Square
• Refunds issued only to original payment method
• Refunds processed per stated policy deadlines
• Documentation maintained in accordance with Visa, MasterCard, and American Express requirements
• Customers encouraged to seek direct resolution before chargeback filing
PAYMENT OPTIONS: PAY AT ONCE OR IN 4 INSTALLMENTS AT CHECKOUT THROUGH AFTEPAY.
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Contact Information
Smart North America, Inc.
Phone: 334-890-8228
Email: info@smartnorthamerica.com
For enrollment, ADA accommodation, refund requests, or exam qualification assistance, contact us directly.
