SLI’s Online Training Program, is a highly interactive and innovative approach to solar training that combines comprehensive, professional curriculum with the best practices in online learning. Now you can get the same high quality professional PV training that the Solar Living Institute is noted for through this convenient and lower cost new medium.

Whether your career track is management, installation, finance, sales, marketing, customer service or administrative support, our Online Solar Training Program provides a solid foundation to build or jump-start your solar industry career.

All SLI Online Solar Courses feature interactive, scenario-based learning modules based on clear learning objectives.

In addition, they also include:

Most up-to-date solar industry information – based on NABCEP & ISPQ industry standards
Discussion forums, chat room, and popular social media - network with fellow students
Work at a time and place convenient to you; complete the course in the time allotted or apply for an extension.
Reference and review access for 12 months
Questions answered quickly by expert instructors through email
Compatibility with virtually all computers, operating systems and most popular browsers
Continuous enrollment; Register and Start Today

Is Online Solar Training Right for you? Although you are the only one to answer this question, online learning is the fastest growing training format used by corporations, government and educational institutions world-wide and is particularly suited to busy, self-directed, take-charge individuals who want to advance their careers.

If you looking for a career in an industry that is only going to get bigger than you need to check out solar. Growing government support, solid consumer interest, tax incentives and expanding worldwide corporate

Solar Living Institute's Online Solar Training Courses combine over fifteen years of practical experience in solar training with the best practices of online learning from the leader online training.

Convenient - Study where you want and when you want; take up to 12 months to complete
Cost Effective – no travel expenses; no time away from work or family; competitively priced
Environmentally Friendly – no travel lowers your carbon footprint
Interactive – expand your network with classmates from around the world through discussions and chats; maintain connections via Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and other social media networks
Accredited – recognized by the Institute for Sustainable Power Quality (ISPQ) as incorporating the best practices in online learning into a professional training curriculum

SLI's Online Solar PV Design & Installation training is accredited by the Institute for Sustainable Power Quality (ISPQ). In addition, online learners in the US and Canada can take the examination, offered by the North American Board of Certified Energy Professionals (NABCEP), an important entry-level credential for the solar industry.

The new Solar PV Sales courses were developed to meet NABCEP’s task analysis for PV technical sales professionals. The courses qualify for continuing education hours necessary for NABCEP Installer recertification.

"Spring Training" Course List

Here are the downloadable Solar Training and Sustainable Living Class series for Spring 2012. Remember, sign up for 3 or more classes at once, and receive a 15% discount; use discount code 3ormore. We hope you can join us and we look forward to seeing you at the Solar Living Center.

New Solar PV Equip for Sale

FOR SALE: Get an unprecedented deal on an Outback Power SRE3000 while helping the SLI raise funds to upgrade the solar trailer!!! This true sine wave 3kW grid-tie solar PV inverter with battery-backup (batteries not included) and generator control sells for $5878, but can be yours for $4878 which will go directly to an awesome facility improvement! Nearly 20% off retail! 120Vac output, battery charge control, genset control, ultra-fast AC transfer switch (16 miliseconds) keep loads continuously operational in event of grid outage! 3kW continuous power output with momentary peak loads up to 5kW (5 seconds, 4kW for 30 minutes). UL 1741 & IEEE 1547 compliant. When the grid goes down, so do almost all residential solar systems, but not with this inverter! Click here for additional specs and hurry before it goes!

Call Karen at 707.472.2456 for further details.

2012 Course Calendar Now Available

The new 2012 Solar Living Institute Course Calendar is available. Simply click here to download a PDF copy of our classes from January - June 2012 (and beyond).

Please Support the SLI

The SLI provides important solar and sustainable living training and education classes for youth and adults, including K-12 educational tours of our 12 acre demonstration site, solar job training classes for adults nationally and internationally, and being involved in vital environmental outreach to build a greener future for everyone. Please support this work with your contribution for a greener, sustainable planet!

Welcome to the Solar Living Institute

The Solar Living Institute (SLI) is a 501 (c)(3) educational non-profit specializing in solar training and sustainable education classes. SLI's solar training and sustainable living courses are taught by experienced practitioners who bring years of real-world knowledge to the classroom with a focus on helping students prepare for jobs, start businesses and live more sustainably.