The Florida Solar Energy Apprenticeship program instructional component is comprised of 4,000 hours of on-the-job training (OJT) and 293 hours of online and hands-on laboratory training, referred to as Related Technical Instruction (RTI). Employers are responsible for ensuring their employees take the OSHA 10 & OSHA 30 training. Proof of completion is required. Four separate courses contain multiple training modules that provide a comprehensive learning experience for the solar technician. Each course is on demand, allowing apprentices to move at their own pace. Quizzes and Further Study Topics are integrated into each module and allow for interaction with the instructors. Hands-on labs are held on the FSEC campus in Cocoa, Florida, and are led by solar energy experts and instructional personnel.
| Course Name | Training Module | Class Hours | Course Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| OSHA 10 & OSHA 30 | Employer responsibility | 40 | TBD |
| Solar Principles – FSEAP-1 | Safety in the Workplace* | 2 | $600 |
| Introduction to Solar Energy | 18 | ||
| Solar Energy Fundamentals | 40 | ||
| Solar Planning & Design – FSEAP-2 | Solar Energy Site Assessment | 16 | $560 |
| Solar Energy System Design | 40 | ||
| Solar Installation – FSEAP-3 | Solar Energy System Installation | 75 | $750 |
| Solar Commissioning, Operations & Maintenance – FSEAP-4 | Solar Energy Codes and Standards | 20 | $620 |
| Operation, Maintenance & Troubleshooting | 30 | ||
| Business Development, Solar Sales & Customer Service | 12 | ||
| TOTAL | 293 | $2,530 |