What are the most commonly recognized solar certifications? Which one is best for me?

The North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) is the industry gold standard for solar certifications and credentials. Many manufacturers, state licensing agencies and solar incentive programs require installers have some level of NABCEP credential.

NABCEP has two levels of PV Credential:

1. NABCEP PV Associate (PVA)
2. NABCEP Board Certifications:
   • PV Installation Professional (PVIP) Certification
   • PV Design Specialist (PVDS) Certification
   • PV Installer Specialist (PVIS) Certification
   • PV Commissioning & Maintenance Specialist (PVCMS) Certification
   • PV Technical Sales (PVTS) Certification
   • PV System Inspector (PVSI) Certification
   • Energy Storage Installation Professional (ESIP) Certification

Learn About NABCEP Credentials

Read more about each of these credentials on our NABCEP page or watch the video below to learn about each one and their requirements.