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Green Energy CSCS: Solar Installation Essentials

Duration
14 days
Location
Green Skills Academy, Trafford Park

The demand for skilled solar installers is at an all-time high as the world shifts towards renewable energy. Our Green Energy CSCS: Solar Installation Essentials Programme is your gateway to a rewarding career in the solar industry. Gain the knowledge, certifications, and hands-on experience needed to excel in residential and commercial solar panel installations.

Who is this programme for?

This programme is a fantastic opportunity for individuals aged 19+ who are unemployed or earning less than £25,000 and live in Greater Manchester. If you're passionate about starting a career in the growing construction and solar energy sector, this is your chance to gain the qualifications and hands-on experience you need to succeed.

To be eligible, you’ll need:

  • A passport, birth certificate, or residency card.
  • Proof of the right to work and remain in the UK.
  • A good level of English.
  • Not be enrolled in any other ASF-funded courses.

What does the programme offer?

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to solar panel installation, combining hands-on training with key certifications to launch your career in the booming solar energy sector.

What You'll Learn:

  • Introduction to Solar Installation: Gain an understanding of the basics of solar panel systems, their components, and how they work.
  • Solar Competency Programme (Roof Mount): Develop practical skills to safely and efficiently install roof-mounted solar panels under the guidance of industry experts.

You'll also earn essential qualifications, including Working at Height, Manual Handling, and Harness Awareness. By the end of the course, you'll have a strong understanding of emerging technologies and safety standards, fully prepared to take the next step toward becoming an approved solar installer.

Plus, you'll secure your Green CSCS Card, giving you the confidence to work on-site.

 

What skills and certificates will I receive?

 

  • Level 1 Certificate in Introduction to the Facilities Industry
  • Level 1 Certificate in Introduction to Construction
  • Level 1 Health & Safety in Construction Environment
  • 2 Year Green CSCS Card, enabling you to work on construction sites
  • CTS Working at Height and Manual Handling Certification
  • CTS Harness Awareness Certificate
  • Proof of Competency for residential and commercial solar installations.

Additional Benefits You'll Receive:

  • Access expert-led training designed to build confidence and job-ready skills
  • Hands-on experience with the latest solar technologies
  • Understanding of Legislation and Safety Standards to ensure safe and compliant installations
  • Knowledge of Emerging Technologies to keep you at the forefront of the solar industry
  • Clear guidance on the Next Steps to Become an Approved Solar Installer

 

Attendance

The course runs for 14 days, in person at the Green Skills Academy, Trafford Park, from 9.30 am to 3:00 pm each day.

How much does the course cost?

This course is FREE to individuals who:

  • Are employed or unemployed
  • Are a Greater Manchester Resident
  • Aged 19+
  • Earns less than £25,000