PV Installation Professional (PVIP)
North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners
The PV Installation Professional (PVIP) Board Certification is considered the gold standard for PV professionals in the renewable energy industry. Recognized and demanded by organizations worldwide, the PVIP Board Certification validates your competence to perform in the role of PV Installation Professional, which encompasses PV design, installation, operations, commissioning and maintenance.
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The NABCEP PV Installation Professional Certification is a voluntary board certification that provides a set of international standards by which PV Installation Professionals with skills and experience can distinguish themselves from their competition. Board Certification provides a measure of protection to the public by giving them criteria for judging the competency of practitioners. It is not intended to prevent qualified individuals from selling, servicing, or installing PV systems or to replace state license requirements. Eligibility Requirements To become Board Certified and maintain certification, the Applicant must: • Be at least 18 years of age • Meet prerequisites of related experience and education as outlined below • Complete an application form documenting all requirements • Sign and agree to uphold the NABCEP Code of Ethics • Pay Application and Examination Fees to NABCEP • Pass a written examination • Once Board Certified, complete continuing education and experience requirements, submit a recertification application, and pay a recertification fee, within the three (3) year recertification timeframe. Experience Requirements • The Applicant shall have performed in a decision-making role (DMR), which had a material impact on the quality and serviceability of the PV installation. This may include individuals employed as Lead Installers, System Designers, Project Managers, Site Managers, Foreman, Electricians, System Engineers, and Quality Assurance/Commissioning agents. Due to the variety of decision-making roles that may be involved with any particular system installation, more than one person may qualify for each system; however, each Applicant must document their specific role and level of responsibility for each installation. • Installations must have been completed within the two (2) calendar years prior to the application submission date. • All installations must be complete and have a permit and a final approved inspection. • All systems must have a minimum rating of 1 kW DC (STC).
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