Learn Solar.
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Get Placed.

ETC's training programmes are built for the real African solar market. Self-paced, competency-based, and directly connected to employment pathways across Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya.

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Live Courses

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Online, Self-Paced

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Countries Served

Training Built for
the Job, Not the Exam.

Most solar training is designed around certifications. ETC's programmes are designed around what solar employers in Africa actually need from their teams on day one.

Every course feeds into ETC's talent pipeline. Complete a programme, pass the ETC Assessment, and you become eligible for placement with verified solar employers across Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya.

Competency-based curriculum mapped to real job roles

Self-paced, accessible from anywhere across Africa

Linked directly to ETC's employer placement network

ETC Assessment on completion for verified credentials

Self-Paced

Learn on your schedule, from anywhere with internet access.

Verified

ETC Assessment on completion confirms real competency.

Employer-Linked

Graduates enter ETC's talent pool for active placement.

Africa-Focused

Designed for solar markets in Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya.

Choose Your Programme.

From your first steps in solar to advanced design and simulation, ETC has a verified pathway for you.

Foundation Level

Fundamentals of Solar

The entry point for anyone transitioning into the solar industry. This course covers the core principles of solar energy, system components, and basic field operations, giving you the vocabulary and confidence to step into your first solar role.

What You'll Learn

  • How solar PV systems work end-to-end
  • Key components: panels, inverters, batteries, charge controllers
  • Basic system sizing and load calculations
  • Safety practices and field operations fundamentals
  • Overview of the African off-grid solar market
Self-paced Online All backgrounds welcome
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Technical Level

Solar PV Plant Design & Energy Estimation with PVsyst

A hands-on technical course for engineers and designers working on solar PV projects. Learn to use PVsyst (the industry-standard software for plant simulation and energy yield estimation) to design, model, and validate solar PV plants.

What You'll Learn

  • PVsyst software setup, navigation, and project workflow
  • Solar resource data input and meteorological analysis
  • PV plant layout, shading analysis, and string configuration
  • Energy yield estimation and loss analysis
  • Generating and interpreting professional simulation reports
Self-paced Online Engineers & Designers
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Coming Soon

More Programmes in Development

ETC is expanding its training catalogue with additional programmes covering O&M, project management, and advanced solar sales. Register your interest to be notified when new courses launch.

  • O&M for solar field engineers
  • Solar project management
  • Advanced solar sales & customer acquisition
Launching 2025
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Training Is Just the Beginning.

ETC training feeds directly into our talent pipeline. Complete your programme, get assessed, and get placed.

1

Complete Training

Work through your chosen programme at your own pace on our Thinkific platform.

2

Pass ETC Assessment

Take the ETC Assessment to verify your competency and receive your ETC credential.

3

Get Placed

ETC matches you with verified solar employers. No job boards. Direct introduction and support.

Upskill Your Workforce
in Renewable Energy

Looking to train your team in solar? ETC offers corporate training packages for companies transitioning into renewable energy or looking to upskill existing technical staff. Get your team certified, verified, and deployment-ready.

Team & Bulk Enrolment

Enrol 5, 20, or 100+ employees with dedicated account management and progress tracking.

Custom Curriculum

Tailor training to your company's specific technology stack, site requirements, and compliance standards.

Verified Certifications

Every employee receives an ETC-verified credential upon completion, linked to their professional profile.

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Not Sure Which Course Is Right for You?

Chat with the ETC team and we'll help you find the right programme based on your background, goals, and where you want to take your solar career.