Austin, TX - ImagineSolar announces their Spring 2013 solar training schedule, offering an array of industry career training - live and online.

Austin, TX - ImagineSolar announces their Spring 2013 solar training schedule, offering an array of industry career training - live and online.

Courses include the Foundational Training needed in a solar career to Professional Development & Advanced courses such as Advanced PV Installation, Solar PV Economics & Technical Sales, Online Smart Grid & Distributed Generation, and Online Utility-Scale PV Systems.

ImagineSolar is recognized by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) and American Institute of Architects (AIA). Many of their courses earn Professional Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for Engineers, Architects, Electricians, Builders and others. Training is online, live, and online LIVE to accommodate full schedules.

An IREC ISPQ Accredited Continuing Education Provider, ImagineSolar is proud to offer solar training proven to launch careers and improve job opportunities for electricians, electrical contractors, inspectors, and engineers in their fields. Approved by NABCEP, ImagineSolar prepares individuals and corporate workforces for NABCEP exams and certifications. Since 2002, ImagineSolar has delivered training to over 2,500 participants in Texas and surrounding states with a mission to accelerate the energy industry's transformation through knowledge.

New 2013 data shows a pattern of expansive growth in the U.S. solar industry. Despite current economic challenges, such growth demonstrates the value of pursuing a solar career - an investment ripe with future opportunities.

ImagineSolar provides the following courses for those ready to participate. Register online or call (888) 514-1972.


ONLINE COURSES (Available Anytime)

* Solar PV Design & Installation - $695 (60 hr)
* Advanced PV Design & NABCEP Exam Prep (with Instructor Live Online) - $595 (20 hr)
* Utility-Scale PV Systems - $149 (4 hr) | Earn 2 Professional CEUs
* Smart Grid & Distributed Generation - $195 (8 hr)
* Solar PV Economics & Technical Sales - $995 (42 hr) | Join Waiting List
* Webinar Series on Solar PV & Smart Grid - $49 (1 hr) | Free to Online Students


LIVE WORKSHOPS (in Austin, Texas)

* Solar PV Design & Installation (6 Day Workshop) - $995 (48 hr) | April 6-11 or June 1-6
* Solar PV Design & Installation Lab (1 Day Lab) - $195 (8 hr) | April 6, May 11, or June 1
* Advanced PV System Technologies - $899 (20 hr) | April 27-28, May 25-26, or June 22-23


UPCOMING NABCEP EXAMS

* NABCEP Entry Level Exam - April 12 | Pass to earn 18 hr. Advanced Training credit
* NABCEP PV Installer Certification Exam - April 20 | See NABCEP.org for details


ABOUT IMAGINESOLAR

For over 10 years, ImagineSolar has provided solar and smart grid education and advisory services to prepare individuals for NABCEP exams & certifications and clean energy careers. An ISPQ accredited and fully-licensed TWC school, ImagineSolar is also an approved Continuing Education Provider with the TDLR and AIA.

ImagineSolar trains nationwide with live seminars, online courses, hands-on labs, workforce training programs, and advisory services. To download free industry career eBooks or learn more, visit www.imaginesolar.com.