April 30th, 2022Training for solar workers

The state government is expanding training for solar workers as part of Free TAFE, helping support the booming solar sector to cut emissions and slash power prices for more Victorian families.
After a two-year pilot, the course in Working Safely in the Solar Industry will be added as a Free TAFE Short Course from 1 July 2022. To support Victoria’s growing demand for solar installation, the course has been expanded to be offered at 12 TAFEs – including seven in regional Victoria – after the pilot initially offered it at just four locations.
The two-day training – now mandatory for all on-site workers in Solar Victoria’s programs – gives electricians, plumbers, solar PV and battery installers and their apprentices the skills they need to install photovoltaic and solar water systems.
visit www.freetafe.vic.gov.au.
Premier Daniel Andrews: “Solar Homes has saved almost 200,000 Victorians thousands on their power bills. As this program grows, we’re making sure the tradespeople who install solar get the skills they need to work safely – for free.”