Become a qualified solar installer
SAA solar accreditation courses in Melbourne
(previously CEC accreditation)
About
The Solar Training Centre is a national award winning registered training organisation. In our Melbourne solar training facility, we offer training and pathways to become a SAA accredited solar installer.
The Melbourne training facility is fully equipped for theoretical and practical training, delivering solar accredited and non accredited solar courses.
With over 4000 students trained across Australia since 2009, we are the national solar training experts.
Google Reviews
I recently done the grid connect solar and battery courses at the Solar Training Centre and was very impressed with the training. Unlike other courses these guys genuinely care about preparing you for carrying out real-world installations, not just ticking boxes. Trainer Rob and Caz in the office were fantastic, and the facilities and online resources were excellent. Would highly recommend Solar Training Centre for anyone looking to get into solar, batteries etc
Fantastic course. Rob and Steve a very well informed and I felt extremely confident going further into Solar work after attending their classes. Well worth the money!!
I had a great learning experience with Solar RTO.All trainers have a wealth of knowledge and on the job experience, which helped to navigate through the course work.They have greatly impacted our business (Polarised Electrical Services) and developed our skills!!
I did my PV Design & Install + Battery Design & Install as well, great trainers and facility, I definitely recommend it to anyone who's interested with any of the above Training programs.
The best training centre to up skill your knowledge in the electrical industry and become solar accredited. Highly recommend!
"This place offers an excellent learning experience with highly responsible teachers. The office staff are very friendly, and the learning environment is great. There are also practical activities available. In short, this is a very good school."
Great support , facility and courses with experienced teachers and staff. Thank you!
Fantastic solar training centre very thorough would highly recommend for anyone looking for training
Misleading and Unprofessional – Avoid This Company!I had an awful experience with this company. I took a course based on their advice, as I was told by their staff that it would fulfill the requirements for my Working at Heights ticket. After completing the course and lodging my application with Solar Accreditation Victoria, I was informed that the course was NOT acceptable for this purpose.This company gave me completely false information, and when I reached out for a refund or a resolution, they ignored me. I even offered to transfer the course fees toward a Solar Grid Design and Connect refresher course if a refund wasn’t possible, but they still haven’t bothered to respond.It’s incredibly frustrating to deal with a business that doesn’t take responsibility for their mistakes or care about their customers. They wasted my time and money, and their lack of communication shows how unprofessional they really are. Don’t trust them—they’ll mislead you, take your money, and leave you stranded.ContinuationGot it! Here’s the same aggressive tone without any mention of legal action:Response:It’s appalling that you would resort to spreading false accusations to cover up your own mistakes. Let me set the record straight:1. Refund Request: I clearly stated over the phone that I needed a course focused on working at heights. You failed to provide accurate information, and as a result, I attended a course that didn’t meet my requirements.2. False Allegations: I did not threaten or abuse anyone. Every email I sent was professional and to the point. You hung up on me when I tried to clarify my concerns, and now you’re fabricating stories to shift the blame.3. Misleading the Public: Claiming I threatened to leave multiple bad reviews is a blatant lie. If I speak out, it’s to share my actual experience—one that reflects the unprofessional and deceptive way your business is run.4. Poor Customer Service: Rather than taking responsibility and resolving the issue, you’ve chosen to attack my character publicly. This speaks volumes about your company’s approach to customer service.I’m happy to let others judge for themselves based on the facts. Your attempt to deflect blame and discredit me only highlights how poorly you handle situations when things don’t go your way.Best regards,
Did design and install grid connected PV System course... developed lots of knowledge & now have a confidence on installing a solar panels system.Muffin guy (steve) is really amazing, gives lots of information about the solar distributor & manufacturer... enjoyed bbq & pizza during the course period... wanted to do battery & off grid course here.Bala
Can’t recommend this team more highly for any course they have on offer! Well delivered and extremely informative content of PV array solar systems with access to many highly skilled people in the industry.
Very knowledgeable and informative. Highly recommend, clear cut and straight to the point. Steve is a superstar.
Steve was very knowledgeable and passionate about safety in the solar industry, highly recommended
Attended a regional course with one days booking notice, and it was freeThanks to the team at solar training centre. highly recommend
I participated in the working safely at heights and the decommissioning of solar PV course. The course was extremely informative and engaging with food and drinks provided. I highly recommend this course for any labourer or sparky 🙂
Fantastic training, really interactive and provided real hands on the job experience for the solar industry. Highly recommended to anyone who’s looking to get into the solar industry.
Excellent training for solar qualifications and even better staff to help guide you on your way.
Staff was very helpful helped me to understand things i previously was unsure about
Had the pleasure of doing my training with Solar Training Centre. The staff were friendly, passionate and knowledgeable. The course was enjoyable and I learnt a lot. Thank you! Would highly recommend.
Good basic introduction into working in the solar industry. Really well presented and very interactive in terms of being involved in prac activities to gain the skills to using equipment and materials that would be used on the job
Well presented and organised, friendly staff. Recommended for your training needs
professional and knowledgeable trainers, do recommend using for upskilling 👍
Steve, Andrew, Craig and Caz were all fantastic and made it an enjoyable week. Will be back for the battery course
Guys were really knowledgeable. Explained things clearly, and took the time to ensure understanding. Highly recommend these people as trainers
Good crew, organised, very knowledgeable.Looking to my battery and off grid license through these guys too!
Studied under Josh for Stand-Alone Power Systems. He had all the answers or made it his business to find out. Excellent course and excellent trainer. Highly recommend.
We've had our team members do their solar & battery on and off grid classes through the Solar Training Centre team. Very pleased with how everything has turned out and will have more members back in the future
Excellent facility.Excellent and very knowledgeable trainers.Highly recommended.
My sincere appreciation for the outstanding experience and welcoming environment at Solar Training Centre. The curriculum's depth was impressive. Craig and Steve's expertise was invaluable. The training directly addressed the industry needs, making it an excellent choice for anyone interested in solar energy. I also want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to Caz for her unwavering encouragement and support throughout and beyond the training sessions. Her dedication has been invaluable to me.
Beaut Course Beaut Staff!Jashan helped me through the course greatly!Give Steve a call for Battery course!
I recently completed the Battery Short Course and I must say it exceeded all my expectations. The course content was comprehensive, engaging, and incredibly informative. The instructor Josh was knowledgeable and made complex concepts easy to understand. The hands-on activities and practical exercises were invaluable in solidifying the learning. I highly recommend the Battery Short Course to anyone looking to deepen their understanding of batteries and energy storage. Five stars all the way!Thanks to Steve and Caz as well
Amazing. Organisation. Content relevance. Knowledgeable trainers, even the admin staff.
I did my solar designer course here. The course was well structured. There were plenty of practical application discussions and explanations by the trainer. Caz was also very helpful from first call to getting certificate and even after finishing the course as well. Can recommend 100% if you are looking for solar training.
Steve was an excellent trainer and was a very good guy to talk to and ask questions. If you’re an apprentice and wanting to get into solar i 100% recommend solar training centre
Incredible course, it contained all the relevant information needed! Extremely informative and enjoyable
I have just completed the Off Grid Design and Install training at the Melbourne centre. Steve and Kaz have created a bussiness that focuses on the training outcome rather than just making people accredited, there is a real feeling of passion about the whole training centre.Josh Sheppard was our trainer and he has a very in depth knowledge of designing and installing off grid systems, he is a current installer, has real life relevant experience and is very up to date with products and solutions. He was great with delivery of information and able to show real answers to any question or topic raised.This business has forged relationships with relevant suppliers and has a huge suite of working products to install as part of the practical sessions. We had the pleasure of installing a brand new Selectronics invertor and set up from scratch; complete with working batteries.Off Grid heavyweights Selectronics and Powerplus Energy support this centre and attend training sessions to offer information and support to participants.If you want to learn about designing and installing a system and not just getting accredited then look no further and sign up.
These guys are the real deal, our teacher was an old boy who had been there and back and had the t-shirt to prove it.They taught us in a thorough and enjoyable way and I gained all the technical and practical know-how I was looking for.We had lunch put on for us 3 times the week and coffee and snacks galore.The big unis and tafe's may be cheaper but you get what you pay for. These guys are the bestHighly recommend
Very informative, as a beginner I feel like I could just about do an install straight away. Great teachers and venue set up.
Knowledgeable trainers, great facilities and helpful staff.Pracs used relevant products that you'd use in the the real world. I left both courses (grid connect solar and battery) I've done to date with the knowledge and tools to complete excellent designs and installs in the real world.Caz was very helpful getting me signed up and started and the team was very prompt in helping with any LMS issues I had.Steve, Craig and Joel where all fantastic and happy to help with any questions.Highly recommended and I will be coming back here to do the standalone systems course
Steve was a fantastic solar course facilitator for a bunch of female plumbing apprentices - myself included! He is very knowledgeable on the industry and friendly and enthusiastic to boot.The day went very quickly and we learned what we were there for. The whole process was quick and painless from enrolment to the course itself and the assessments were the same.Solar Training Centre is highly recommended!
Impressive facility. Amazing trainers who are actually qualified electricians and teachers.I had many trainings during my professional career. This was (Solar Training Centre in Springvale) one of the best.Keep up the good work and thank you
The staff were amazing, the course was very informative and any help that you need they are willing to help as long as your willing to put in the effort 👌
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I become a Solar Accreditation (formerly CEC accredited) solar installer in Melbourne?
To become an accredited solar installer with Solar Accreditation Australia (former CEC accredited solar installer) you first need to complete this Solar Course.
Once we issue your certificate, you may apply for accreditation with Solar Accreditation Australia (formerly Clean Energy Council) here.
Upon completion of the above Design and Install Grid Connected Solar PV Systems Course, you can continue on to the Solar PV Battery Storage Course
You can also complete our Off grid (Stand-alone) Course as well!!
What can I expect from the solar training?
You can expect our solar courses to cover theory and practical training thoroughly, in line with Australian Standards and industry guidelines. Depending on your course, you will learn how to properly and safely install solar panels and design and install PV systems and battery storage systems.
I am an electrician, which solar course is right for me?
Electricians have three options depending on the level of solar accreditation they require.
Upon completion of the Design and Install Grid Connected Solar PV Systems Course, electricians can apply to Solar Accreditation Australia. You can also opt just for a Design Course or an Install course. Then apply for SAA accreditation here.
Then, completion of Design and Install Battery Systems for Grid Connected Solar PV Course prepares the student for an application to be accredited Battery Storage Design and /or Install.
Finish off your training with Stand-alone Systems Design or Design and Install!
Melbourne Training Facility
Solar Installer & Battery Courses
Testimonials
Contact Us
Phone Number :
0430 030 023- Solar Training Centre
Melbourne Solar Training Facility:
Unit 1/1667-1669 Centre Rd,
Springvale VIC 3171