SEIA Accredited Standards Educator

Advance Clean Energy Education with SEIA Accredited Standards Educator Accreditation to Strengthen Trust in the Solar & Energy Storage Industry

Are you preparing the next generation of solar and energy storage professionals? SEIA Accredited Standards Educator designation empowers training providers to align with ANSI/SEIA Standards and deliver cutting-edge instructions that foster real-world career success while upholding ethical and safety standards.

Why Become a SEIA Accredited Standards Educator?

✔ Standards-Aligned Curriculum

Teach with confidence knowing your program supports ANSI/SEIA Standards for workforce readiness and industry best practices.

✔ Pathway to SEIA Certifications

Give learners a competitive edge with access to a respected, nationally recognized certification. Approved training courses are applicable to Pathway 1: Standards Specific Education requirements for SEIA certification examination eligibility.

✔ Expand Program Credibility

Stand out as an accredited standards educator by the solar industry’s leading association.

✔ Connect to Industry Demand

SEIA Accredited Standards Educator Program is built with alignment to the ANSI/SEIA Solar and Energy Storage Standards, ensuring your students learn what matters most to the industry.

Training Standards and Certification Pathways

To be considered for SEIA Accredited Standards Educator status, training materials must align with ANSI/SEIA Solar and Energy Storage Training Standards. Approved courses qualify for Pathway 1 certification eligibility and receive a SEIA Approved Training badge for promotional use.

Who Should Apply?

  • Contractors providing internal training for technicians/salespeople
  • Independent trainers offering training programs to the industry
  • Industry partners supporting the ANSI/SEIA Solar and Energy Storage Standards
  • Community colleges & universities
  • Vocational & technical programs
  • Workforce development agencies

Resources for Training Providers (Coming soon)

  • SEIA Accredited Standards Educator Guide
  • Instructor disclosure & code of ethics
  • Application Guide

Benefits for SEIA Accredited Standards Educators

  • Listing on standards.seia.org
  • Quarterly Solar and Energy Professional Newsletter (starting in 2026)
  • Monthly Social Media Announcement
  • Opportunity to sponsor or provide instructors for SEIA training sessions at RE+ events.
  • SEIA marketing materials:
    • Digital badges (Accredited Educator & Approved Training)
    • SEIA letterhead for course materials

How to Apply – Coming Soon!

Join a growing network of educators preparing professionals for the solar energy workforce of tomorrow.

  • Submit up to 5 classes per application
  • For more than 5 courses, complete the initial application and submit the Additional Course Application

Program Fees

For more information, contact [email protected]

Together, let’s teach the standard.

FAQs

Who can apply for SEIA Standards Educator accreditation? 

Any entities (companies, individuals, or organizations) providing training specific to ANSI/SEIA Solar and Energy Storage Training Standards are eligible to apply. Examples include: 

  • Contractors providing internal training for technicians/sales personnel 
  • Independent trainers offering training programs to the industry 
  • Industry partners supporting the ANSI/SEIA Solar and Energy Storage Standards 
  • Community colleges & universities  
  • Vocational & technical programs  
  • Workforce development agencies 
How long will it take for the SEIA Standards Educator application to be processed? 

Applications are processed in the order they are received, and the review process takes approximately 30 days to complete. 

Do repeated courses require a new application?

No, approved courses may be offered multiple times within the 12-month approval period. Notify SEIA of any instructor or material changes.

Is reapplication required after 12 months?

A new application must be submitted for approval to continue to offer the course under the SEIA Accredited Standards Educator status after the 12-month approval period. New submission is required 60 days prior to expiration to maintain a continuous approval.

Does SEIA provide Certificate of Completion to training program participants? 

No. SEIA Accredited Standards Educators are required to distribute certificates verifying the attendance of all participants. SEIA does not manage the course participation or attendance of SEIA Accredited Standards Educator provided courses.  

How should the Certificate of Completion be designed? 

The certificate must state the following:  

  • Name of the participant 
  • Course title 
  • Date of class 
  • Number of hours completed  
  • Training provider: Entity received SEIA Accredited Standards Educator accreditation
  • Signature and printed name of an authorized representative of the training provider 

Sample Certificate of Completion: 

When and how should the Certificate of Completion be distributed? 

The Certificate of Completion should be distributed to participants after the course is finished, and the participation has been verified. Individuals with insufficient attendance shall not be given a certificate.  

Do participants in SEIA Accredited Standards Educator provided courses receive credits towards the SEIA certifications?  

Training hours earned through SEIA Approved Training courses provided by a SEIA Accredited Standards Educator can count towards the certification eligibility Pathway 1: Standards Specific Education requirements.  SEIA certification requirements will be published on https://standards.seia.org/certification as more information becomes available.

Are courses approved under the SEIA Accredited Standards Educator program recognized for CEU towards SEIA certifications?  

SEIA is currently not offering any professional certification that requires CEUs. Please see https://standards.seia.org/certification/ for program updates.

Are courses approved under the SEIA Accredited Standards Educator program recognized for CEU towards other industry credentials?  

We recommend contacting the specific credentialing body to inquire about course credits for their programs. SEIA does not manage other credentialing programs.  

Are SEIA Accredited Standards Educators required to report to SEIA the participants of approved standards training courses? 

Course participation is not reported to SEIA unless the SEIA Accredited Standards Educator is contacted for an audit.  

Are SEIA Accredited Standards Educators required to retain records of the standard training program?   

Yes. SEIA Accredited Standards Educators are required to retain records of the standard training program for at least 4 years from the course offering, including all training materials, instructor documentation, marketing materials, and attendance.  

Will SEIA audit courses?

Audits may be conducted prior to, during, and/or after a SEIA Accredited Standards Educator course offering. SEIA staff will notify each SEIA Accredited Standards Educator of the audit requirements and if they are selected for an audit. SEIA Accredited Standards Educator who are selected for audits will have 15 days to submit the requested documentation.  

Training providers who applied to the SEIA Accredited Standards Educator agree that education reviewers from SEIA will attend approved training courses at no charge for auditing and/or evaluation purposes. SEIA may attend one session of an approved training course per calendar year.  Failure to comply with audit requirements may result in denial or rescission of SEIA Accredited Standards Educator status.