About this course

This on-demand class is the third in the Solar for Women series, which delivers practical strategies for finding work, investing in the right credentials, and negotiating your worth in the solar trades.

In this session, you'll learn how to showcase your skills effectively, stand out as a candidate, and negotiate confidently when the job offer comes. Topics cover everything from interview preparation to salary negotiation and building long-term financial resilience. Walk away ready to advocate for yourself at every career stage.

You'll hear directly from:

These are leaders and experienced tradeswomen sharing honest advice, proven tactics, and the encouragement you need to thrive in the solar industry.

This session was originally a live webinar hosted by Solar for Women.

Course outline

4 modules
1 hour to complete
49 minutes of video lectures
Welcome • 2 assignments
Orientation Materials

This is a free course. We take pride in our free courses, but keep in mind that this is only a taste of what we do in a full HeatSpring course. You can get started immediately after you enroll.

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Module 1 • 3 assignments
Ace the Interview, Know Your Value, and Negotiate like a Pro

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Module 2 • 3 assignments
Q&A

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Conclusion • 3 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources

This is our last module but you still have access to the all of course materials so keep working and you'll be able to complete the course at your own pace. Enjoy the course and keep in touch!

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Author

Solar for Women

Solar for Women, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women and nonbinary individuals in the solar energy field, is working to make strides in addressing workforce equity in the clean energy sector to create meaningful change through technical training, mentorship, community building, and advocacy. We were founded to advance accessibility, justice, and...

Frequently asked questions

Full FAQ
How does this course work?
This is a free course. Enroll today and get access to all of the materials instantly. Pre-order courses are available on launch date. This course is self-paced and you can set your own schedule to complete the materials. You can begin the lecture videos and other course materials as soon as you enroll.
How long do I have access to the materials?
For free courses there is no guarantee for how long the course materials will be available.
Will the instructor really answer my questions during this course?
Yes! This is an instructor-led online course. You can ask questions on the discussion board and get prompt answers from your instructor. It varies by instructor and by course but typically instructors check-in between daily and weekly to check quiz results or project work, review and respond to discussion board questions and read survey responses. Check the enrollment page for specific information about each instructor's check-in frequency.
Is there a certificate of completion?
Certificates of completion are only provided to HeatSpring Membership subscribers. This course has not been approved by any credentialing organizations (NABCEP, AIA, USGBC etc) for Continuing Education Credits (CEUs). This course is for self education purposes only and completion does not indicate a level of professional expertise or credential.
Can I register multiple people?
Yes, this is a free course so you can share this page with other people from your team.

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