About this course

Completing this course gets you halfway to your IronRidge Solar PV Installation Certification.

IronRidge developed this free solar installation course. You'll walk through a full pv installation on a pitched roof with composite shingles. You'll learn installation best practices, solar building codes and much more.

While IronRidge products are mentioned in this course, it's not just a product training. This is a valuable learning opportunity even if you're not an IronRidge customer. This is a great for people who are relatively new and want to be productive on the job right away.

Want to get IronRidge certified?

Complete this course as your first step toward becoming an IronRidge Certified Installer. After passing the final exam for this course, you’ll be eligible to register for a Hands-on Training event delivered by the IronRidge training team.

Course outline

10 modules
2 - 3 hours to complete
1:47 hours of video lectures
Welcome • 3 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 • 5 assignments
Introduction to Solar PV

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Module 2 • 6 assignments
Introduction to Roofing Systems

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Module 3 • 13 assignments
Rail-Based Racking

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Module 4 • 6 assignments
Marking Array Dimensions

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Module 5 • 11 assignments
Installing Attachments

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Module 6 • 9 assignments
Flush Mount Racking

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Module 7 • 5 assignments
Wire Management

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Module 8 • 7 assignments
Module Installation

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Conclusion • 4 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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Continuing Education Units

Approved for the following CEUs

  • IronRidge Solar PV Installation Certification

Author

Whether you’re a new entrant to the solar industry, training your crew, or just refreshing your credentials, the IronRidge Installer Certification Program was built for you.

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. This is a self-study, self-paced course 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. After successfully completing the course, you will be able to generate a certificate of completion.
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.
Is there a certificate of completion?
Yes, when you complete this course you are eligible for a certificate of completion from HeatSpring. You can download your certificate as soon as you have completed all of the course requirements. Students can easily share their verified certificates on their LinkedIn profiles using our LinkedIn integration.
Can I register multiple people?
Yes, this is a free course so you can share this page with other people from your team.

Reviews

4.8
Based on 319 reviews
1,458
students have taken this course
10/06/2025

The course is very helpful to understand the installation process from the start to finish.

Dilli Neupane
Astrum Renewables
08/19/2025

it's fun and easy

Wilfredo Marquez
05/25/2025

This course is a valuable resource for anyone looking to get hands-on experience with solar installations on pitched roofs. The clear instructions and safety guidelines gave me the confidence to perform installations more efficiently and safely. Highly recommended!

Abderezzaq Smili

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