Solar
NABCEP
Certification Prep
Marketing and Sales

NABCEP PV Technical Sales (PVTS) Intensive Exam Prep

Sean White • Last updated 07/2023

Course description

The NABCEP PV Technical Sales (PVTS) Intensive Exam Prep covers all the essentials to get students prepared for the PVTS exam by going over key concepts and calculations identified in the NABCEP PV Technical Sales Job Task Analysis.

Students will then walk through 70 practice questions and their detailed explanations to apply their learning.

Instructor Sean White is available via the discussion board to answer any and all questions from students regarding the content.

Students may also find it helpful to purchase a copy of Sean White's book, "PV Technical Sales: Preparation for the NABCEP Technical Sales Certification" to support their learning; although, it's not required.

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Continuing Education Units

Approved NABCEP CEU Hours
NABCEP Credential Advanced Hours for Exam Recertification CEU Hours NEC JTA RE Elective Building or Fire Code
PV Installation Professional (PVIP) Certification
0 17 4 7 17 2
PV Associate (PVA) Credential
0 12 0 0 0 0
PV Design Specialist (PVDS) Certification
0 17 4 0 17 2
PV Installer Specialist (PVIS) Certification
0 17 4 0 17 2
PV Technical Sales (PVTS) Certification
17 17 0 17 17 2
PV Commissioning & Maintenance Specialist (PVCMS) Certification
0 17 4 0 17 2
PV System Inspector (PVSI) Certification
0 4 4 0 0 2

Full course outline

Welcome - Orientation Materials

This course is self-paced, so you don’t need to be logged in at any specific time. You can get started immediately after you enroll and the course materials will remain in your account with minimum guaranteed access for 12 months (1 year) after enrollment.

  • Set up email notifications and your student profile
  • Introduce yourself on the discussion board
  • Follow HeatSpring on LinkedIn
Module 1 - NABCEP PV Technical Sales (PVTS) Intensive Exam Prep

  • NABCEP PV Technical Sales (PVTS) Intensive Exam Prep (28:32 minutes)
  • Compounding Interest Part 1 (11:32 minutes)
  • Compounding Interest Part 2 (32:09 minutes)
  • Facts and Figures Part 1 (17:08 minutes)
  • Facts and Figures Part 2 (15:18 minutes)
  • Facts and Figures Part 3 (17:57 minutes)
  • Facts and Figures Part 4 (14:20 minutes)
  • Facts and Figures Part 5 (16:46 minutes)
  • Facts and Figures Part 6 (16:11 minutes)
  • Facts and Figures Part 7 (16:00 minutes)
  • Facts and Figures Part 8 (14:28 minutes)
  • Facts and Figures Part 9 (16:56 minutes)
  • Facts and Figures Part 10 (18:29 minutes)
  • Question 1 Explained (15:03 minutes)
  • Question 2 Explained (06:21 minutes)
  • Question 3 Explained (10:30 minutes)
  • Question 4 Explained (06:21 minutes)
  • Question 5 Explained (23:01 minutes)
  • Question 6 Explained (44:18 minutes)
  • Question 7 Explained (18:41 minutes)
  • Question 8 Explained (16:03 minutes)
  • Question 9 Explained (07:22 minutes)
  • Question 10 Explained (10:38 minutes)
  • Question 11 Explained (08:34 minutes)
  • Question 12 Explained (14:35 minutes)
  • Question 13 Explained (13:51 minutes)
  • Question 14 Explained (10:12 minutes)
  • Question 15 Explained (13:50 minutes)
  • Question 16 Explained (09:42 minutes)
  • Question 17 Explained (16:03 minutes)
  • Question 18 Explained (05:42 minutes)
  • Question 19 Explained (05:00 minutes)
  • Question 20 Explained (10:58 minutes)
  • Question 21 Explained (36:56 minutes)
  • Question 22 Explained (19:32 minutes)
  • Question 23 Explained (07:17 minutes)
  • Question 24 Explained (10:19 minutes)
  • Question 25 Explained (03:20 minutes)
  • Question 26 Explained (08:13 minutes)
  • Question 27 Explained (08:24 minutes)
  • Question 28 Explained (07:26 minutes)
  • Question 29 Explained (14:55 minutes)
  • Question 30 Explained (11:33 minutes)
  • Question 31 Explained (46:55 minutes)
  • Question 32 Explained (13:57 minutes)
  • Question 33 Explained (06:04 minutes)
  • Question 34 Explained (06:01 minutes)
  • Question 35 Explained (09:28 minutes)
  • Question 36 Explained (12:21 minutes)
  • Question 37 Explained (08:51 minutes)
  • Question 38 Explained (07:29 minutes)
  • Question 39 Explained (12:39 minutes)
  • Question 40 Explained (02:10 minutes)
  • Question 41 Explained (06:25 minutes)
  • Question 42 Explained (07:21 minutes)
  • Question 43 Explained (15:52 minutes)
  • Question 44 Explained (08:48 minutes)
  • Question 45 Explained (03:00 minutes)
  • Question 46 Explained (01:47 minutes)
  • Question 47 Explained (17:29 minutes)
  • Question 48 Explained (12:38 minutes)
  • Question 49 Explained (05:18 minutes)
  • Question 50 Explained (08:10 minutes)
  • Question 51 Explained (13:00 minutes)
  • Question 52 Explained (05:21 minutes)
  • Question 53 Explained (04:30 minutes)
  • Question 54 Explained (13:27 minutes)
  • Question 55 Explained (09:52 minutes)
  • Question 56 Explained (06:15 minutes)
  • Question 57 Explained (05:28 minutes)
  • Question 58 Explained (07:40 minutes)
  • Question 59 Explained (03:09 minutes)
  • Question 60 Explained (02:07 minutes)
  • Question 61 Explained (03:06 minutes)
  • Question 62 Explained (03:59 minutes)
  • Question 63 Explained (12:54 minutes)
  • Question 64 Explained (06:12 minutes)
  • Question 65 Explained (09:58 minutes)
  • Question 66 Explained (08:26 minutes)
  • Question 67 Explained (14:55 minutes)
  • Question 68 Explained (05:38 minutes)
  • Question 69 Explained (06:33 minutes)
  • Question 70 Explained (09:07 minutes)
Conclusion - Feedback and Additional Resources

This is our last module but you still have access to the all of course materials for 12 months (1 year), so keep working and you'll be able to complete the course at your own pace. After your year of access expires you can optionally extend access with a HeatSpring Membership. Enjoy the course and keep in touch!

  • 1 Year of Access to Course Materials
  • Feedback: 2-minute Exit Survey
  • Consider Joining as a HeatSpring Member
  • Certificate of Completion: Request a Certificate

Instructor

Sean White

2014 IREC Trainer of the Year, HeatSpring / White House Energy Inc. / Sean White Solar / Norcal Solar

Sean White was the 2014 Interstate Renewable Energy Council Trainer of the Year. He is an IREC Certified Solar PV Master Trainer and has authored several books on solar. He contributed to the development of the NABCEP PV Installation Professional Job Task Analysis and has been a member of the NABCEP PV Installation Professional Technical Committee. Sean is a... Learn more

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Frequently asked questions

How does this course work?

You can begin this online course instantly upon enrollment. This 1 module course is delivered entirely online. 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. During your year of access the instructor will be in the course answering questions on the discussion board. After successfully completing the course, you will be able to generate a certificate of completion.

How long do I have access to the materials?

Students get unlimited access to the course materials as soon as they enroll and for one year (365 days) after enrollment. Rewatch videos and review assignments as many times as you want. View updates the instructor makes to the course as the industry advances. Return to your course anytime with online access from anywhere in the world. After the one year of access expires, access can be extended by joining as a HeatSpring member. A single membership extends access to course materials for all past enrollments.

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 please visit our HeatSpring for Teams page to get a group discount.

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