NABCEP Exam Prep
The gold standard solar certification worth every hour of prep. Our structured program dramatically increases your chances of passing the PVIP exam on the first attempt.
About This Course
NABCEP's PV Installation Professional (PVIP) certification is the most respected credential in the solar industry. It distinguishes experienced professionals from the pack, opens doors to higher-paying projects, and is increasingly required for state licensing and utility interconnection work.
Our NABCEP Exam Prep course is taught by NABCEP-certified instructors who know the exam inside and out. You'll work through every content domain systematically, take timed practice exams, and receive personalized feedback on your weak areas before test day.
Exam Content Domains
Course Modules
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01
NABCEP Exam Overview & Strategy
Exam structure, content domains, weighting, scoring, and the best test-taking strategies for the PVIP question format.
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02
NEC 690 & 705 Deep Dive
The most heavily tested code areas: rapid shutdown, OCPD sizing, wire ampacity, interconnection, and equipment listings.
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03
System Design & Calculations
Voltage, current, power, string sizing, losses, array geometry. Every calculation type that appears on the PVIP exam.
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04
Installation, Commissioning & Safety
Field practices domain: installation procedures, commissioning protocols, safety standards, and OSHA references tested on the exam.
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05
Full-Length Timed Practice Exams
Full-length timed practice exams with answer explanations, score analysis, and personalized study plan recommendations.
What You'll Be Able to Do
Navigate PVIP exam content domains confidently
Apply NEC 690/705 to exam scenarios accurately
Complete timed calculations under exam pressure
Identify and strengthen your weak content areas
Build a personalized final-week study strategy
Learn Content to Help You Pass the NABCEP PVIP
Prerequisites & Eligibility
NABCEP requires documented field experience before sitting for the PVIP exam, and 58 hours of a NABCEP-approved training course. SKI's Residential and Commercial Installation courses satisfy the training course requirements. SKI's other installation training packages, if added on, can help you satisfy the project requirement(s). Contact us if you have questions about your eligibility before enrolling.