Solar PV and BESS O&M Tech 1 Accelerated – OMAT Prep
Learn essential skills for solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage systems (BESS) maintenance.
Course Description
Solar PV and BESS O&M Tech 1 Accelerated (PV 168)
This accelerated training equips entry-level Operations and Maintenance (O&M) technicians with essential skills for solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage systems (BESS) maintenance. It fully conforms to the SEIA 301 ANSI Standard, published in June 2025.
The training is appropriate for workers that are new to solar and BESS O&M work. Over the course of 10 modules (approx. 16 hours), the program delivers relevant information in the shortest time possible while promoting safety and efficiency. This training is good for onboarding new hires, upskilling other field professionals for O&M positions.
Instructors: Marcelo Caplan
Online: Independent Study
Curriculum Innovation Network Course
This course is created in partnership with Amicus O&M Cooperative through the MREA’s Curriculum Innovation Network. To keep pace with rapidly evolving technologies and industry trends, the MREA welcomes organizations to submit curriculum proposals for consideration. Approved content will be offered through our training platform, expanding access to high-quality education across the clean energy sector.


Course Details
This course is approved by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) for the following credentials, certifications, categories, and hours:
EXAM HOURS
- 6 PV Installation Professional Exam (JTA & RE Elective))
- 6 PV Commissioning & Maintenance Specialist Exam (JTA)
- 8 Energy Storage Installation Professional Exam (JTA)
RECERTIFICATION/RENEWAL HOURS
- 16 PVIP Recertification (JTA & RE Elective)
- 16 PVDS Recertification (RE Elective)
- 16 PVIS Recertification (JTA & RE Elective)
- 16 PVCMS Recertification (JTA & RE Elective)
- 8 PVTS Recertification (JTA)
- 16 PVTS Recertification (RE Elective)
- 8 ESIP Recertification (JTA)
- 16 ESIP Recertification (RE Elective)
- 16 SHI Recertification (RE Elective)
- 16 PV Associate Renewal

