§10002.__Training for installers of solar equipment

1. Installation training.__ To the extent that funds and resources allow, the commission shall establish voluntary training programs for installers of solar equipment that most effectively meet the needs of the public.__The commission:

A.__May develop separate programs for different solar technologies or applications when the commission determines that the skills or training for the installation of those technologies or applications merit the distinction;

B.__Shall confer with the Plumbers' Examining Board and the Electricians' Examining Board when it develops the course content and requirements;

C.__Shall determine the content of the training, the hours required for course completion and the manner in which applicants must demonstrate proficiency in solar equipment installation;

D. Shall issue a certificate of completion to individuals who meet the requirements the commission has established;

E.__May establish reasonable course fees.__All fees must be paid to the Treasurer of State to be used by the commission for the purposes of this section;

F.__Shall determine terms for the expiration and renewal of an applicant's certificate of completion; and

G. Shall determine an appropriate means of maintaining recognition of the training received by persons holding certificates issued pursuant to former Title 32, chapter 87.

2.__Qualifications for installing solar equipment.__ A certificate of completion issued by the commission pursuant to subsection 1 does not exempt the holder from any applicable licensing requirements for activities involved in installing solar equipment, including but not limited to licensing requirements established in Title 32, chapter 17 or 49.

§10003.__Training for energy auditors

1. Auditor training.__To the extent that funds and resources allow, the commission shall establish voluntary training programs for energy auditors that most effectively meet the needs of the