The online courses cover a varied and diverse range of topics which are suitable for installers or industry participants who wish to develop further knowledge as well as receiving Clean Energy Council continuous professional development points if required. Such individuals or businesses which would benefit from the online courses would be manufacturers, distributors or sales professionals wishing to enhance their career by gaining a more detailed understanding of products, systems, procedures and market trends from our course options. Alternatively an existing renewable energy business that may be considering developing or expanding into commercial or future grid potential such as storage or energy management may benefit from some of the more specific courses on offer. Domestic home or commercial business owners seeking guidance or clarification when choosing a renewable energy system could make use of some of our courses. 
Clean Energy Council Online Training Course List 
Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
General Business Support Courses 

EECPD-001-PV Module Health Checks & Fault Finding
EECPD-002-Understand Micro Wind Systems
EECPD-003-Grid Connect PV - Sales & End User System Overview
EECPD-004-Introduction into Photovoltaics
EECPD-005-Introduction into Batteries for Storage & Hybrid Systems
Design & Installation Best Practice Courses 

EECPD-006-Storage System Best Practice - Battery Sizing & Capacity Calcs
EECPD-007-Storage System Best Practice - DC or AC Charging System Design
EECPD-008-Storage System Best Practice - Battery Options
EECPD-009-Storage System Best Practice - Battery Isolation & Shutdown
EECPD-010-Storage System Best Practice - Battery Boxes & Containers
EECPD-000+ - 3 Course Package for Annual Clean Energy Council CPD Requirements​
 $375 +GST   |   6-9 hrs Online Delivery Only   |   110+ Clean Energy Council CPD Points ​
For any retailer, PV system designer, engineer or installer looking to satisfy the current 100 point annual Clean Energy Council CPD point requirement then this package offers a packaged discount to aid the need of the industry. Any of the following active course topics are eligible for this package, once purchased our staff will be in touch to check which courses you would like to receive and they will activate them up accordingly. There is no time pressure, you will have 12 months from date of purchase to complete  the courses chosen. 
EECPD-001 - PV Module Health Checks & Fault Finding 
​ $150 +GST   |   2-3 hrs Online Delivery Only   |   40 Clean Energy Council CPD Points 
The course topics include PV module overview, selection and verification, PV module installation advice and a look at install techniques for longevity of the system and ensuring high yields. An overview of potential module or component fault issues as well as their respective causes. Fault-finding, rectification, fault prevention and advice, and ongoing maintenance.   
EECPD-002 - Understand Micro Wind Systems​
$150 +GST   |   2-3 hrs Online Delivery Only   |   40 Clean Energy Council CPD Points  
The course topics include an overview of micro wind systems and the critical components such as towers and power electronics.  Content of the course will look at wind energy as a resource, wind parameters, site surveying, wind measurement as well as topographic assessment.  An overview of potential unit or component fault issues as well as ongoing maintenance. 
EECPD-003 - Grid Connect PV - Sales & End User System Overview​
$150 +GST   |   2-3 hrs Online Delivery Only   |   25 Clean Energy Council CPD Points  
The course topics include how to read a power bill and correctly size a system, how to look and understand installation parameters and select appropriate components. Look at the system operation and what to expect from it and why. How the system works; a look into fault finding, rectification, fault prevention and advice on ongoing maintenance.           
EECPD-004 - Introduction into Photovoltaics 
$150 +GST   |   2-3 hrs Online Delivery Only   |   25 Clean Energy Council CPD Points  
The introduction into photovoltaics course is an education and training package for retailers, PV system designers, engineers and installers. The course topics include the basic principles of  energy as light, the solar spectrum and the elements that allow for photovoltaics to operate. In addition the course covers the principles of cell design and construction as well as a basic look at the electron flow and recombination process that allows for solar cells and modules to produce energy.
EECPD-005 - Introduction into Batteries for Storage & Hybrid Systems ​
$150 +GST   |   2-3 hrs Online Delivery Only   |   35 Clean Energy Council CPD Points  
The introduction into batteries for storage and hybrid systems is an education and training package for retailers, PV system designers, engineers and installers. The course topics include looking at battery cell structure, battery terminology, primary and secondary cells, nominal cell voltage, nominal battery bank voltage, charge and discharge rate, amp hour capacity, watt hour capacity, state of charge, depth of discharge, battery cycle life, common battery types and a brief all-in-one product overview.
EECPD-006 - Storage System Best Practice - Battery Sizing & Capacity Calculations​
$150 +GST   |   2-3 hrs Online Delivery Only   |   40 Clean Energy Council CPD Points  
This course has been designed to assist system designers, installers as well as sales personnel gain a more accurate and best practice understanding of how to size a battery bank accurately considering load requirement and expected life cycle. Aspects covered are product chemistry and specification, storage, calculations as well as load profiles. This course has been designed in line with Australian Standards as well as the current Clean Energy Council guidelines.  ​
EECPD-007 - Storage System Best Practice - DC or AC Charging System Design​
$150 +GST   |   2-3 hrs Online Delivery Only   |   35 Clean Energy Council CPD Points  
The DC or AC battery charging course is an education and training package for retailers, PV system designers, engineers and installers. The course topics include aspects of grid connect hybrid as well as more traditional off-grid system design looking specifically at the three options available for battery charging; AC, DC or both. the course looks at the pro's and con's associated and helps people understand what is the best fit for the system they have or are designing.
EECPD-008 - Storage System Best Practice - Battery Options​
$150 +GST   |   2-3 hrs Online Delivery Only   |   35 Clean Energy Council CPD Points  
This course has been designed to assist system designers, installers as well as sales personnel gain a more accurate and best practice understanding of the different types and chemistries of battery options currently available. Aspects covered are selection and specification, power ratings, installation techniques and basic sizing calculations. This course has been designed in line with Australian Standards as well as the current Clean Energy Council guidelines. 
EECPD-009 - Storage System Best Practice - Battery Isolation & Shut Down
$150 +GST   |   2-3 hrs Online Delivery Only   |   35 Clean Energy Council CPD Points  
This course has been designed to assist system designers, installers as well as sales personnel gain a more accurate and best practice understanding of the how to safely shut down and isolate a battery orientated energy system. Aspects covered are selection, positioning, labelling, procedures and communication. This course has been designed in line with Australian Standards as well as the current Clean Energy Council guidelines. 
EECPD-010 - Storage System Best Practice - Battery Boxes & Containers
$150 +GST   |   2-3 hrs Online Delivery Only   |   35 Clean Energy Council CPD Points  
This course has been designed to assist system designers, installers as well as sales personnel gain a more accurate and best practice understanding of which options and regulations exist with regards to battery containers and storage. Aspects covered are selection and specification, location, ventilation, component location, fire rating and labeling. This course has been designed in line with Australian Standards as well as the current Clean Energy Council guidelines.