A range of technical training programs are available both in Canada and internationally to help train an experienced renewable energy labour force.
- Canada Renewable Energy Education and Training (CREET) Courses: Natural Resources Canada and the Association of Canadian Community Colleges provide a list of relevant courses offered through colleges and training centers both in Canada and internationally.
- RETScreen International Training Courses and Materials: A list of upcoming training courses and free training materials are available for the RETScreen International Clean Energy Project Analysis Software, which is designed to assist planners, decision-makers and industry in implementing renewable energy and energy efficiency projects.
- SWITCH - Kingston's Alternative Energy Cluster: SWITCH is a network of research and educational institutions, community groups, businesses, local private and public sector organizations, and individuals in the Kingston region that aim to create a local concentration of industrial, commercial, investment, applied research, and educational activities in the alternative energy sector. SWITCH provides a listing of activities and institutions in the Kingston region offering information and instruction in alternative energy systems.
Colleges and universities may offer additional courses and programs. Consult course calendars or contact institutions directly for more information.
