RETTI X WAVE Solar Panel Installation and Employability Training Program 2024

Jul 25, 2024

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Applications are now open for the Solar Panel Installation and Employability Training Program 2024.

The Renewable Energy Technology Training Institute (RETTI) and West Africa Vocational Education (WAVE) are pleased to announce a call for applications for the intensive in-person course Solar Power Systems Installation and Employability Program, a comprehensive hands-on training opportunity open to residents of the Lekki-Ajah axis of Lagos who want to learn how to design, install, and be employable in the solar industry.

The RETTI X WAVE Solar Training Program was established to provide training in solar power design, installation, and employability skills to youth, women, and underprivileged individuals or students in order to increase access to skilled workers for the energy transition.

The goal is to Invest in the technical capacity of young Nigerians in Renewable Energy Technology and opportunities for career advancement in the energy value chain, producing a competent workforce for the renewable energy industry and building entrepreneurs who will advance access to clean energy to Million in Nigeria without Access.

Benefits

Startup engineering toolkit included for best 5 students
Internships for best 10 students
Cash prizes for outstanding students
Induction into the RETTI Alumni Support Group
Free membership into the REENConnect platform (Renewable-energy Engineers and Entrepreneurs Connect
Access to Information on Distributorship
How to Start your own Solar Business plus continuous engineering support from our lead engineer and instructor
Inducted into the Solar Entrepreneurs Association for continuous mentorship and announcement of job opportunities
World-class training standard using USAID, GIZ and COREN -approved curriculums
Receive a complete training package for after-study
Beneficiaries start their own solar businesses
Beneficiaries will use certificates as proof of training to gain employment with solar companies
Beneficiaries Receive framed certificates

Benefits

The scholarship covers:

Tuition
Complete training reading materials
Safety helmet, Jacket, and gloves for Practical purposes
Hands-on Practical Equipment
Refreshments
Examination
Certificates
Beneficiaries are responsible for coming to the venue daily for the training program

Eligibility

Applicant should be aged 15 – 35 years;
Residents of Lagos Mainland (Ikeja – Surulere Axis);
Must demonstrate seriousness to learn and be able to attend the 2 weeks in person training and commit to the program, any missed class, will lead to disqualification and that slot will be given to a more serious person;
Must be familiar with basic calculations, use of calculator.

Application

All shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview and finalists will be contacted. The application deadline is July 27, 2024.