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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• Prepares for a diverse range of roles in the renewable energy sector with its comprehensive curriculum covering both mechanical and electrical aspects of solar panel systems
• Real-world projects and hands-on training, providing invaluable experience to showcase to future employers
• Relevant and in-demand, this program is at the forefront of an evolving job market demanding skills, knowledge, and attitudes in clean, renewable energy solutions

DID YOU KNOW?

• A recent search on solar salaries in Canada placed solar PV installers with project management skills between $70,000 and $100,000 or more per year.¹
• Between 2020 and 2030, Canadian jobs in the clean energy sector are slated to grow four times faster than average.²
• The global shift to green energy has resulted in a solar market worth more than $50 billion and steadily increasing.
• In Canada, the annual average growth rate for solar energy is 50%, nearly 10 times the national average. 
• Solar systems are now installed in every Nunatsiavut community and provide the community with clean electricity.³

OBJECTIVES

1. Demonstrate OHS safety procedures required for the installation and maintenance of solar PV systems.
2. Establish an understanding of the components and technology common to solar PV systems.
3. Utilize project planning to complete solar PV installation and maintenance tasks.
4. Demonstrate problem solving skills and team-based work practices to complete a solar PV installation.
5. Demonstrate effective communication with customers.
6. Perform solar PV system installation on various surfaces, including roofs and non-roofing structures.
7. Demonstrate safe handling and maintenance of solar PV components and equipment.
8. Demonstrate safety procedures when working with electricity.
9. Perform configuration and connection of electrical wiring, conduits, and associated circuitry for inspection.
10. Demonstrate compliance with electrical codes and regulations.
11. Apply preventative maintenance and inspection procedures on solar PV systems.
12. Perform solar PV maintenance, repair, and replacement of parts to correct malfunctions.
13. Create reports and documents regarding solar PV installation and maintenance. 

CERTIFICATIONS

REFERENCES

• Canadian Students
• International Students

Canadian Students

The confirmation fee is due within two weeks of receipt of your Letter of Acceptance. It is required in order to hold your seat in the program.

Mandatory Fees

Application Fee - $30.00 (per program)

A non-refundable fee required for each application submitted to the College | Application Page

Application fees are only refundable if the program does not go ahead, and the applicant does not want to transfer the application to another program.

Note: The following fee is non-refundable and must be paid within two (2) weeks of receiving your Letter of Acceptance for each program at the College.

Confirmation Fee - $105.00 (per program annually)

A non-refundable annual fee due upon confirming acceptance into each program. This covers registration and student association services and must be paid each academic year.

Academic Audit Fee - $50.00 (once per program)

A one-time fee assessed for auditing academic records during your program.

Technology Fee - $83.00 (per semester)

A semester-based fee to support student access to software, internet, and digital services across all campuses.

Full-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Regular Term (15-weeks)
Sustainable Development $1,301.00 (per semester) $625.00 (per semester)

Intersession (up to 7-weeks)
Sustainable Development (per semester) - $625.00

Part-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Certificate & Diploma Programs $320.00 (per course)

Regulations

All student fees must be paid by the date specified in each term. These dates can be found in the Academic Calendar .

• Students receiving Student Aid must present their notification of award on the first day of classes. These students may defer payment until aid is received, at which time fees must be paid in full.
• Students who do not pay fees within the prescribed time may have their registration cancelled.
• Students with outstanding balances are:
  • Ineligible for future term registration
  • Unable to receive diplomas, transcripts, or grade reports
  • Denied access to online grades until the balance is paid in full

It is the student's responsibility to clear all balances and contact their campus Student Services office with any account inquiries.

Additional Notes

• If the College cancels a program, all tuition and fees will be fully refunded.
• Out-of-sequence students registering or withdrawing mid-term will be charged on a pro-rated basis.
• Students taking additional courses beyond a standard load must pay for each extra course.
• Senior citizens (60+) receive a 50% discount on confirmation fees and tuition.
• Students auditing a course must pay:
  • 50% of tuition
  • 100% of any applicable technology fees

International Students

A fee, which is applied toward program tuition and compulsory fees and includes a deposit fee, is due within two weeks of receipt of your Letter of Acceptance.

Mandatory Fees

Application Fee - $100.00 (per program)

A non-refundable fee required for each application submitted to the College | Application Page

Note: The following fees are non-refundable and must be paid within two (2) weeks of receiving your Letter of Acceptance for each program at the College.

Confirmation Fee - $105.00 (per program annually)

A non-refundable annual fee due upon confirming acceptance into each program. This covers registration and student association services and must be paid each academic year.

Deposit Fee - $1,500.00 (Included in First Semester Tuition)

A non-refundable, non-transferable deposit required to secure your seat. Included in first semester tuition.

Academic Audit Fee - $50.00 (once per program)

A one-time fee assessed for auditing academic records during your program.

Technology Fee - $83.00 (per semester)

A semester-based fee to support student access to software, internet, and digital services across all campuses.

Full-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Regular Term (15-weeks)
Sustainable Development $4,685.00 (per semester) $2,344.00 (per semester)

Intersession (up to 7-weeks)
Sustainable Development (per semester) - $2,344.00

Part-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Certificate & Diploma Programs $1,046.00 (per course)

Estimated Program Costs

The document below provides a summary of estimated program costs for international students applying to the 2026–2027 academic year. Please note that all amounts are approximate and subject to change without notice. These costs apply only to international applicants.

Download Estimated Program Costs (PDF)

Making Payments

Application Fee

If applying online, the application fee must be paid via credit card during the submission of your application to College of the North Atlantic.

Tuition and Other Payments

College of the North Atlantic has partnered with PayMyTuition for all international tuition payments. All tuition payments, unless otherwise noted, can be paid via PayMyTuition.

• Payments can be made from any bank, in any country, and in any currency.
• Offers better than bank exchange rates.
• Fast, secure, and cost-effective.

Please note that you can only use PayMyTuition once you have been assigned a CNA student number.

Regulations

All student fees must be paid by the date specified in each term. These dates can be found in the Academic Calendar .

• Students receiving Student Aid must present their notification of award on the first day of classes. These students may defer payment until aid is received, at which time fees must be paid in full.
• Students who do not pay fees within the prescribed time may have their registration cancelled.
• Students with outstanding balances are:
  • Ineligible for future term registration
  • Unable to receive diplomas, transcripts, or grade reports
  • Denied access to online grades until the balance is paid in full

It is the student's responsibility to clear all balances and contact their campus Student Services office with any account inquiries.

Additional Notes

• If the College cancels a program, all tuition and fees will be fully refunded.
• Out-of-sequence students registering or withdrawing mid-term will be charged on a pro-rated basis.
• Students taking additional courses beyond a standard load must pay for each extra course.
• Senior citizens (60+) receive a 50% discount on confirmation fees and tuition.
• Students auditing a course must pay:
  • 50% of tuition
  • 100% of any applicable technology fees