North American Solar Academy’s mission is to deliver the highest quality education in Solar PV Design and Installation. Our program is divided into two components; online e-learning and a 2-day hands-on program. The students learn the science behind solar power, electrical basics, performing site evaluations and the function and integration of all components of a solar powered system, both grid tied and off grid. All students will manually assemble a fully operational roof, pole and ground mounted solar powered system. Students get the full experience of learning about solar power from the convenience of their own home with the online portion, the practical experience of the two day hands on and the extended opportunity to observe an actual installation with our Co-op job placement program.

About Scott

Scott has been self employed most of his working life. His business experiences have included retail, hospitality, transportation, entertainment, media, construction and education. Most notably in the past 15 years he has concentrated on home energy design and the installation and education of Solar PV systems.

His experiences in the solar field include the design and installation of grid tied and off grid systems across Canada. He currently lives in Northern Ontario while operating North American Solar Academy, Pro Sol Energy Systems and assists Solar Living Institute in Hopland California.

Solar Living Institute

Currently Instructor and Subject Matter Expert- Developed online curriculum, assist students and ensure educational content is up to date.

Pro-Sol Renewable Energy

Currently Director of Operations- Design, install and supervise the installation of solar powered systems. Direct and manage staff including sales and equipment.

North American Solar Academy

Currently Instructor and Manager- Created full curriculum, instruct students across Canada on the design and installation of solar PV systems. Provide full after course assistance with past students.

Soleil Power Canada

2010-2015-Operations Manager- Designed, supervised and managed the installation of solar PV systems across Canada.

Have been involved in training over 500 students in solar power from around the World.

• Community Colleges
• First Nations
• Provincial Government Agencies
• Federal Government Agencies
• Customized solar courses
• Corporate solar training sessions
• Non profit community solar information seminars
• Working with organizations in Saudi Arabia to develop and deliver solar training programs.

Toronto, Ontario – July 2020 Class

“Very useful knowledgeable education, well presented and straight forward lesson. Tools and techniques are well defined.”
Al, Ajax Ontario

“The hands-on portion is a great visualization to see the different installation methods and possibilities for renewable energy in the home.”
Tony, Walkerton Ontario

“Really knowledgeable instructor with useful manual and techniques.”
Francisco, Kitchener Ontario

“Presentation slides were very precise and interesting. Practical hands-on training was pretty awesome.”
Yasir, Brampton Ontario

“Would recommend, very informative and accommodating instructor was very patient”
Scott, Parry Sound Ontario

“Power point was well organized, hands-on was excellent.”
Steve, Hamilton Ontario

“Good props to expose students to ground vs pole vs roof mount configurations and their differences.”
Ruth, Hamilton Ontario

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Toronto, Ontario – July 2020 Class

“Scott does a great job teaching. He also allows time to learn and moves along at the classes pace. I highly recommend this class to businesses and home owners as well.”
Mike – Walkerton

“A well designed and informative course to introduce all fundamentals of PV design and installation”
Simon – Ottawa

“Course was well laid out, well instructed and full of useful information”
Carl – Oshawa

“Educational, very informative and excellent hands-on experience”
Hermank–  Scarborough

“Great Course, Great presentation”
Calvin – Newfoundland

“Scott was an excellent teacher. He is very personable with each student and takes his time to explain every part and answer all questions to make sure everyone learns the content”
Gerald – Muskoka

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Toronto, Ontario – May 2019 Class

“Excellent hands-on practical, setting you up for joining a company or a company on your own.”
Anish, Brampton

“Very informative and interesting, Scott is very knowledgeable, course info covers all ends and details. Professionalism of the course was excellent!!!”
Selwyn, Toronto

“Enjoyable Course. I got a good background about solar energy and the processes.”
Charles, Toronto

“Great comprehensive course on both grid tie and off grid aspects of solar design and installation.”
Allan, Oshawa

“This course provides an incredible amount of knowledge that anyone interested in Solar can make use of.”
Josh, Orangeville

“Great teacher, good material info is right on.”
Mario, Petawawa

“Excellent preparation, material, tools and hands-on, Scott is an excellent teacher. If you are a new or beginner, I suggest you do the online.”
Luis, Waterdown

“TLearned a lot about solar installation, would definitely recommend this course to anyone.”
Bronson, London

“All information was very informative and the hands-on was great. Scott was very patient and all the info was presented so it could be understood.”
Terrence, Brampton

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Toronto, Ontario – February 2019 Class

“Scott did an excellent job of presenting a great deal of information in a short period of time. Everything was clear and concise. I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to get into solar.”
Rob, Parry Sound Ontario

“I found the workshop to be very informative and thorough. Scott is a great instructor and really took the time to answer all questions. I would recommend the workshop to anyone looking to get into the industry.”
Derek, Moncton New Brunswick

“Excellent material explained in detail and backed up with practical demonstration. Safety was re-enforced with working in both AC and Dc systems.”
Andy, Niagara Falls Ontario

“Scott’s knowledge and experience on doing installations makes the course interesting, he provides excellent real-world examples. I would recommend this course to anyone wanting to do solar.”
Steve, Timmins Ontario

“Great workshop, even better instructor.”
Norman, Milton Ontario

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Toronto, Ontario – November 2018 Class

“This is a great place to start if you want to learn how to install a system or as a home owner; learn how to understand and manage the process of purchasing a system with the knowledge to operate it after.”
Robert, Etobicoke

““Scott puts it all together in one package. I feel much more confident now to go out and sell my first system, knowing I have the support and knowledge needed to guide me along. His knowledge and experience is priceless.”
Jim, Manitoulin Island

“Thank you for a very informative and easy to understand course that provides availability to the technologies information.”
Marion, Mexico

“Scott has actually worked in the field of solar installations and done a very good job of teaching the applications of solar design and installations.”
Kevin, Stouffville

“Fantastic course! Clear instructions with a methodical approach. All the information was applicable to industry and current field installation practices. I would not hesitate to recommend this course for anyone wanting an excellent understanding of Solar components and installations.”
Alexander, Niagara Falls

“This is a very informative program, I learned how to do it myself and save a lot of money.”
Luke, Toronto

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Toronto, Ontario – September 2018 Class

““I learned every aspect of solar power. Great instructor, very knowledgeable and helpful.””
Dorna, Toronto

“Scott has done a great job of presenting and displaying equipment and operation of 2 systems. I found that I am better prepared for installations and designing of solar systems.”
Pat, Newmarket

“What I liked best was the hands-on building experience the instructor communicates very well.”
Joe, Toronto

“Training provides the know-how required to design and install basic PV system. The atmosphere is great for learning, all questions were answered.”
Carlos, Montreal

“Would recommend to others who want to learn about solar power.”
Perri, Richmond Hill

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Toronto, Ontario – June 2018 Class

“Scott’s first-hand knowledge experience made the course thorough and all questions were answered till students were satisfied.”
Muhammad M , Mississauga

“This course was exactly what I was looking for to get into the solar industry. I learned a lot and PV design, installation and the industry.”
Marwan, Ottawa

“It is a great introduction for people interested in making a career change. While thorough the information is given in a simple way.”
Bryan, Oshawa

“I found the training extremely useful in clarifying the new solar concepts. It was delivered in a good manner for which the instructor should take credit.”
Brad, Toronto

“Scott is wealth of information about not just the theory of solar systems but the industry as a whole. He is a patient teacher who answers all questions and adjusts for the pace of our class.”
Natasha, Toronto

“Scott is great condensing so much information and delivering it. The way he explains the theory and practical and takes the time to answer all questions makes it easy to understand.”
Luis, Guelph

“Great Course! Easy to follow explanations and practical examples”
Josh, Penetanguishene

“The explanations were efficient and clear, great examples.”
Jose, Niagra on the Lake

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Toronto, Ontario – March 2018 Class

“Scott is a very professional teacher with highly effective simulator equipment and excellent preparation.”
Gassau Ahmed, Brampton

“Very interactive and educative. Excellent course with good presentation.”
Oye Arabi, Toronto

“I am really thrilled with this training; learning by doing, excellent instruction, methodical, organized systematic. Since the beginning of the training it conducts you to enhance your skills and to learn everything related to Solar Energy.”
Fionmar, Toronto

“As an architect in the 21st century I had been trying to learn in real practice about clean energy. Through this workshop I was able to learn all the important theory and hands-on applications.”
Tupac, Toronto

“This wokshop is a must to anyone who wants to work in the industry of solar design and installation.”
Maria, Toronto

“I appreciated the course being taught moving forward in a smarter and safer environment.”
M. Ferrer, Toronto

“I’m a civil engineer professional and with project manager experience in infrastructure construction projects. This workshop has significantly increased my knowledge and given me the tools to work in renewable energy such as solar.”
Gema, Toronto

“This course has enhanced my knowledge about PV design and solar panels, the hands-on experience of installing panels on a roof, pole and ground mount system with both grid tie and off grid was excellent.”
Azhar, Toronto

“Good job, I really enjoyed it!”
Raul, Scarborough

“Was very positive in learning the process and equipment used as well as the design of solar systems.”
Lorena, Toronto

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Toronto, Ontario – January 2018 Class

“The course was well explained, the students got to install good quality products thank you very much!”
Simon – Montreal

“I know more than I did, the course is easy to follow, The hands-on learning will make a difference in the field.”
Kimberly – Ingersoll

“I would recommend this workshop to anyone. I’m brand new to solar and I’m very happy about the content of the course. I was surprised how well so much information was taught in a short time.”
Marc – Mississauga

“Seriously, thank you very much the presentation was really clear and very well explained. Learned a lot. Thanks.”
Patrick – Montreal

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Toronto, Ontario – August 2017 Class

“Must take class for solar education! Great start to learning solar PV, very practical”
Reza – Newmarket

“Scott is thorough, knowledgeable and extremely well prepared”
Simon – Toronto

“This course is a great entry point into the world of Solar. I enjoyed the hands-on installation of a working system and going live!”
David – Toronto

“Scott our instructor was very knowledgeable and teaches step by step applications”
Yashin – Toronto

“Very concise and clear course” I would recommend taking this course”
Jordan – Toronto

“I highly recommend attending this workshop as the information was very useful to experience in the classroom and learning how to install a PV system. Thank you very much Scott”
Souad – Toronto

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Toronto, Ontario – June 2017 Class

“Scott’s instructions were clear, to the point and extremely informative. The level of knowledge I walked away with far surpassed my expectations.”
Don – Toronto, Ontario

“The course was very informative and information fulfilling. All information was given with great descriptive details and all questions were well explained.”
Devon – Mississauga, Ontario

“Excellent course. Nothing beat the hands-on experience that you get from this course. Scott’s tips alongside the hands-on experience gave me the confidence to install systems in the field.”
Mahesh – Toronto, Ontario

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Toronto, Ontario – April 2017 Class

“It was excellent the way the class was conducted and the opportunity to continue networking with the instructor.”
Jamar – Toronto, Ontario

“Easy to understand and free to ask questions.”
Patricio – Mississauga, Ontario

“The course structure gives you the confidence to work with solar. The detailed walk through was great.”
Derron – Toronto, Ontario

“Great job, clarification of entire solar industry. Hands on training helps tie it all together. Very informative, amazing clarifications and hands-on training.”
Justina – Burlington, Ontario

“I would recommend this course for anyone interested in solar whether or not they want to do this for a living or doing an install on their own home. Scott was a great teacher. The half hands-on and half theory was great.”
Mitchell – Kars, Ontario

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Toronto, Ontario – March 2017 Class

“Thank you, Scott, for all your help answering as many questions as I had, and for your method of teaching.”
John – Richmond Hill, Ontario

“Scott does an awesome job going through course, and spent a lot of time explaining all of the components.”
Peter – London, Ontario

“Thank you, Scott, for the excellent experience. The course is really easily laid out and attention to detail is excellent. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone interested.”
Thomas – Sudbury, Ontario

“Great course covering all the details about rooftop and non-rooftop installations and maintenance. Scott is a great teacher who knows the technology very well.”
David – Mississauga, Ontario

“I liked the separation of workshop and online portion, I find they work well together. Scott does a good job of explaining and answering clearly.”
Branden – Ottawa, Ontario

“Time well spent, instructor is very knowledgeable.”
Luis – Toronto, Ontario

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Toronto, Ontario – August 2016 Class

“Scott made me feel comfortable in asking questions if I felt the need for an explanation. Course is easy to understand and taught in a practical hands-on way. Well explained in detail, I feel this is a beneficial course for anyone interested in the field.”
Tim – Barrie

“Scott was very thorough and patient in his explanations and was able to cover all aspects of solar installations as well as offer great advice on the business side of solar energy. Highly recommend this course”
Scott – Niagara Falls

“I found the workshop amazing. It shows you that you go solar easily because it teaches you the best way to do it. It also gives you the big picture of how the solar industry is going nowadays. Very well explained, has all the necessary tools with high quality.”
Rafael – Toronto

“Scott is a great instructor! Thank you. Very professional and thorough”
Morgan – Toronto

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Toronto, Ontario – July 16th-17th, 2016

“Great program, filled with info, the hands on portion of it is easy to learn.”
Chris- Marathon, Ontario

“Very informative, I liked both the theory and hands on, very friendly atmosphere”
Philip- Brampton, Ontario

“I will be booking a class for our employees, the fact it is designed to teach how to run a solar business from marketing to installation. Very informative and insightful”
Doug- Sudbury, Ontario

“Scott provided a thorough explanation of PV systems as well as installation practices. Had a good mix of hands on and theory. Scott was able to answer all my questions.”
Brandon- Keswick Ontario.

“I recommend this course for anyone who wants to learn more about solar systems, is an understandable and step by step course, also cover topics that you have to keep in mind when you are designing for Canada and that I think can be applied anywhere in the world.”
Angelica- Windsor, Ontario

“I learned a lot about practical uses and design of solar systems”
Eric- Sudbury, Ontario

“It fully covers all aspects of the diferent types of installations. I feel fully prepared to go out on my own as a solar installer”
Arlin- Steinbach, Manitoba

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Toronto, Ontario – June 5th-6th, 2016

“Scott takes the time to go over all the details”

“What I liked most about the course was the student manual and the teacher” Steve- Brampton

“North American Solar Academy provided me PV solar system design and installation concepts. Scott who delivered workshop is extremely knowledgeable person and knows how to convey concepts. Thanks.” Abdul Qureshi – Brampton

“Interesting and useful” Clint Calgary Alberta

“What I liked most about the course was the hand-on and real world experience from the instructor” Joel- Calgary

“Great place to learn about grid and off grid solar applications. Instructor was patient and insightful. Hands on portion of course helps bring it all together “ Edward Blaha – Hamilton Ontario

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Toronto, Ontario – April 16th-17th, 2016

“Great breakdown of each segment, with in depth knowledge of each step. Course was very educational. Scott explains things in an easy to understand manner, the hands on section of course really helps to understand the written part. Great Job Scott.” Jason – Thunder Bay

“Scott is a great well educated instructor and how to teach and explain the subject in an easy well organized way. Very useful manual. Great course would recommend to friends and colleagues.” Mohamed – Brampton

“Good course with hands on portion which lets you familiarize yourself with different components of a circuit, well explained and we get to do every part of the installation” Chantal – Ottawa

“Scott was a great instructor that provided lots of insights. Lots of learning if anyone would like to learn, no need for electrical background.” Edwin – Markham

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Toronto, Ontario – March 12th-13th, 2016

“Scott is a very knowledgeable, competent, professional and cool instructor! The breadth and depth of his experience-based expertise and very effective teaching style have immensely built my confidence to enter the solar energy industry. Thank you, Scott.”

“Very helpful course that will open up many opportunities, even overseas for those who venture out that way. What I found most impressive was Scott’s willingness to assist us even after the course is over. Real help in the real world is what will benefit us all. Thanks Scott.”

“Excellent organization — from discussion outline, manual, hands-on exercises with realistic setup, tools, equipment, etc. — and instructor’s expertise.”

“I really appreciated applying the knowledge practically very quickly and the way Scott both encouraged and answered many questions.”

“What I liked the most about the course is that it showed the full installation of a solar powered system”.

“The workshop was awesome. I was impressed by how most of the topics related to this renewable energy was covered : theory, experiences, calculations, ethics, safety and also hands-on installations including tips and techniques in a very professional way.”

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Toronto, Ontario Jan 23-24, 2016

“Awesome Training and Knowledge.”

“With barely any electrical knowledge prior to this course, I now Know I can competently design and install a PV system.”

“You get great and useful knowledge from Scott.”

“Great, easy to understand instruction.”

“It was very interactive, Scott got us really involved, we felt free to ask questions without being interrupted.”

“Great individual time from Instructor, one on one.”

“Highly recommended.”

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We have worked with numerous organizations, governments and companies to deliver customized solar training programs. We work directly with the organization to meet their exact needs. It can be a 1-day seminar, 3-hour introductory session or full 2 day course. The course is completely mobile enabling us to travel to you.