Can an Education in Solar Immunize You from a Weak Economy?
To be fair, no industry is completely exempt from economic downturns. The public service sector, once a bastion of job security, is under threat across the country – just ask the teachers of Wisconsin. And even the health care industry, one of the fastest growing job sectors, is facing some tough decisions as the nation transitions towards a more universal standard of coverage.
But if seven years of med school isn’t enough to make you recession-proof, is there no hope of finding a high demand career with growth potential and job security?
Advanced Solar Courses – A Glimmer of Sunshine in a Dim Economy
While all occupations are somewhat vulnerable to the vagaries of the market, there do exist career paths – in fact, entire industries – that are very much on the rise, now and for the foreseeable future. Energy is a prime example, which explains why ExxonMobil holds the title for most profitable Fortune 500 Company (for the 8th year in a row). But even the oil and gas majors are beginning to reposition their R&D (or at least their marketing) towards “greener ends” in the face of dwindling reserves, rising geopolitical instability, and increasing environmental catastrophes.
If those with the most to lose in a non oil-based economy are beginning to rethink renewable energy, it stands to reason that anyone interested in job security and professional growth should do likewise. And make no mistake – unlike with health care, an education in solar doesn’t require years of training plus residency. An advanced PV training program can take as little as one work week to complete.
The Benefits of an Advanced Solar Course
Energy demand is on the rise. We consume more, drive more, work more, and play more than even before. Fueling all of these activities is energy. And as the world eventually grasps what oil and gas companies already know, the energy upon which we rely will increasingly be solar-based. Already, many countries and states (including Florida, home of US Solar Institute‘s advanced PV training program) have introduced renewable energy tax credits and incentives to help drive this transition. Moreover, countless manufacturers are ramping up production to meet increasing demand for solar panels.
In effect, both international political will and the global supply of PV technology are there and growing. The only real bottleneck in this long supply chain is the availability of qualified solar installers. Securing an education in solar through advanced PV training programs and installation courses not only makes the world a cleaner and greener place to live, but it also qualifies you to join one of the fastest growing and most durable industries on the planet.