Online Course for Solar Sales Training Available Nationwide

ONTILITY Responds to Growing Demand for Solar Sales Professionals

Houston, Texas - (September 21, 2011) - Nationally recognized solar training company ONTILITY will offer an Online PV Technical Sales Training Course starting October 10. The solar energy market continues to grow rapidly and the demand for well-trained Solar Sales Professionals is high.

At a time when the U.S. economy overall is growing at an annual rate of around 2% and job creation continues to lag, the Solar Industry grew by more than 67% from 2009 to 2010 and is expected to create 24,000 new jobs in 2011. A 2010 survey showed that more than 80% of property owners are interested in and plan to install solar energy systems on their property within the next five years.

ONTILITY offers this online PV Technical Sales Training Course to develop a knowledgeable, ethical and highly competent solar energy sales force. The online class lasts six weeks and is a combination of recorded lectures, live and recorded Webinars and off-line assignments. Interaction with the instructor is accomplished with live Webinar class meetings, e-mail and individually scheduled phone conferences. The course is suitable for anyone who is interested in becoming a solar sales professional or expanding an existing business into the rapidly growing solar energy industry.

This class is directed toward experienced sales professionals who are making a transition to the solar energy market and solar professionals who need to improve their sales skills, or want to receive the NABCEP PV Technical Sales Certification. ONTILITY's Online PV Technical Sales Training follows the NABCEP PV Technical Sales Job Task Analysis and will fulfill some of the NABCEP educational requirements to apply for the certification. PV Technical Sales Training is designed to help attendees understand the solar energy market and how to take advantage of the business opportunities in the solar energy industry, and also offer business owners and entrepreneurs the marketing and financial analysis knowledge they need to make sound sales decisions as they grow their solar business.

The course also addresses all eight major topic areas in the NABCEP PV Technical Sales Job Task Analysis. The NABCEP PV Technical Sales Job Task Analysis defines a general set of knowledge, skills and abilities typically required of Solar PV Salespersons who are responsible for site analysis, system design, ethical presentation, and accurate analysis and projection of electrical, environmental, and financial performance of PV systems. The also covers aspects of the residential and light commercial sales process. Attendees will gain an understanding of current solar market conditions and trends, purchase motivations, and other topics vital to closing the sale. They will also learn about system configuration, site analysis, energy production estimation and financial considerations.

The rapid growth of the solar market demands a well-trained workforce and is a key element in the growth and long-term success of solar markets. According to ONTILITY Director of Education, Ken Whiteside. "A sales representative who has been prepared with high quality industry training will have all of the tools needed to be successful." Mr. Whiteside continued, "It is always harder to sell a product that you don't understand. A comprehensive introductory solar sales course which breaks down the PV sales process step by step is the way for anyone who wants to get started selling solar."

About ONTILITY

ONTILITY is committed to Connecting the Last Mile of the Solar Industry. In just over one year, ONTILITY has grown from a start up to a 80M Solar Distribution, Solar Training and Solar Projects Enablement leader. Learn Solar design & installation through our professional solar training. Buy Solar from our stocking warehouse of superior solar products at competitive prices. Enjoy Solar Business Success with our full range of partner support services including engineering and design consulting, proposal support, sales and marketing programs, technology solutions, due diligence and financial support, lease programs, custom training and project consulting. Team with us on residential, commercial and large scale Solar Solutions. ONTILITY brings you best-in-class solar business and project training, products, support, services and solutions.

• Solar Products - Over 120 Manufacturers / Maintains over 20M in Monthly Inventory
• Solar Training - NABCEP and IREC Training Courses and Certification Programs
• Design Support – End-to-End Design and Engineering Support Services
• Consulting Support – NABCEP Certified Installation Consultants to Support Your Projects
• Financial Support – Financial Solutions for Your Business and Customers
• Rebate Support – Rebate Assistance and Coverage Solutions
• Logistics Support – Remote, Field, Project Site and Rooftop Delivery Solutions
• Marketing Support – Websites, Collateral, Business cards, Co-branding

More Information, Please Call or Visit Us: 877.558.7479 or www.ontility.com.

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