Workforce Development Programs and Resources

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Training

Equip yourself with hands-on skills through technical trade training. Whether you’re interested in HVAC and heat pump technology, electrical work, lighting, insulation installation, solar installers, energy systems engineers, or biofuels processing, there’s a training path for you.

Energy Education Centers

SCE operates two Energy Education Centers (EECs) in Irwindale and Tulare, offering education and training on cutting-edge technologies. These centers provide free classes, workshops, and consultations to individuals, professionals, and aspiring clean energy workers, facilitating career growth and industry advancement.

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Contractor Demand Building Program

A one-day training designed for HVAC professionals, plumbers, and installers aiming to perfect their skill in the cutting-edge technology of heat pump water heaters. This course provides a thorough exploration of installation best practices and prepares attendees to handle challenging installation scenarios with confidence

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Building Decarbonization Coalition TECH Clean California

Participating Contractors are required to take these courses to complete enrollment in TECH Clean California. These videos deliver onboarding training and provide an overview of the initiative and instructions to submit TECH Clean California incentives. 

Target audience: Participating Contractors and Support Staff

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California Community College’s Economic and Workforce Development (CCCEWD) Program Advanced Transportation and Logistics Center

Cerritos College is one of ten centers in California dedicated to advancing our students though education. Programs include Advanced Transportation, Renewable Energies, Alternative Fuels, and Logistics; AUTO 54: Introduction to Electric Vehicle - Students will be instructed with alternatives to gasoline powered vehicular travel and to the specific advantages of Electric Powered Automobiles.

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East Los Angeles Occupation Center Electrician, Energy Audit (photovoltaic), powerline systems, solar thermal

Varying career technical education (CTE) programs and certifications in partnership with LAUSD, preparing L.A. Unified Graduates for afull range of options after high school.

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Employment Training Panel

The Employment Training Panel funds employer-driven job skills training to support workforce pathways, business expansion, and employee retention in clean transportation technology and Zero-Emissions Vehicle jobs and apprenticeships. ETP can contract directly with private for profit California employers to upskill new and existing workers ensuring these employers can innovate and compete successfully in today’s marketplace. ETP also partners with the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development, the California Workforce Development Board, the California Community Colleges, and the California Labor Federation AFL-CIO to bring sustainable training and employment opportunities to traditionally underserved Californians. Connect with our team to learn more: ETPEconomicDevelopmentUnit@etp.ca.gov

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The Forestry and Fire Recruitment Program Wildland Fire Academy Training, Job Coaching,  Connections to Employment

Wildland Fire Academy Training/Job Coaching Program partnered with the Urban Association of Forestry and Fire Professionals nonprofit. Corporate Philanthropy supports both organzations for wildfire support.

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GRID Alternatives Installation Basics Training Program (IBT)

A competency-based certificate program designed to develop the skills that are most relevant to entry-level solar installation jobs and related construction employment fields. IBT focuses on individual certificates in industry-recognized skills, providing trainees with valuable hands-on training and access to potential employment opportunities.

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GRID Alternatives Installation Basics Training Program (IBT 200)

IBT 200 is a 200-hour, five week training course that provides hands-on training for anyone looking to enter the solar installation workforce

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IBEW Local 47 California/Nevada Joint Apprenticeship Program

Union certified lineworker apprenticeship program certifiec through SCE curriculum/IBEW Local 47 and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency

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LA Cleantech Incubator Green Jobs Workforce Development Programs

LACI’s Green Jobs Workforce Programs provide technical training, industry-recognized certifications, career coaching, case management, and job retention services to help underrepresented groups succeed in the green economy. Select participants are matched with LACI startups and partners for internships and potential job opportunities.

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Mountain Desert Career Pathways

Mountain Desert Career Pathways is a collaboration between nine school districts to ensure students are well-prepared and trained for meaningful career opportunities. We also provide a variety of resources to help our students make informed career decisions such as local labor market information, work based learning opportunities, advisory committees and more.

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NACFE Run on Less

The Electric Depot Bootcamp is a 10-part educational series on factors needed to successfully scale electric trucks in fleet operations — hosted by the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) and RMI — for fleet managers, utility planners, policymakers, and more.

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Proteus

Proteus is the premier provider of training, education, and community services within the agriculturally rich Central San Joaquin Valley.  Since its inception in 1967, Proteus has been in a continuous state of evolution, adding and expanding services as the changing needs of the workforce emerge. Proteus has emerged as a nationally recognized full-service agency providing a wide range of services to a diverse customer base.

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Proteus SEED (Sustainable Energy Efficiency Development) Program

The SEED (Sustainable Energy Efficiency Development) program offers training for HVAC fundamentals, electrical, and weatherization. This program is 8 weeks long or 280 hours. Career counseling & industry related job placement assistance is available. 

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Unite-LA STEAM Clean Tech Academy

Clean Tech Academy, targeting HS students transitioning to college for exposure, exploration, training and paid work experience through apprenticeships with IBEW for racially and culturally diverse youth cohorts. Targeting South LA young adults for historic poverty rates and 90% AA/L ethnic groups. Offers mentorship and soft skills development as well in 12- weeks program. Unique redesign to supplement gaps in traditional education system.

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Women in Non Traditional Employment Roles (WINTER) Hardhat Women Equity Initiative Program

Ten weeks of hands on training and placement in high skill careers. Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program to increase female representation in construction trades

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DISCLAIMER:
SCE does not endorse any organization listed on this site. SCE encourages customers to become knowledgeable about clean energy, generation, electrification, GHG-reduction, and energy efficiency. Any agreement between a customer and a resource included on this site is exclusive of SCE and SCE is not a party or guarantor of that agreement.

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