The certificate requires a minimum of 12 credits of coursework, including one face-to-face course. Students may choose from online and face-to-face courses in several areas of emphasis including transportation, photovoltaics, solar thermal, wind, and biomass.

Certificate courses are developed and taught by renewable energy experts from CERET partner institutions, including 

 Register with and pay tuition directly to the host institution offering each course. Then you will receive a grade from the host institution when you complete the course.

At the same time, apply for the certificate at Madison College. As you complete each course, notify Barb Anderegg who transcripts progress toward the certificate. Note that Madison College will only issue an official transcript when you complete all 12 credits. Financial aid is not available for students pursuing this certificate. Certificate credits may be combined with additional coursework to enhance traditional diploma, degree, transfer and associate programs. The credits also may be combined with additional training, job experience and/or professional examinations to qualify for certification by national renewable energy institutions.

The CERET certificate is designed to pair with existing two-year college programs.
Applicable Madison College Programs include:

For more information please see the CERET Certificate Enrollment Page