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Small Wind Energy InstallerCertification ReleasedWith future projections in place for small wind to increase drastically in the next few years, ETA International has released the firstlevel of the Small Wind Energy Installer certification to fill the need for qualified workers.Residential wind turbine installers usually work for companies specializing in alternative energy systems. Job functions of a smallwind installer usually include mounting the support structure, raising the turbine into position, verifying proper wiring and operationof the turbine. Wind turbine installations can be stand-alone, grid-tied or grid interactive. The small wind turbine installerusually works with other supervisory personnel, as per state and local codes, and licensed electricians, when necessary.“Small wind turbines are becoming increasingly popular as the cost of electricity rises, and as the general population becomesmore aware of the environmental impact of burning fossil fuels…ETA’s certification in this field demonstrates to employers that thetechnician has acquired both practical skills and theoretical knowledge in this expanding area of renewable energy,“ said PhilipSchmitt, CET, FCC ETA Subject Matter Expert, Licensed Broadcasting Engineer and Technical Writer.ETA International’s Alternative Energy Certifications are intended to be the most comprehensive programs available today. Theyrequire a hands-on training component that other certification providers do not require. Other energies to be covered in the programinclude: Solar Thermal, Geothermal, Micro Hydro, Fuel Cells, and Stirling Technologies. The Photovoltaic Installer Level 1has already been released. ETA is accredited and its programs follow the ISO-17024 standards.“Releasing this certification, further validates the skills of several individuals who are seeking employment in this tough economy,”stated Teresa Maher, ETA International President. “This goes hand-in-hand with what ETA’s mission has been for the past 31 years.The ETA Small Wind Energy Installer Certification fee is $150. Learn more about ETA’s Alternative Energy Program at www.certifymegreen.orgor call 800.288.3824.CERTIFIEDSERVICECENTERThe mission of theCertifi ed ServiceCenter programis to encourageprofessionalismwithin the serviceindustry and topublicly identify thoseservicefacilities that strive toprovide honest,competent andprofessional service. Theprogramis designed to providepositive service experiencesto all consumers.The Certified ServiceCenter designation ispresented to thoseservice facilities thatprovide a level of serviceprofessionalismthat meets or exceedsthe high levels establishedby therequirements ofthis certifi cation.For more info, pleasevisit the CSC website at:www.c-csc.orgNEW CSC’sFrontier Radio Communications,Inc.8745 E Orchard Rd Ste 518Greenwood Village CO 80111303-694-9880Savannah Communications11 Minus AveGarden City GA 31408912-964-1479D&D Communications13444 L StreetOmaha NE 68137402-895-6100Shreveport Communications933 Stoner AveShreveport LA 71101800-259-4110Radio Communications ofCharleston102 Farm RdGoose Creek SC 29445843-553-4101ApprovedNov/Dec 2009Columbus Communications, Inc.6171 Gateway RoadColumbus GA 31909706-563-7878Hasty’s Communications &Electronics, Inc.1515 Rebel RdTifton GA 31793800-226-3592AllPoints Communications, Inc.12131 Jones Maltsberger RdSan Antonio TX 78247210-348-9205Telecom Communications, Inc.234 Newtown RoadPlainview NY 11803516-777-3333CONGRATULATIONSTo Our New and/or RenewedETA Course Approvals!Applied Professional TrainingCarlsbad, CASmall Wind Turbine Installer (SWI-L1)Albany Technical CollegeAlbany, GeorgiaFiber Optics Installer (FOI)Mid-Michigan Community CollegeHarrison, MIPhotovoltaic Installer (PVI-L1)Small Wind Turbine Installer (SWI-L1)Unitek EducationFremont, CAPhotovoltaic Installer (PVI-L1)Michigan Career and Technical CenterPlainwell, MISmall Wind Turbine Installer (SWI-L1)2 | The High-Tech News | JAN/FEB2010