What Education and Training Programs Does EGSA Offer for Onsite Power Generation?

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EGSA (the Electrical Generating Systems Association) offers two main education paths for onsite power generation: a general Course Catalog of education offerings and Onsite Power Generation Schools for focused training. The site also lists EGSA Certifications (Generator Technician and Load Bank) with a separate pricing page and FAQs. Program schedules, formats, and costs are not specified on the pages reviewed, so confirm details on the linked pages before planning.

Education and Training Options on egsa.org

The site organizes education under Education, with these entry points:

Program area What it covers Where to start
About EGSA Education Overview of EGSA's education mission and offerings Education section
Course Catalog Catalog of EGSA education courses Education → Course Catalog
Onsite Power Generation Schools Focused training schools for onsite power generation Education → Onsite Power Generation Schools
Generator Technician Certifications Certification track for generator technicians Education → EGSA Certifications
Load Bank Certification Certification for load bank work Education → EGSA Certifications
Pricing Pricing information for certifications Education → EGSA Certifications → Pricing
FAQs Answers to common education and certification questions Education → FAQs

The site also publishes an OnSite Power Generation Book under Publications, which can support self-study alongside formal courses.

How to Choose the Right Path

Use the following conditions to decide where to begin:

  • You want a broad introduction to onsite power generation topics → Start with the Course Catalog to see the range of courses.
  • You want structured, school-style training → Review Onsite Power Generation Schools.
  • You need a credential for technician or load bank work → Go to EGSA Certifications, then check the Pricing page and FAQs.
  • You are exploring before committing → Read the Education FAQs and the About EGSA Education overview first.

How to Check a Program Before Registering

  1. Open the Course Catalog or Onsite Power Generation Schools page from the Education menu.
  2. Identify the course or school that matches your role (technician, engineer, sales, operations).
  3. Check the FAQs for common questions about eligibility, format, and requirements.
  4. For certifications, open the Pricing page to see cost information before applying.
  5. Confirm dates, location or delivery format, and any prerequisites on the specific program page, since these details are not listed in the site navigation.

Expected result: You will know which education track fits your goal and what to verify before registering.

Common Pitfalls

  • Assuming all programs are the same format. The site separates the Course Catalog from Onsite Power Generation Schools; check each page rather than treating them as one offering.
  • Skipping the Pricing page for certifications. Certification pricing is listed separately, so review it before committing.
  • Overlooking the FAQs. The Education FAQs address common questions that may save you a support request.
  • Expecting schedule details in the menu. Dates and locations are not shown in the navigation; open the individual program pages.

Related Resources on the Site

  • Membership — Benefits and application information, including a MyEGSA Savings Program.
  • Events — Spring and Fall conferences with sponsor and exhibit opportunities.
  • Publications — Buying Guide, OnSite Power Generation Book, and Powerline.
  • Buying Guide — Search by product category or by company to find power generation products and suppliers.

For the most current program details, use the Education section of egsa.org and follow the specific course, school, or certification page.