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About our Concrete Certifications

The construction industry has never depended more on rigorous quality control and quality assurance to deliver a built environment that truly serves society. Central to achieving these standards is a workforce of well‑trained, highly qualified inspectors. To support this need, the American Concrete Institute provides comprehensive training materials and certification examinations, ensuring professionals are equipped to uphold the highest levels of quality.

The Eastern Pennsylvania & Delaware Chapter of ACI (formerly the Delaware Valley Chapter) advances this mission locally by offering review sessions and administering certification exams throughout eastern Pennsylvania and Delaware.

Founded in 1904, the American Concrete Institute is an international technical and educational organization dedicated to improving the design, construction, maintenance, and repair of concrete structures. The Eastern Pennsylvania & Delaware Chapter proudly carries this mission forward in our region, promoting excellence and supporting the professionals who shape our built environment.

Important Details

We strongly encourage all candidates planning to take a Certification Examination to enroll in a review session beforehand. Those who choose not to participate in a review session should obtain the appropriate text package and prepare through self‑study.
Please visit the Certification Event Calendar page for the most up‑to‑date information on dates, locations, and pricing.
If you do not pass either the written or performance portion of the exam, you may register to retake the portion you did not pass within one year of the original exam date. After one year has elapsed, both the written and performance exams must be retaken.
Individuals interested in joining the Eastern Pennsylvania & Delaware Chapter of ACI are welcome to apply—simply visit the Membership page.
Contract Sessions: Companies or groups wishing to schedule a private review session and/or examination outside the posted schedule may contact the Chapter Headquarters to discuss available dates, arrangements, and associated costs.
All review sessions and exam dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Courses and exams may be cancelled in the event of low enrollment.

Instructions

Courses are either one or two days, depending on which program you are taking. Please refer to individual program descriptions for detailed information.
Prior to the exam familiarize yourself with the publications if provided.
You will receive an email within two weeks prior to the review/exam date confirming your attendance along with any additional instructions.
On exam day, there is a brief review of test procedures, followed by the written exam.
Requirements for taking the exam are a No. 2 pencil and technician workbook. You may not use cell phones or programmable calculators during the exam. You may bring a simple calculator.
During the performance portion of the exam you will be working outdoors and with fresh concrete. Please dress accordingly.

Review Sessions & Exams

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At the present time we conduct review sessions and exams for the following certifications:

Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade 1

A Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I is an individual who has demonstrated the knowledge and ability to properly perform and record the results of seven basic field tests on freshly mixed concrete.

Concrete Construction Special Inspector

A Concrete Construction Special Inspector (CCSI) is a person qualified to inspect and record the results of concrete construction inspection based on codes and job specifications. The program covers inspection during preplacement, placement, and post-placement operations.

Reference materials are not included. You may purchase reference materials separately at the ACI Book Store - https://www.concrete.org/store.aspx

Concrete Strength Testing Technician

A Concrete Strength Testing Technician is an individual who has demonstrated the knowledge and ability to properly perform, record, and report the results of four basic laboratory procedures related to the determination of concrete compressive and flexural strength.

The one-hour written examination is closed-book and consists of approximately 40 multiple-choice questions. The performance examination is also closed-book and requires actual demonstration of the required practices and test methods.

Aggregate Testing Technician

An Aggregate Testing Technician is an individual who has demonstrated the knowledge and ability to properly perform, record, and report the results of basic field and laboratory procedures for aggregates.

The two-hour written examination is open-book and consists of approximately 100 multiple-choice questions. The performance examination is closed-book and requires actual demonstration of the required standards

Concrete Transportation Construction Inspector

A Concrete Transportation Construction Inspector is a person who has demonstrated proficiency in concrete inspection methods for transportation projects, including preplacement, placement, and post-placement operations.

The below are exam sessions only (no review). Reference materials are not included. You may purchase reference materials separately at the ACI Book Store - https://www.concrete.org/store.aspx

Post-Installed Concrete Anchor Installation Inspector

A certified Post-Installed Concrete Anchor Installation Inspector* is an individual who has demonstrated the knowledge required to properly inspect the installation of post-installed adhesive and mechanical anchors in concrete. The Inspector must understand the responsibilities and qualification requirements of the Installer, inspection requirements as cited in the documents governing the construction of the project, and the process governing the qualification of anchor systems. *This expanded program includes and covers all of the Adhesive Anchor Installation Inspector program materials; certification candidates are now directed to this program for concrete anchor inspection certification.