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ACI Concrete Masonry Laboratory Testing Technician Certification and Written/Performance Retest (08 May 2026)

Fri, 08 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT

This is a two day program that includes a 3 hour review session on Friday afternoon and the written and performance exams on Saturday morning. The package price includes the review, the exams, all certification fees and the ACI workbook for this program. For those needing a re-test, you will attend the Saturday morning exam session only at 7:00 a.m.

Registger on-line here by clicking on the "Register" button at the bottom left side of this page.

A Masonry Laboratory Testing Technician is an individual who has demonstrated the knowledge and ability to perform laboratory procedures required for preparation and testing of masonry construction-related materials including brick, structural clay tile, concrete masonry units, prisms, mortars, and grouts.

Scope and Knowledge:
The program requires a working knowledge of laboratory procedures selected from the following ASTM test methods and practices: Obtaining copies of the ASTM standards is the responsibility of the technician.

C90—Loadbearing Concrete Masonry Units
C140/C140M—Sampling and Testing Concrete Masonry Units and Related Units
C270—Mortar for Unit Masonry
C780 and C780 Annex—Preconstruction and Construction Evaluation of Mortars for Plain and Reinforced Unit Masonry
C1019—Sampling and Testing Grout
C1314—Compressive Strength of Masonry Prisms
C1552—Capping Concrete Masonry Units, Related Units and Masonry Prisms for Compression Testing

This program requires demonstration of the knowledge and hands-on skills covered on the Job Task Analysis (JTA):

JTA for ACI Masonry Laboratory Testing Technician Certification

The JTA is a detailed list of specific points of knowledge and skills that may be included in the examinations for this ACI Certification program. ACI urges candidates to use the JTA to prepare for the certification exams.

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination; AND
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

The one-and-a-half hour written examination is open-book and consists of approximately 70 multiple-choice questions. There are between 8 and 12 questions on each of the ASTM test methods and practices. To pass the written examination, BOTH of the following conditions must be met:

At least 60% correct for each of the required test methods and practices; AND
A minimum score of 70% overall.

The performance examination is closed-book and requires actual demonstration of select field procedures described in ASTM test methods C140/C140M, C780, C1019, C1314, and C1552. The examinee is judged on his/her ability to correctly perform (or describe, where allowed) required steps for each procedure.

Recertification is necessary every five years and requires successful completion of both the written and performance examinations.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

Individuals with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact the ACI Certification Department for further information on how to proceed. All requested for special accommodations under ADA are handled on a case-by-case basis and must be made allowing enough time for evaluation and appropriate action by ACI. To contact he contact the ACI Certification Department regarding ADA issues, call 248-848-3790. This must be done prior to attending any certification program offered by our Chapter

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1 Certification (15 May 2026)

Fri, 15 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

This is a two day program conducted in the Phoenix, Arizona area. Day 1 (Friday) consists of a classroom review session lasting 4 - 6 hours followed by the 60-minute written exam. Day 2 (Saturday) consists of a hands-on practice session followed by the performance (hands-on) exam. The package price includes the review and hands-on practice, the exams, all certification fees and the ACI workbook for this program.

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. It is your responsibility to obtain copies of the ASTM standards for study purposes. The study book does provide a good understanding of the standards but no longer print them.

http://www.concrete.org/Portals/0/Files/PDF/JTA-FTT.pdf

Scope and Knowledge:
The program requires a working knowledge of the following ASTM test methods and practices:

C1064/C1064M—Temperature of Freshly Mixed Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C172/C172M—Sampling Freshly Mixed Concrete
C143/C143M—Slump of Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C138/C138M—Density (Unit Weight), Yield, and Air Content (Gravimetric) of Concrete
C231/C231M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Pressure Method
C173/C173M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric Method
C31/C31M—Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the Field

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination; AND
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

The one-hour written examination is closed-book and consists of 55 multiple-choice questions. There are between five and ten questions on each of the ASTM test methods and practices. To pass the written examination, BOTH of the following conditions must be met:

At least 60% correct for each of the required test methods and practices; AND
A minimum score of 70% overall.

The performance examination is also "closed book" and requires actual demonstration of six of the required test methods and practices plus a verbal description of Practice C172/C172M (sampling). The examinee is judged on his/her ability to correctly perform (or describe, where allowed) all of the required steps for each procedure.

Recertification is necessary every five years and requires successful completion of both the written and performance examination. Proper PPE is required to attend all sessions. Face Protection during the Covid virus is mandated inside and during exams, long sleeve shirt, long pants, gloves, closed toe shoes and safety glasses. You may be denied the exams if you do not have proper safety gear.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician Certification and Written/Performance Retest (15 May 2026)

Fri, 15 May 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Registger on-line here by clicking on the "Register" button at the bottom left side of this page.

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.

Scope and Knowledge:
The program requires a working knowledge of the following ASTM practices and test methods: You are responsible for obtaining the ASTM standards for study purposes. They are no longer printed in the study manual.

C617/C617M—Capping Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
C1231/C1231M—Unbonded Caps for Concrete Cylinders
C39/C39M—Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
C78/C78M—Flexural Strength of Concrete

Job-task analysis (JTA) for ACI Certification of Concrete Strength Testing Technician

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination, and
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

The one-hour written examination is closed-book and consists of approximately 40 multiple-choice questions. There are at least eight questions on each of the practices and test methods. To pass the written examination, both of the following conditions must be met:

At least 60% correct for each of the required practices and test methods, and
A minimum score of 70% overall.

The performance examination is also closed-book and requires actual demonstration of the required practices and test methods. The examinee is judged on his/her ability to correctly perform all of the required steps for each procedure. Recertification is necessary every five years* and requires successful completion of both the written and performance examinations.

*NOTE: Certifications initiated prior to January 1, 2008, were granted certification for six years. Due to a policy change, however, individuals initiating the certification process January 1, 2008, and later will be certified for five years. Proper PPE must be worn during exams and review sessions. Face protection, safety glasses, long pants/sleeve shirt, closed toe shoes and gloves. You many not be denied your exam if not in proper attire. If you are feeling sick, please do not come and reschedule with the ACI office.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

ACI Written Retest session for various programs (16 May 2026)

Sat, 16 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

WRITTEN RETEST SESSION FOR VARIOUS PROGRAMS.

If you have taken a certification class and have been notified that you did not pass the written exam this session is for you. Please select the correct exam you need.

We limit seats for this session to 15.

AZ ACI with SEAoA invite you to our May Chapter Meeting - The Future of Cement (19 May 2026)

Tue, 19 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT

The Future of Cement

Blended cements are a cornerstone of the cement industry’s transition toward carbon neutrality, as outlined in the Portland Cement Association Roadmap to Carbon Neutrality. By incorporating supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) such as fly ash, slag, and limestone, blended cements reduce the reliance on traditional clinker—the most carbon-intensive component of cement production.

This approach directly lowers embodied carbon while maintaining or enhancing performance characteristics like durability, workability, and long-term strength. As the industry advances toward net-zero goals, blended cements represent one of the most immediate, scalable, and cost-effective strategies available.

Aligned with the PCA roadmap, increased adoption of Portland-limestone cement (PLC) and other blended systems plays a critical role in reducing CO₂ emissions, conserving natural resources, and supporting sustainable infrastructure development. This presentation explores the types of blended cements, their performance benefits, implementation challenges, and their essential role in achieving a carbon-neutral built environment.

Presented by: Gary Kirk, CalPortland

CalPortland Company is a leading vertically integrated producer of cement, concrete, aggregates, and construction materials in the Western United States. Gary Kirk is Vice President of Cement Technical Services for CalPortland Company and works out of the “Crestmore Center of Technical Excellence” in Jurupa Valley, CA. Focusing on research, quality assurance, and developing innovative, and sustainable products. CalPortland develops innovative products like its ADVANCEMENT™ line of low-carbon cements, which are based on specific blended formulations. Its Carbon Reduction Team focuses on science-based strategies for decarbonization.CalPortland is a major producer of cement in the Western United States with four manufacturing facilities, and five deep-water import terminals. Gary is responsible for Technical Services for domestically manufactured cement, imported cement, and transfer cement terminals throughout CalPortland. Gary has over 35 years of experience in the industry and active in numerous associations.

Aggregates Testing Technician Level 1 (05 Jun 2026)

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

This is a two day program that includes two sessions: the classroom review session on Friday morning and hands-on practice during the afternoon and the written and performance exams on Saturday morning. The package price includes the review, the exams, all certification fees and the ACI workbook for this program (CP-44).

An Aggregate Testing Technician - Level 1 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. It is the responsibility of the Technician to obtain copy of the ASTM standards required for this program. Please note, Certification is NOT TRAINING. It is the responsibility of the Technician to obtain adequate training and exposure to the practices before coming to take the exam.

Scope and Knowledge

The program requires a working knowledge of the following AASHTO/ASTM Standards:

T2 / D75 - Sampling Aggregates
T248 / C702 - Reducing Samples of Aggregate to Testing Size
T11 / C117 - Materials Finer Than 75-µm (No. 200) Sieve in Mineral Aggregates by Washing
T27 / C136 - Sieve Analysis of Fine and Coarse Aggregates
T85 / C127 - Specific Gravity and Absorption of Coarse Aggregate
T84 / C128 - Specific Gravity and Absorption of Fine Aggregate
T255 / C566 - Total Moisture Content of Aggregate by Drying
T21 / C40 - Organic Impurities in Fine Aggregate for Concrete

Certification Requirements

ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination, and
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

The two-hour written examination is "open book" and consists of approximately 100 multiple choice questions. There are 8 to 12 questions on each of the Standards. To pass the written examination, both of the following conditions must be met:

At least 60% correct for each of the required standards, and
A minimum score of 70% overall.

The performance examination is closed-book and requires actual demonstration of the required Standards. The examinee is judged on his/her ability to correctly perform or describe all of the required procedures for each standard.

Recertification is necessary every five years, and requires successful completion of both the written and performance examinations.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

Tucson ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician Certification and Written/Performance Retest (05 Jun 2026)

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 22:30:00 GMT

This is a two day program that includes a 2 to 4 hour review session on Friday afternoon and the written and performance exams on Saturday morning. The package price includes the review, the exams, all certification fees and the ACI workbook for this program (CP-19). For those needing a re-test, you will attend the Saturday morning exam session only at 8:00 a.m.. Please note, Certification IS NOT TRAINING. It is the responsibility of the technician to obtain proper training and experience before taking these exams.

C617/C617M—Capping Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
C1231/C1231M—Unbonded Caps for Concrete Cylinders
C39/C39M—Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
C78/C78M—Flexural Strength of Concrete

Job-task analysis (JTA) for ACI Certification of Concrete Strength Testing Technician

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination, and
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

At least 60% correct for each of the required practices and test methods, and
A minimum score of 70% overall.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

Tucson Written Retest Session for Concrete Field Testing Technician (06 Jun 2026)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 16:30:00 GMT

WRITTEN RETEST SESSION FOR ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1

This is a written retest ONLY for those who have taken the exam within the last year and have been notified by ACI that they did not pass the exam. There is NO review or practice given. This is a one hour exam only. For those needing the practical retest, you must register for the exam during the regular Field Testing Exam sessions. You must bring an ID, pencil, and calculator for this exam.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1 Certification (19 Jun 2026)

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

http://www.concrete.org/Portals/0/Files/PDF/JTA-FTT.pdf

Scope and Knowledge:
The program requires a working knowledge of the following ASTM test methods and practices:

C1064/C1064M—Temperature of Freshly Mixed Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C172/C172M—Sampling Freshly Mixed Concrete
C143/C143M—Slump of Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C138/C138M—Density (Unit Weight), Yield, and Air Content (Gravimetric) of Concrete
C231/C231M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Pressure Method
C173/C173M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric Method
C31/C31M—Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the Field

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination; AND
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

At least 60% correct for each of the required test methods and practices; AND
A minimum score of 70% overall.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

AZ ACI - Invites you to the 2026 BOWLING Tournament (26 Jun 2026)

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Register NOW for BOWLING!!

Please plan to join us for our MOST popular Event of the year - BOWLING!!!!

If you don't bowl, you can sign up to join us for networking, food and drinks! MANY Prizes, games, food, drinks, and lots of fun will be had by ALL! Prizes for Most Gutter Balls, Most Strikes and Highest Scoring Team. Sign up your Team and come join us!! This Event sells out, so sign up early to reserve your spot! Teams can wear uniforms for the chance to Win $100 for each person on the team who wins BEST Dressed!

Friday June 26th at BOWLMOR Lanes 9027 E. Via Linda - Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Registration will begin at 11:15 with Bowling from 12:00-2:00

We depend on our Sponsors make this our BEST event, Please consider a sponsor for $200! Questions - contact Beth at azaci@outlook.com

2025 Team Winner: Coreslab Structures

2025 Team Uniform Winners: Martin Marietta

Tucson ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1 Certification (10 Jul 2026)

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT

This is a two day program conducted in Tucson at the CalPortland Plant located at: 6601 N. Casa Grande Hwy. Tucson, AZ Day 1 (Friday) consists of a classroom review session lasting 4 - 6 hours followed by the 60-minute written exam. Day 2 (Saturday) consists of a hands-on practice session followed by the performance (hands-on) exam. The package price includes the review and hands-on practice, the exams, all certification fees and the ACI workbook for this program.

Scope and Knowledge:
The program requires a working knowledge of the following ASTM test methods and practices:

C1064/C1064M—Temperature of Freshly Mixed Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C172/C172M—Sampling Freshly Mixed Concrete
C143/C143M—Slump of Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C138/C138M—Density (Unit Weight), Yield, and Air Content (Gravimetric) of Concrete
C231/C231M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Pressure Method
C173/C173M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric Method
C31/C31M—Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the Field

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination; AND
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

At least 60% correct for each of the required test methods and practices; AND
A minimum score of 70% overall.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1 Certification (17 Jul 2026)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

http://www.concrete.org/Portals/0/Files/PDF/JTA-FTT.pdf

Scope and Knowledge:
The program requires a working knowledge of the following ASTM test methods and practices:

C1064/C1064M—Temperature of Freshly Mixed Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C172/C172M—Sampling Freshly Mixed Concrete
C143/C143M—Slump of Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C138/C138M—Density (Unit Weight), Yield, and Air Content (Gravimetric) of Concrete
C231/C231M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Pressure Method
C173/C173M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric Method
C31/C31M—Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the Field

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination; AND
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

At least 60% correct for each of the required test methods and practices; AND
A minimum score of 70% overall.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician Certification and Written/Performance Retest (17 Jul 2026)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Registger on-line here by clicking on the "Register" button at the bottom left side of this page.

C617/C617M—Capping Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
C1231/C1231M—Unbonded Caps for Concrete Cylinders
C39/C39M—Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
C78/C78M—Flexural Strength of Concrete

Job-task analysis (JTA) for ACI Certification of Concrete Strength Testing Technician

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination, and
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

At least 60% correct for each of the required practices and test methods, and
A minimum score of 70% overall.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

ACI Written Retest session for various programs (18 Jul 2026)

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

WRITTEN RETEST SESSION FOR VARIOUS PROGRAMS.

If you have taken a certification class and have been notified that you did not pass the written exam this session is for you. Please select the correct exam you need.

We limit seats for this session to 15.

ACI Concrete Flatwork Finisher Performance Exam (24 Jul 2026)

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Arizona ACI and Concrete Contractors Association of Arizona Invite you to attend:

This certification exam is a one day event. The ACI Concrete Flatwork Finisher certification designation was created to certify individuals with hands-on finishing skills and experience but doing so without the requirement of a written exam.

The Concrete Flatwork Finisher is an individual who has demonstrated the experience and skills (via a hands-on performance exam) necessary to place, consolidate, finish, edge, joint, cure and protect concrete flatwork. It is important to note that this certification does NOT include a written exam. It is based solely on the performance examination plus verified work experience.

ACI will grant Concrete Flatwork Finisher certification to those candidates who:

Possess 1500 hours of actual on-the-job finishing experience (approximately one year of regular full-time work) AND

Successfully pass the performance examination.

Candidates must also submit 1500 hours of work experience using the forms available on the ACI website. The submission requirements will differ for individual employees versus union participants and versus self-employed individuals.

The CP-10 workbook is used for content of all the necessary information to perform this exam.

Where is ACI Certification Required?

When construction projects reference ACI Specifications for Concrete Construction (ACI #)!) as part of their construction documents, ACI Flatwork Finisher or Advanced Concrete Flatwork Finisher certification becomes required. According to ACI 301-20:

5.3.4.1 Finisher qualifications - Unless otherwise specified, at least one finisher or finishing supervisor shall be a certified ACI Flatwork Finisher or Advanced Concrete Flatwork Finisher or equivalent.

Scope and Knowledge:

The JTA is a detailed list of specific points of knowledge and/or skills that may be included in the examinations for this ACI Certification program. ACI urges candidates to use the JTA to prepare for the certification exams.

JTA for ACI Certification of Concrete Flatwork Associate, Finisher, and Advanced Finisher

Certification Requirements:

Concrete Flatwork Associate: ACI will grant certification to those candidates who obtain a passing grade on the performance examination.

Certification is valid for a period of five years from the date of successfully completing all requirements.

Individuals with Concrete Flatwork Associate certification can upgrade to Advanced Finisher status upon submittal and approval of sufficient work experience or combination of sufficient work experience and passing the ACI performance examination. Certification at the Advanced Finisher level is valid for the remainder of the original Associate certification period.

Advanced Concrete Flatwork Finisher: ACI will grant certification to those candidates who obtain a passing grade on the written examination PLUS either:

Possess 1,500 hours of actual on-the-job finishing* experience (approximately one year of regular full-time work) AND successfully complete the performance examination**, OR
Possess 4,500 hours of actual on-the-job finishing* experience (approximately three years of regular full-time work)

Certification is valid for a period of five years from the date of successfully completing all requirements.

PPE is required for all Performance exams. Long sleeve shirts, long pants, closed toe boots, gloves, safety glasses.

We provide all tools and materials required for this exam. Locations vary for every exam session.

Aggregates Testing Technician Level 1 (07 Aug 2026)

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Scope and Knowledge

The program requires a working knowledge of the following AASHTO/ASTM Standards:

T2 / D75 - Sampling Aggregates
T248 / C702 - Reducing Samples of Aggregate to Testing Size
T11 / C117 - Materials Finer Than 75-µm (No. 200) Sieve in Mineral Aggregates by Washing
T27 / C136 - Sieve Analysis of Fine and Coarse Aggregates
T85 / C127 - Specific Gravity and Absorption of Coarse Aggregate
T84 / C128 - Specific Gravity and Absorption of Fine Aggregate
T255 / C566 - Total Moisture Content of Aggregate by Drying
T21 / C40 - Organic Impurities in Fine Aggregate for Concrete

Certification Requirements

ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination, and
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

At least 60% correct for each of the required standards, and
A minimum score of 70% overall.

Recertification is necessary every five years, and requires successful completion of both the written and performance examinations.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1 Certification (14 Aug 2026)

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

http://www.concrete.org/Portals/0/Files/PDF/JTA-FTT.pdf

Scope and Knowledge:
The program requires a working knowledge of the following ASTM test methods and practices:

C1064/C1064M—Temperature of Freshly Mixed Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C172/C172M—Sampling Freshly Mixed Concrete
C143/C143M—Slump of Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C138/C138M—Density (Unit Weight), Yield, and Air Content (Gravimetric) of Concrete
C231/C231M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Pressure Method
C173/C173M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric Method
C31/C31M—Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the Field

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination; AND
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

At least 60% correct for each of the required test methods and practices; AND
A minimum score of 70% overall.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

Tucson ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician Certification and Written/Performance Retest (11 Sep 2026)

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

C617/C617M—Capping Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
C1231/C1231M—Unbonded Caps for Concrete Cylinders
C39/C39M—Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
C78/C78M—Flexural Strength of Concrete

Job-task analysis (JTA) for ACI Certification of Concrete Strength Testing Technician

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination, and
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

At least 60% correct for each of the required practices and test methods, and
A minimum score of 70% overall.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

Tucson Written Retest Session for Concrete Field Testing Technician (12 Sep 2026)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

WRITTEN RETEST SESSION FOR ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1 Certification (18 Sep 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

http://www.concrete.org/Portals/0/Files/PDF/JTA-FTT.pdf

Scope and Knowledge:
The program requires a working knowledge of the following ASTM test methods and practices:

C1064/C1064M—Temperature of Freshly Mixed Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C172/C172M—Sampling Freshly Mixed Concrete
C143/C143M—Slump of Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C138/C138M—Density (Unit Weight), Yield, and Air Content (Gravimetric) of Concrete
C231/C231M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Pressure Method
C173/C173M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric Method
C31/C31M—Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the Field

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination; AND
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

At least 60% correct for each of the required test methods and practices; AND
A minimum score of 70% overall.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

ACI Concrete Masonry Field Testing Technician Certification and Written/Performance Retest (25 Sep 2026)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 21:00:00 GMT

This is a two day program that includes a 3 to 4 hour review session on Friday afternoon and the written and performance exams on Saturday morning. The package price includes the review, the exams, all certification fees and the ACI workbook for this program. For those needing a re-test, you will attend the Saturday morning exam session only at 7:00 a.m.

Registger on-line here by clicking on the "Register" button at the bottom left side of this page.

A Masonry Field Testing Technician is an individual who has demonstrated the knowledge and ability to perform sample preparation and testing of masonry construction-related materials—including materials for brick, structural clay tile, concrete masonry units, prisms, mortars, and grouts—in the field.

Scope and Knowledge:
The program requires a working knowledge of field procedures selected from the following ASTM test methods and practices: Obtaining copies of the ASTM Standards is the responsibility of the technician taking the exam session.

C67—Sampling and Testing Brick and Structural Clay Tile
C140/C140M—Sampling and Testing Concrete Masonry Units and Related Units
C780 and C780 Annex—Preconstruction and Construction Evaluation of Mortars for Plain and Reinforced Unit Masonry
C1019—Sampling and Testing Grout
C1314—Compressive Strength of Masonry Prisms

This program requires demonstration of the knowledge and hands-on skills covered on the Job Task Analysis (JTA):

JTA for ACI Masonry Field Testing Technician Certification

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination; AND
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

The one-hour written examination is closed-book and consists of approximately 60 multiple-choice questions. There are between 8 and 12 questions on each of the ASTM test methods and practices. To pass the written examination, BOTH of the following conditions must be met:

At least 60% correct for each of the required test methods and practices; AND
A minimum score of 70% overall.

The performance examination is also closed-book and requires actual demonstration of select field procedures described in ASTM test methods C140/C140M, C780, and C1019. The examinee is judged on his/her ability to correctly perform (or describe, where allowed) required steps for each procedure.

Recertification is necessary every five years and requires successful completion of both the written and performance examinations.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

ACI Aggregate/Soils Base Testing Technician (02 Oct 2026)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Aggregate/Soils Base Testing Technician

Definition:

An Aggregate Base Testing Technician—ASTM Methods 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 and soils using ASTM standards.

Scope and Knowledge:

This program requires demonstration of the knowledge covered on the Job Task Analysis (JTA):

JTA for ACI Aggregate Base Testing Technician—ASTM Methods Certification

The JTA is a detailed list of specific points of knowledge that may be included in the examinations for this ACI Certification program. ACI urges candidates to use the JTA to prepare for the certification exams.

The program requires a working knowledge of the following ASTM standards:

ASTM D75/D75M-19—Standard Practice for Sampling Aggregates
ASTM C702/C702M-18—Standard Test Method for Reducing Samples of Aggregate to Testing Size
ASTM D4318-17—Standard Test Methods for Liquid Limit, Plastic Limit, and Plasticity Index of Soils
ASTM D7928-21e1—Standard Test Method for Particle-Size Distribution (Gradation) of Fine-Grained Soils Using the Sedimentation (Hydrometer) Analysis
ASTM D2216-19—Standard Test Methods for Laboratory Determination of Water (Moisture) Content of Soil and Rock by Mass
ASTM D1557-12(21)—Standard Test Methods for Laboratory Compaction Characteristics of Soil Using Modified Effort (56,000 ft-lbf/ft3 (2,700 kN-m/ m3))
ASTM D698-12(21)—Standard Test Methods for Laboratory Compaction Characteristics of Soil Using Standard Effort (12,400 ft-lbf/ft3 (600 kN-m/ m3))

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

Both the written and performance examinations for Aggregate Base Testing Technician—ASTM Methods must be passed within a one-year period.
A candidate who is certified as Aggregate Base Testing Technician—AASHTO Methods may become certified as Aggregate Base Testing Technician—ASTM Methods by passing the written examination (only) for Aggregate Base Testing Technician—ASTM Methods within one year of having achieved the Aggregate Base Testing Technician—AASHTO Methods certification.

The two-hour written examination is open-book and consists of approximately 75 multiple-choice questions. There are 8 to 12 questions on each of the standards.

To pass the written examination, both of the following conditions must be met:

At least 60% correct for each of the required standards, and
A minimum score of 70% overall.

The performance examination is closed-book and requires actual demonstration of the required standards. The examinee is judged on his/her ability to correctly perform or describe all of the required procedures for each standard.

Certification is valid for a period of five years from the date of successfully completing all requirements.

Recertification requires successful completion of both the written and performance examinations.

A candidate who is certified as Aggregate Base Testing Technician—AASHTO Methods may become certified as Aggregate Base Testing Technician—ASTM Methods by passing the written examination (only) for Aggregate Base Testing Technician—ASTM Methods within one year of having achieved the Aggregate Base Testing Technician— AASHTO Methods certification.

Certification is valid for a period of five years from the date of successfully completing all requirements.

Recertification requires successful completion of both the written and performance examinations.

Aggregates Testing Technician Level 1 (03 Oct 2026)

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Scope and Knowledge

The program requires a working knowledge of the following AASHTO/ASTM Standards:

T2 / D75 - Sampling Aggregates
T248 / C702 - Reducing Samples of Aggregate to Testing Size
T11 / C117 - Materials Finer Than 75-µm (No. 200) Sieve in Mineral Aggregates by Washing
T27 / C136 - Sieve Analysis of Fine and Coarse Aggregates
T85 / C127 - Specific Gravity and Absorption of Coarse Aggregate
T84 / C128 - Specific Gravity and Absorption of Fine Aggregate
T255 / C566 - Total Moisture Content of Aggregate by Drying
T21 / C40 - Organic Impurities in Fine Aggregate for Concrete

Certification Requirements

ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination, and
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

At least 60% correct for each of the required standards, and
A minimum score of 70% overall.

Recertification is necessary every five years, and requires successful completion of both the written and performance examinations.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1 Certification (16 Oct 2026)

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

http://www.concrete.org/Portals/0/Files/PDF/JTA-FTT.pdf

Scope and Knowledge:
The program requires a working knowledge of the following ASTM test methods and practices:

C1064/C1064M—Temperature of Freshly Mixed Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C172/C172M—Sampling Freshly Mixed Concrete
C143/C143M—Slump of Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C138/C138M—Density (Unit Weight), Yield, and Air Content (Gravimetric) of Concrete
C231/C231M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Pressure Method
C173/C173M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric Method
C31/C31M—Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the Field

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination; AND
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

At least 60% correct for each of the required test methods and practices; AND
A minimum score of 70% overall.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

Tucson ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1 Certification (23 Oct 2026)

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Scope and Knowledge:
The program requires a working knowledge of the following ASTM test methods and practices:

C1064/C1064M—Temperature of Freshly Mixed Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C172/C172M—Sampling Freshly Mixed Concrete
C143/C143M—Slump of Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C138/C138M—Density (Unit Weight), Yield, and Air Content (Gravimetric) of Concrete
C231/C231M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Pressure Method
C173/C173M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric Method
C31/C31M—Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the Field

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination; AND
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

At least 60% correct for each of the required test methods and practices; AND
A minimum score of 70% overall.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

ACI Concrete Masonry Laboratory Testing Technician Certification and Written/Performance Retest (23 Oct 2026)

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT

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C90—Loadbearing Concrete Masonry Units
C140/C140M—Sampling and Testing Concrete Masonry Units and Related Units
C270—Mortar for Unit Masonry
C780 and C780 Annex—Preconstruction and Construction Evaluation of Mortars for Plain and Reinforced Unit Masonry
C1019—Sampling and Testing Grout
C1314—Compressive Strength of Masonry Prisms
C1552—Capping Concrete Masonry Units, Related Units and Masonry Prisms for Compression Testing

This program requires demonstration of the knowledge and hands-on skills covered on the Job Task Analysis (JTA):

JTA for ACI Masonry Laboratory Testing Technician Certification

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination; AND
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

At least 60% correct for each of the required test methods and practices; AND
A minimum score of 70% overall.

Recertification is necessary every five years and requires successful completion of both the written and performance examinations.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1 Certification (13 Nov 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

http://www.concrete.org/Portals/0/Files/PDF/JTA-FTT.pdf

Scope and Knowledge:
The program requires a working knowledge of the following ASTM test methods and practices:

C1064/C1064M—Temperature of Freshly Mixed Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C172/C172M—Sampling Freshly Mixed Concrete
C143/C143M—Slump of Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C138/C138M—Density (Unit Weight), Yield, and Air Content (Gravimetric) of Concrete
C231/C231M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Pressure Method
C173/C173M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric Method
C31/C31M—Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the Field

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination; AND
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

At least 60% correct for each of the required test methods and practices; AND
A minimum score of 70% overall.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician Certification and Written/Performance Retest (20 Nov 2026)

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

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C617/C617M—Capping Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
C1231/C1231M—Unbonded Caps for Concrete Cylinders
C39/C39M—Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
C78/C78M—Flexural Strength of Concrete

Job-task analysis (JTA) for ACI Certification of Concrete Strength Testing Technician

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination, and
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

At least 60% correct for each of the required practices and test methods, and
A minimum score of 70% overall.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

Aggregates Testing Technician Level 1 (04 Dec 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Scope and Knowledge

The program requires a working knowledge of the following AASHTO/ASTM Standards:

T2 / D75 - Sampling Aggregates
T248 / C702 - Reducing Samples of Aggregate to Testing Size
T11 / C117 - Materials Finer Than 75-µm (No. 200) Sieve in Mineral Aggregates by Washing
T27 / C136 - Sieve Analysis of Fine and Coarse Aggregates
T85 / C127 - Specific Gravity and Absorption of Coarse Aggregate
T84 / C128 - Specific Gravity and Absorption of Fine Aggregate
T255 / C566 - Total Moisture Content of Aggregate by Drying
T21 / C40 - Organic Impurities in Fine Aggregate for Concrete

Certification Requirements

ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination, and
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

At least 60% correct for each of the required standards, and
A minimum score of 70% overall.

Recertification is necessary every five years, and requires successful completion of both the written and performance examinations.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1 Certification (11 Dec 2026)

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 14:00:00 GMT

http://www.concrete.org/Portals/0/Files/PDF/JTA-FTT.pdf

Scope and Knowledge:
The program requires a working knowledge of the following ASTM test methods and practices:

C1064/C1064M—Temperature of Freshly Mixed Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C172/C172M—Sampling Freshly Mixed Concrete
C143/C143M—Slump of Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C138/C138M—Density (Unit Weight), Yield, and Air Content (Gravimetric) of Concrete
C231/C231M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Pressure Method
C173/C173M—Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric Method
C31/C31M—Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the Field

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

A passing grade on the ACI written examination; AND
Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

At least 60% correct for each of the required test methods and practices; AND
A minimum score of 70% overall.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.