1. How do I register?
You can register online or print out the registration form and mail/fax it in.
2. What forms of payment do you accept?
You can pay your registration fees with a check, money order, Visa, or MasterCard.
3. How and when do I get my study guide?
You will receive your study guide the first day of class. It can be mailed to you in advance at an additional cost of $18.95.
4. Where do the testing and review sessions take place?
The testing and review sessions are currently held in the Palatine/Wheeling, IL area. The classroom sessions are held at the Holiday Inn Express located near the intersection of Rt. 53 and Dundee (Rt 68). Map The practice sessions and practical part of the certification programs will be held at Universal Construction Testing (UCT) in Wheeling, IL. located near the intersection of Northgate Parkway and Dundee Rd (Rt 68). This is just 4 miles east of the hotel.
5. What is your cancellation policy?
The latest you can cancel your registration for a full refund is 72 hours (or three business days) prior to the start of class. Cancellations less than 72 hours forfeits your registration fee.
6. Do I have to attend the procedure review session?
No, the review session is optional, however we strongly recommend it for all first-time certification attendees. It could be optional for those renewing their certification. If you need additional clarification, please contact us at 855-560-2378 or ACI-IL.certification@hotmail.com and someone will assist you.
7. What time do classes start?
All sessions will start at 8:00 am unless otherwise noted. Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early to allow for check-in.
8. What do I need to bring with me to class?
Calculator, pencil, highlighter, safety shoes, safety glasses, and ACI study guide if you received it in advance.
9. When will I receive test results?
Results will be sent to you by ACI national via U.S. mail within 2 to 4 weeks from test date. Do not contact us about availability of your test results. The Illinois Chapter does not grade the exams.
10. What if I fail the written exam?
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ACI Concrete Construction Special Inspector CCSI
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A Concrete Construction Special Inspector 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. An Associate Concrete Construction Special Inspector is a person who is knowledgeable about inspection procedures for concrete construction, including preplacement, placement, and post-placement operations; but does not have the experience required to qualify as an ACI Concrete Construction Special Inspector. For more information, please contact the Illinois Chapter Office at 855-560-2378, or at ACI-IL.certification@hotmail.com, and one of our chapter members will assist you. |
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The technical resource materials used in these programs include the following: ACI PUBLICATIONS |
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ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who: The work experience must include: The three-hour written inspection examination is "open book" and consists of approximately 80 multiple choice questions. The one-hour plans reading examination consists of approximately 20 questions and is designed to test the examinee's ability to read and understand engineering drawings. The minimum passing grade for each examination is 70%. Associate Concrete Construction Special Inspector ACI will grant certification to those applicants who meet the Field Technician prerequisite and pass both written examinations. Individuals with Associate certification can upgrade to full Inspector status upon submittal and approval of sufficient education/work experience. Recertification is necessary every five (5) years, and requires successful completion of the written examinations. Go to the ACI Bookstore on this website to order and/or obtain current pricing on any items listed below. Order Code: CP21PACK Title: Inspector Reference Package Description: This package contains all of the resource materials needed to properly prepare for certification as an ACI Concrete Construction Inspector. The ring binder contains the following materials. Inspector Workbook (includes program information, lesson plan, study aids, work experience forms and instructions); reprints of ACI documents (including ACI's Manual of Concrete Inspection, SP-2); reprints of ASTM documents; PCA's Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, and CRSI's Manual of Standard Practice. View our Certification Schedule for a list of upcoming workshops |