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 Strength Testing Technician Certification
| This certification is for personnel involved in laboratory testing for determination of compressive and flexural strength of concrete. A working knowledge of the following ASTM standards is required for this certification:
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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ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both criteria:
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The one-hour written examination is “closed book” and consists of approximately 40 multiple choice questions. The performance exam, which is also "closed book," requires you to perform or describe all of the required procedures for each ASTM standard. Once you pass both the written and performance exams, you are certified as a Concrete Strength Testing Technician for six years. Certification registration fees include the current ACI Study Guide, procedure review session, written and performance exams. The mandatory procedure review consists of an oral presentation and viewing the ACI video tape of the testing procedures. THIS IS NOT A TRAINING COURSE! View our Certification Schedule for a list of upcoming workshops |