ACI SELF-CONSOLIDATING CONCRETE TESTING TECHNICIAN

2025-2026 ACI SELF-CONSOLIDATING CONCRETE certification

 Please review the class schedule and recommendations below.

  1. Class will begin at 8:30 am and will end around 4:00 pm.
  2. This is a certification course not a complete training class. Students are expected to be familiar with the course material and how to perform the tests before arriving to the certification course.
  3. The class will be a review of the 5 ASTM test methods, followed by a laboratory demonstration and practice session. The written and laboratory exam will follow.
  4. Be prepared to test concrete – safety boots or shoes, clothes you don’t mind getting concrete on, and safety glasses recommended.
  5. The SCC sessions will be limited to 15 students.
  6. The MCA will provide disposable gloves.
  7. Each student will receive their classroom materials, including the ACI Self-Consolidating Concrete Testing Certification workbook, 2 weeks before the exam.
  8. Lunch will be provided. Pre-packaged snacks and beverages will be available.
  9. Doors to the training center will be open 15 minutes prior to the class starting.

 If you have questions, please contact our office at 517.347.7720 or email Lisa Clegg at LISA@MICONCRETE.ORG

 

SELF CONSOLIDATING CONCRETE CERTIFICATION

A Self-Consolidating Concrete Testing Technician is an individual who has demonstrated the knowledge of and ability to properly perform five standard test methods and practices on self-consolidating concrete

Scope and Knowledge:

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

JTA for ACI Certification Self-Consolidating Concrete Testing Technician

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.


This program assesses proficiency in the following ASTM test methods and practices:

  • C1610/C1610M – 14—Static Segregation of Self-Consolidating Concrete Using Column Technique
  • C1611/C1611M – 14—Slump Flow of Self-Consolidating Concrete
  • C1621/C1621M – 14—Passing Ability of Self-Consolidating Concrete by J-Ring
  • C1712 – 14—Rapid Assessment of Static Segregation Resistance of Self-Consolidating Concrete Using Penetration Test
  • C1758/C1758M – 15—Fabricating Test Specimens with Self-Consolidating Concrete

CERTIFICATION REGISTRATION OPENS IN OCTOBER EACH YEAR

Certification Requirements:

ACI will grant certification to candidates who meet both of the following requirements:

  1. Passing score on the written examination, AND
  2. Successful completion of the performance examination.

The one-hour written examination is closed-book and consists of approximately 50 multiple-choice questions. There are between 6-10 questions on each of the ASTM test methods and practices. To pass the written examination, BOTH of the following conditions must be met:

  1. Minimum score of 60% correct for each of the required test methods and practices, AND
  2. Minimum score of 70% overall.

The performance examination is also closed-book and requires actual demonstration of the required test methods and practices. The examinee is assessed on his/her ability to correctly perform (or describe items verbally, where allowed) all of the required steps for each procedure.

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

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