Certification
REVIEW TIMES
Reviews for CP-1, CP-10, CP-18, CP-19, CP-44, CP-45 are typically held on the Saturday prior to the exam date.
Reviews for CP-3, CP-43, CP-80, AND CP-81 are typically held on the Friday prior to the exam date.
The dates listed on the website are the date of the Exam with the Workshop happening prior to the exam(s).
All the information needed for a certification (dates, location, times, and PPE) are listed on the web page for the specific exam.
Reminder emails are sent prior to the workshop and exam; however, we are not responsible for their delivery. When you sign up for a certification, it is your responsibility to know the details for your certification.
CERTIFICATION REFUND POLICY
Reference our Refund Policy for information.
Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions or requests.
CERTIFICATION ACI HOUSTON
The ACI Houston Chapter has been bringing together individuals, groups and businesses with a common interest in concrete for over 15 years. We are the sponsoring group for Southeast Texas providing performance and written exams for ACI Certification in the following disciplines:
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CP-43 Aggregate Base Testing Technician (Replaced with CP-46 and CP-47 at end of 2025)
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CP-47 Aggregate Base Testing Technician - AASHTO Test Methods
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CP-81 Post-Installed Concrete Anchor Installer Inspector (PICAII)
WRITTEN EXAMS ARE PROVIDED IN THE DISCIPLINES LISTED BELOW:
For certifications that include a workshop, as outlined in the course description, the workshop is included in the cost of the test. A light breakfast and lunch are provided at the workshop. A light breakfast is provided with the first time slot for the exam weekend, but students are advised to bring either their lunch or a light snack if they anticipate being there through the lunch hour. Student handbooks are distributed at the workshop and will not be available on the day of the exams.
WORKBOOK PICKUP / MAILING:
- You must email [email protected] ensure the books are at the front desk. Details for pick up are below.
- Greater Houston Area – You can come by the Terracon office at 11555 Clay Road, #100 anytime between 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. (M-Th). Bring a copy of your receipt to show payment.
- Outside the Greater Houston Area – workbooks can be mailed via FedEx at no additional cost. However, you must coordinate shipment of the workbook by emailing us at [email protected]
out of sequence sessions are also available for individual companies or groups. we request a minimum of 2 weeks notice if you are requesting an out of sequence session. please reach out to us at [email protected] if you would like more information on this.
Contact:
Exam or Registration Questions - [email protected]
Location:
TERRACON CONSULTANTS
(LABORATORY)
11555 CLAY ROAD
HOUSTON, TEXAS 77043
REQUIRED PPE NOTICE
Long pants, safety-toed boots, and safety glasses!
Failure to show up with the proper PPE will result in being dismissed from the class and/or test. Refund or transfer will not be permitted.
If you are a supervisor or administrator enrolling an employee, it is your responsibility to ensure the above information is relayed to the Examinee.
Exam Results
Please use this link for information on results from certifications.

