COURSE ​CURRICULUM

1. Introduction to Reinforced Concrete
2. Components of Concrete
3. Reinforcing Steel
4. Specifications
5. Concrete Durability
6. Mixing
7. Placing
8. Beams
9. One-way Slab
10. Two-way Slab
11. Columns
12. Quiz Banks
13. Exam

What do I need to do to be certified as a Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector? 

You need to successfully complete an objective examination (contact the International Code Council [ICC] for this information), hold a current valid certification as an ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician—Grade I, and meet education and/or work experience requirements. 

How much education and/or work experience do I need for certification? 

You must meet one of the three following criteria: 

1. Two years of verified college or technical school (copy of diploma or transcript required) and two years of verified work experience in reinforced concrete construction inspection. 

2. High school or equivalent graduate (copy of diploma or certificate required) and 3 years of verified work experience in reinforced concrete construction inspection. 

3. Five years of verified work experience in reinforced concrete construction inspection. 

Note: Work experience during this time period must include: decision-making responsibility and authority; verification of compliance with plans, specifications and codes; evaluation of reinforced concrete construction in the field; documentation and reporting of inspection results. Inspection experience must include the following: formwork installation, reinforcements, embedments; sampling and testing of freshly mixed concrete; conveying, placing, consolidating, finishing, and jointing; curing protection, and formwork removal

​Credentials are valid for three (3) years and must be renewed on or before the expiration date to remain current.

Accruing CEUs

During the three (3) year period prior to the renewal processing date, you must accrue the number of continuing education units (CEUs) required for your certificate. Renewal is achieved by participating in continuing education and professional development activities. For example, a seminar you attended to earn CEUs must have been within the three (3) years prior to the renewal processing date (when the CEU becomes inactive).

You may renew your credentials at different times, but each renewal date is treated as a separate application. For example, if you have six credentials and renew two certifications on X date and four certifications on Y date, you must have 3.0 CEUs for X date and a 3.0 additional CEUs for Y date. 

Note: You must keep documents and records of each activity during the three (3) year renewal period. CEU applications are subject to random audits. If proof of CEUs cannot be provided, the renewal will be voided and your certifications will revert to their previous status.

Continuing Education and Professional Development Activities for Credential Renewal Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

More information on the Renewal Bulletin here.