Portland Cement Concrete Inspector Training Course

Portland Cement Concrete Inspector Training Course

IMPORTANT COURSE INFORMATION
This course covers Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) Inspector Certification only.

The Contractors Association of West Virginia (CAWV) is pleased to offer its annual Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) Inspector Certification Training to help individuals prepare for the West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) certification examinations required under the agency's Quality Assurance Program. Thousands of construction professionals have completed CAWV certification courses over the years.

Important Certification Update

Effective January 1, 2026, the WVDOH requires all new Portland Cement Concrete Inspector certification applicants to complete a minimum of 40 hours of documented hands-on training under the supervision of a WVDOH Certified PCC Inspector.

Required Hands-On Training

Participants must complete hands-on training in the tests on which they will be evaluated:

  • AASHTO R60 – Standard Practice for Sampling Freshly Mixed Concrete
  • ASTM C1064 – Standard Test Method for Temperature of Freshly Mixed Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
  • AASHTO T119 – Standard Method of Test for Slump of Hydraulic Cement Concrete
  • AASHTO T196 – Standard Method of Test for Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric Method
  • AASHTO T152 – Standard Method of Test for Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Pressure Method
  • AASHTO T121 – Standard Method of Test for Density (Unit Weight), Yield, and Air Content (Gravimetric) of Concrete
  • AASHTO R100 – Standard Method of Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the Field
  • AASHTO T22 – Standard Method of Test for Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
After Training

After the participant completes the required training, the supervising WVDOH Certified PCC Inspector must complete the Hands-On Training Log Sheet and include their printed name, signature, certification number and date of completion. The completed log sheet must then be submitted electronically to the WVDOH Quality Assurance Program Administrator.

The participant will be contacted by the WVDOH Materials Control, Soils & Testing (MCS&T) Concrete Section to schedule the practical examination. The practical examination may be attempted before completion of the apprenticeship cycle.

The practical examination must be completed within 90 days of the original written examination date.

For complete certification requirements, please review WVDOH MP 106.03.50 .

Testing

Written certification examinations will be administered on the final day of the course.

Laptop/Device Requirement

  • A laptop, iPad or similar tablet device is required for testing.
  • Google Chrome is recommended for the best compatibility with the WVDOH online testing platform.
  • Participants must have access to the 2023 WVDOH Standard Specifications during the course and testing. A printed copy may be used, or the specifications may be downloaded to the device used for testing before arriving for class. Click here to download the 2023 WVDOH Standard Specifications.

Registration Information

Participants taking the written certification examination must be seated and ready to register at least 30 minutes before the scheduled test time.

The registration fee includes:

  • Course instruction
  • Training manuals and handouts
  • Workshop materials
  • Continental breakfast and lunch each training day
  • Continental breakfast on the testing day
  • Break refreshments

What to Bring

Participants must bring a laptop, iPad or similar tablet device for testing. Participants must also have access to the 2023 WVDOH Standard Specifications during the course and testing. Printed copies are acceptable, or the specifications may be downloaded to the testing device before arriving for class.

Participants are also encouraged to bring:

  • WVDOH Construction Manual
  • Applicable ASTM and/or AASHTO Standards
  • Calculator
  • Pencils
  • Notepaper
  • Straightedge
  • Highlighters

Training Location

Cedar Lakes Conference Center
82 FFA Drive
Ripley, West Virginia 25271

Lodging Accommodations

Attendees are responsible for making all lodging reservations directly with Cedar Lakes Conference Center.

Reservations: (304) 372-7860

Please make reservations as soon as possible.

Registration Packet

For complete course information, certification requirements, registration policies and examination details, please refer to the official course registration packet.

2027 registration packet link will be added when available.

Contact

Questions? Contact Pat McDonald at pmcdonald@cawv.org .

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Date and Time

Monday Feb 1, 2027 Friday Feb 5, 2027

Monday, February 1, 2027
8:00–8:30 a.m.
Registration for PCC Inspector Class
Wednesday, February 3, 2027
Exam Registration: 7:30 a.m.
Exam: 8:00–11:00 a.m.
Thursday, February 4, 2027
Practicals: 7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Makeup Exam: 8:00 a.m.
Friday, February 5, 2027
Practicals: 7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Course concludes upon completion of the applicable examinations and practical testing.
Instruction is provided by representatives from the West Virginia Division of Highways and the construction industry.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received at least three business days prior to the course start date to receive a full refund.

Location

Cedar Lakes Conference Center
82 FFA Drive
Ripley, West Virginia 25271

Attendees are responsible for making all reservations for lodging by calling Cedar Lakes at (304) 372-7860. Please make reservations as soon as possible.

Fees/Admission

CAWV Members: $345 per person
Non-Members: $445 per person.

Registration includes course instruction, training materials, continental breakfasts, lunches, and break refreshments. Lodging is not included.

Website

https://www.cawv.org/tech-schools/

Contact Information

Pat McDonald
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