Maryland Ready Mix Concrete Association (MRMCA) currently offers NRMCA Learning and Development an (NRMCA) Exterior Flatwork Certification Program. For more information on NRMCA Certifications, please contact MRMCA: certifications@marylandconcrete.com
NRMCA CONCRETE DELIVERY PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION PROGRAM For more information see the site below:
NRMCA Concrete Delivery Professional Certification (CDP) Online Certification Program
NRMCA CDP ONLINE INTRODUCTION
In these challenging times, when every cubic yard delivered well is critical, CDP Online Certification gives your front-line representatives the advantage of being the most efficient, skilled and productive driving force representing your business.
CDP Online Certification Provides the Following Benefits:
- Individual participants work at their own pace and on their own schedule, providing flexibility and convenience to both the company and drivers.
- The program is totally self-directed, so a supervisor or company trainer is not needed.
- CDP-Online has a convenient start/stop feature, making the new program adaptable to the variable work schedule of a typical ready mixed concrete driver.
- Exams are online as well, so the requirement for third-party exam proctors has been eliminated, saving your company time and money.
- The updated curriculum meets all new industry codes and standards.
The value of even the best internal training program can be enhanced by the validation of NRMCA’s Concrete Delivery Professional certification. This program provides a competitive advantage by assuring customers that your mixer drivers are introduced to industry operation standards so your customers can expect the highest level of professionalism.
LEARNING CENTER
Concrete Innovations Learning Center is designed to bring practitioners, researchers, and policy makers together to exchange the latest innovations for sustainable concrete design, construction, and manufacturing. Concrete Innovations Learning Center Schedule
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Each session of the Concrete Innovations Learning Center offers AIA Continuing Education and Professional Development Hours. Complete the form provided for each session to receive credits.
VIEW PREVIOUS SESSIONS Concrete Innovations Continuing Education On-Demand
AWARD PROGRAM
The Concrete Innovations Award Program recognizes outstanding achievements in improving concrete performance and sustainability through improved products and processes. Concrete Innovations Award Program
NRMCA COURSE CATALOG
BUILD WITH STRENGTH CONTINUING EDUCATION: 
Build With Strength Continuing Education
Inside this link you will find:
- Concrete Academy - brought to you by Build With Strength, a coalition of NRMCA
- Hanley Wood University continuing education concrete courses
- Other AIA-approved courses
PAVE AHEAD WEBINARS, PODCASTS, CONTINUING EDUCATION LINKS:
PAVE AHEAD Continuing Education Links
CONCRETE CREDENTIALS PODCAST:
NRMCA Exterior Flatwork Finisher Certification:
REGISTRATION LINK: Please see the EVENTS page for Registration details.
WHEN: See the MRMCA registration site for dates and locations.
STUDY SESSION and WRITTEN EXAM check-in starts promptly at 8 am ET.
Books will be given to you at the Training session.
A valid photo I.D. is required for all exams.
Following the training and written exam, all participants will have a personal break for lunch. (Please bring your own lunch and drinks).
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: (Finishing concrete) starts promptly at: 1pm ET. The Certification Program will conclude by 3:00 pm.
Applicants must have proper PPE and TOOLS.
PPE:
- Hard Hat
- Reflective Vest
- Long Sleeve Shirt / Long Pants
- Rubber Gloves
- Rubber / Work Boots
Tools: Bring these tools if you have them – (if you don’t have them, please advise us ASAP):
- Bucket
- Magnesium Hand Float
- Concrete Edger
- Jointer / Grover
- Concrete Screeds
- Broom
- Concrete Bull Float
- Curing compound sprayer
- Shovel
- Concrete Placer (Kumalong)
- Mag Float
- Steel Trowel
- Concrete Finishing Broom
MRMCA is the Approved Local Sponsoring Group for NRMCA Exterior Flatwork Certifications.
MRMCA 2026 CERTIFICATION PROGRAM POLICY:
- Textbooks, Study Materials, and Zoom / Google Meet Information will be sent post-Registration: Please make sure the Examinee's (Applicant’s) correct address, phone number, and email are given at Registration.
- NO REFUNDS or CREDITS will be given within 10 days of the Exam.
- All Refunds and Credits will be subject to processing fees and study material deductions.
- There are no returns on Textbooks. If you request a refund and have already received a Textbook, we will deduct that cost from your refund.
- NO REFUNDS or CREDITS will be given for Exam Day no-shows. No exceptions!
- Changes in company personnel are allowed up to 7 business days prior to the exam (Company will be responsible for transferring Textbook to new employee).
- MRMCA reserves the right to change, cancel, or reschedule Review Sessions, Training, Exams, Performance Evaluations, and Exam Sites at any time. MRMCA will contact you if any changes occur.
- ADA Accommodations: Please notify MRMCA directly if you require special ADA accommodations for testing. You will need to notify MRMCA at least 1 month prior to the exam to discuss options if available.
For more information email: certifications@marylandconcrete.com
This certification program has been developed to provide the basic knowledge on best practices for placing and finishing concrete flatwork, typically exterior slabs on the ground. The goal of certification is to ensure that knowledgeable contractors are selected to install concrete slabs and minimize the potential for failure resulting from installation practices.
This program is not intended for contractor personnel involved in larger projects like the construction of large interior floor slabs, streets / roads, mainline paving, or decorative concrete flatwork. Contractors involved in this work may consider programs offered under the ACI Flatwork Finishing Certification
Registration for ACI Certification Programs through ACI ACI Certifications
Certification Criteria
- Attend a training course offered by MRMCA approved Examiners.
- Successfully complete a written exam with a passing score of 70%.
- Complete a performance evaluation by a representative of the sponsoring group during an installation of exterior flatwork or on a project.
There is no expiration of this certification. An individual who is not successful can request to retake the written exam for a fee. Certification can be revoked for improper finishing practices – documented and requested by the local sponsoring group or public agency. NRMCA will maintain a listing of personnel who are certified.
The body of knowledge for the written exam and performance evaluation for this certification is contained in Best Practices for Exterior Flatwork Finishing - NRMCA Concrete Exterior Flatwork Finisher Certification
The content covers the following:
- Concrete Required for Exterior Flatwork
- Placing and Finishing Concrete
- Joints
- Curing Concrete
- Types of Surface Problems and Causes
Spanish versions of the text and exams are available.
REGISTRATION LINK: Please see the EVENTS page for Registration details.