Each provincial Concrete Association offers training courses, webinars and educational courses, led by experts and tailored to meet the needs of the industry.
We encourage you to contact the Association in your province for specific offerings & information.
Participants of this course will gain an understanding of basic concrete field testing, and with hands-on practice will develop skills needed to pass the performance exam and written exam for ACI Field Testing Technician – Level 1. This certification is based on CSA A23.1/A23.2 test methods.
Knowledge of basic concrete technology and proper concrete flatwork practices are critical to produce durable concrete flatwork that meets industry standards and the satisfaction of project owners.
This online course presents an overview of the properties of concrete as needed in concrete construction, including strength and durability. Students receive a copy of ‘Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures (8th edition)’, published by the Cement Association of Canada, that is used as the basis for the presentations.
This online version of the Concrete Canada (CRMCA) Concrete Delivery Professional (CDP) Certification program This internationally recognized course is offered for employees/drivers focuses on five key areas:
• Product Knowledge
• Environmental Awareness
• Customer & Company Relations
• Safety
• Vehicle Maintenance & Operations.
This course identifies and clarifies the specific basic information needed for concrete pump operators to perform their work safely and effectively.
This course teaches dispatchers, schedulers and their managers how to take orders, schedule and deliver concrete that meets all the requirements as agreed to with customers. The course hones in on a dispatcher’s job skills.
Concrete Delivery Professional (CDP) Benefits
Home Every Night
Ready-mix concrete has a shelf-life of approximately 2 hours, meaning it must be delivered locally. CDPs can expect to be home every night allowing for a crucial work/life balance!
Great Pay & Benefits
Full time day shift schedules, health insurance plans, paid vacations, safety bonuses, and retirement plans are some of the benefits offered in the industry. As seniority levels are achieved, the rewards are drastically increased.
Pride in Project Completion
CDPs help to build cities and can feel a proud sense of accomplishment as projects are completed. Being part of a project from beginning to the end is a memorable experience and few are able to say “I helped to build that”.
More than a Driver
Starting off as a CDP, one will quickly evolve into a product expert. Concrete is a unique and versatile product, and dealing with its many performance characteristics every day will help to shape drivers into technical staff. On-site experience is invaluable for a company and CDPs are at the forefront of ensuring a quality product.