Since 1959, CRMCA has strengthened Colorado’s concrete industry through advocacy, education, and technical leadership.

We unite producers, suppliers, contractors, and partners to advance quality, safety, and sustainability in ready mixed concrete across the state.

1.2M+

Cubic yards of ready mixed concrete are consumed in Colorado each year.

  • Roads
  • Parking lots
  • Sidewalks
  • Floors & walls
  • Concrete pipes
  • Drainage systems
  • Erosion control

15K+

Concrete testing professionals are ACI Certified in Colorado and beyond.

  • Certification ensures quality, safety, and compliance with industry standards.
  • Training and certification developed in alignment with American Concrete Institute best practices.

4K+

People employed by the ready mixed concrete industry in Colorado (direct and indirect jobs)

  • Batch plant operators
  • Quality control specialists
  • Truck drivers
  • Mechanics
  • Engineers
  • Dispatchers
  • Project managers
  • And many more integral roles that keep the industry moving.

Industry Certification Programs Developed with the American Concrete Institute (ACI)

CRMCA’s certification programs provide nationally recognized credentials for concrete professionals. From field testing and strength testing to flatwork finishing and specialty certifications, our exams ensure the highest standards of quality, safety, and technical expertise. Certification for Real Concrete Professionals, Developed by Industry Experts.

Concrete Field Testing Technician—Grade I

Registration Link Field 1 EXAM Registration
Open for Registration These are EXAM ONLY sessions—No training or review will be available at the exam.
• 04.08.2026 [Denver]
• 04.10.2026 [Colorado Springs]
• 04.22.2026 [Denver]
• 04.23.2026 [Glenwood Springs]
• 04.24.2026 [Fort Collins]
• 05.06.2026 [Denver]
• 05.20.2026 [Denver]

Concrete Strength Testing Technician

Notice The exams currently open for registration are the last Strength & Aggregate 1 exams that will be held prior to the summer hiatus. There are no other Strength & Agg 1 exams scheduled until September.
Open for Registration These are EXAM ONLY sessions—No training or review will be available at the exam.
• 04.21.2026 [Denver]
• 05.21.2026 [Denver]

Aggregate Testing Technician—Level 1

Notice The exams currently open for registration are the last Strength & Aggregate 1 exams that will be held prior to the summer hiatus. There are no other Strength & Agg 1 exams scheduled until September.
Open for Registration These are EXAM ONLY sessions—No training or review will be available at the exam.
• 04.21.2026 [Denver]
• 05.21.2026 [Denver]

TRAINING: Concrete Field Testing Technician—Grade I

These are TRAINING ONLY sessions—No exam will be administered at the training.

Concrete Flatwork Associate, Finisher, & Advanced Finisher

Notice The exam currently open for registration is the last Flatwork Associate exam that will be held prior to the summer hiatus. There are no other Flatwork Associate exams scheduled until November.
Open for Registration Only the WRITTEN Flatwork Associate exam is offered through the CRMCA. The hands-on performance exam necessary for the Flatwork Finisher certification WILL NOT be administered.
• 05.07.2026 [Centennial]
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