5 credential programs ladder toward this occupation. Median wage on completion: $56,020. See full occupation profile →
Course
Commerical Hardscape Installer
Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute
Apply advanced knowledge of segmental concrete paver systems including materials components and installation methods to support field leadership and commercial sales activitiesApply advanced knowledge of segmental retaining wall systems including design options materials and installation requirements to support commercial project recommendationsIdentify and target specific commercial hardscape markets by developing specialized job plans ideas and sales strategies aligned with customer needs and project typesEvaluate a wide range of hardscape applications to recommend appropriate paver and retaining wall system solutions for commercial project scopesInterpret commercial hardscape project plans and specifications to support accurate and competitive field leadership and sales decision-makingApply expert industry knowledge to differentiate segmental concrete paving and retaining wall system options for commercial customers and project stakeholders
Course
Construction Finishing and Interior Systems
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Obtain and communicate information about the purpose and use of building codes that regulate constructionDemonstrate the installation of a window in a structureDemonstrate the installation of a door in a structureDetermine the proper water supply and sewage drainage systems for a structureCompare and contrast various components needed for wiring a structureObtain and evaluate criteria for selecting insulating materials for structures
Certificate
Mason
National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)
Apply safety practices to protect workers during masonry operationsSelect and use tools and equipment for masonry construction applicationsApply measurements and read drawings and specifications to support masonry installationIdentify and apply masonry materials including brick block and mortar for construction applicationsInstall masonry units including layout coursing and joint toolingInstall reinforcing components in masonry construction to meet structural requirements
Certification
Masonry Field Testing Technician
American Concrete Institute
Sample and test brick and structural clay tiles in compliance with ASTM C67 specimen selection, quantity, and identification requirementsSample and test concrete masonry units by removing loose materials, obtaining received weights, and following specimen selection and identification procedures per ASTM C140Evaluate field mortars using ASTM C780 procedures including sampling, mixing, preparation, and batch-to-batch variation assessment for both pre-construction and construction phasesPerform mortar consistency testing using the cone penetration method per ASTM C780 Annex A1 with appropriate apparatus and reporting requirementsAssess mortar consistency retention per ASTM C780 Annex A2 to evaluate workability over time during constructionDetermine mortar aggregate ratio in the field using ASTM C780 Annex A4 procedures and required apparatus
Course
Residential Hardscape Installer
Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute
Apply advanced knowledge of segmental concrete paver systems including materials components and installation methods to support residential field leadership responsibilitiesApply advanced knowledge of segmental retaining wall systems including design options materials and installation requirements for residential project applicationsEvaluate a wide range of residential hardscape applications to recommend appropriate paver and retaining wall system solutions based on site and project requirementsDevelop specialized job plans and recommendations targeting specific residential hardscape markets aligned with crew lead and foreman responsibilitiesInterpret residential hardscape project plans and specifications to support accurate field leadership and installation decision-makingApply expert industry knowledge of paver and SRW systems to differentiate system options and guide installation decisions for residential hardscape projects