Cast in Place Concrete Countertops 101
Perform every step of making cast in place concrete countertops, from site preparation to sealing, in realistic mock kitchens that will give you confidence working on site.
Completely understand mix design, reinforcement and sealing, enabling you to have total confidence in your cast in place concrete countertops.
Designed for those who want comprehensive, detailed, intensive training to learn exactly how to make cast in place concrete countertops, plus deep understanding of why.

What will I learn?
This is the only engineering-based, comprehensive class for cast in place concrete countertops, taught by master instructor and professional engineer Jeff Girard.
During the 3-day class, you will perform every step of countertop-making hands on in a realistic mock kitchen with L shape, undermount sink hole and cantilever. We cover: forming without damaging cabinets, correct reinforcing, how to deal with faucet and sink holes (including undermount sinks), proper curing to prevent cracks, finishing for a smooth, beautiful surface, and high-performance sealing.
Graduates receive a comprehensive written textbook on how to make cast in place concrete countertops. Each successful graduate also receives a diploma that shows he or she is a Concrete Countertop Institute Graduate, giving your clients confidence that you know what you are doing.
If you want to learn cast in place concrete countertops inside and out and have total confidence, this is the only class you need.
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When, where, how much?
Classes are held approximately quarterly at The Concrete Countertop Institute's training facility in Raleigh, NC.
- The maximum numbers of students CCI can accept for this class is 16.
- Tuition for the class is $1395. Tuition includes:
- 3 days of instruction directly from Jeff Girard, the pioneer of high-quality engineered concrete countertops. Class runs from 8:30am to 5:30pm each day.
- Teaches you how to make high-quality concrete countertops.
- No product sales pitch. CCI does not sell products - we tell you where to buy materials directly from the manufacturer.
- Free technical support from CCI.
- 6 months of Elite membership for the price of 3.
- All course materials - just bring work clothes and be ready to have fun with concrete.
- Breakfast and catered lunch each day, plus dinner party the first night at Jeff Girard's house.
- Beverages and bountiful snacks are available all day long. We feed you well with Southern hospitality.
- Nice, inexpensive hotel in the heart of downtown Raleigh for just $65 per night. Conveniently located just a few minutes drive from class.
- Only $250 deposit required, fully refundable.
Click here for the dates of the next scheduled Cast in Place Concrete Countertops 101 class.
How do I sign up?
Click here to register using our online system, or contact The Concrete Countertop Institute.


