Your Path to Success Starts with
In-Person Training
In-person learning provides unmatched benefits, fostering engagement, collaboration, and hands-on experiences that drive deeper understanding. These face-to-face interactions create dynamic environments where participants can ask questions, receive immediate feedback, and build meaningful professional connections. By combining the power of community and active learning, in-person opportunities remain a cornerstone of professional development and industry excellence.
Explore the opportunities below to find a local in-person course near you! Click the green “Learn More” button to access the calendar of in-person courses across North America. Don’t miss your chance to join a session in your area and elevate your skills today!
Concrete Paver Installer Course
The one-day classroom-based course equips individuals currently employed in the segmental concrete pavement industry with training on proper installation of interlocking concrete pavement systems. Eight CE hours.
Residential Hardscape Installer Course
Perfect for the residential site foreman and business owner, this course is your first step toward a specialist designation. Live and online courses available.
Commercial Hardscape Installer Course
Ideal for the commercial site foreman and business owner, this course if your first-step toward a specialist designation. Live and online courses available.
PICP Specialist Course
Perfect for experienced contractors and installers who want to work with permeable pavements, this course is your first step toward a specialist designation. Live and online courses available.
SRW Installer Education
In an effort to ensure proper construction methods of SRW systems in the field, we offer the segmental retaining wall installer course and certificate. The program provides training and market-differentiating recognition to those who earn a certificate.
MSV Installer Program
This course teaches installers fundamental MSV installation guidelines and industry best practices. Not only will it ensure better quality work, but the certificate is a highly valued credential by consumers and the broader marketplace.
Residential Professional Course
Designed for the business owner or management-level employees, this course is the top level of designation for certified installers. Online only.
Commercial Professional Course
Designed for the business owner or management-level employees, this course is the top level of designation for certified installers. Online only.
Sponsor A Course
As a CMHA member, you have the exclusive opportunity to host an in-person course at your location. Whether you’re focused on upskilling your staff or delivering exceptional training for your team, CMHA-sponsored courses provide the expertise and insights needed to stay ahead of industry trends and techniques. Empower your team and elevate your business with cutting-edge education from CMHA!
Become An Instructor
CMHA’s installer training program features three types of highly qualified authorized instructors: professional instructors, industry instructors, and university instructors. Each group brings specialized expertise and experience, ensuring the courses are both educationally excellent and industry-relevant. With this diverse and skilled team, CMHA delivers top-tier training that equips students with the knowledge and skills needed for lasting career success.
Continuing Education
Recertification ensures continued competence in installing manufactured concrete systems and is a vital part of CMHA’s Certified Installer programs. Through ongoing education, professionals enhance their skills, advance their careers, and uphold industry standards.
For more information, contact Megan Mydlow or email educate@masonryandhardscapes.org.
Cancellation Policy: Registrants who provide written notice of cancellation at least seven days in advance of the course or education event start date shall receive a full refund less a $75 administrative fee. No refunds will be made for failure to attend a course or education event or if notice of cancellation is received seven or fewer days in advance of the course or education event start date. In cases of inclement weather, the Executive Director may waive the seven day cancellation notice requirement at their discretion. Substitutions shall be permitted from the same company at any time prior to the course start date and shall be assessed a $50 administrative fee. Registrants requesting a transfer to an alternate course shall be assessed a $50 administrative fee. Registrants may not transfer between live and online courses once courses have started. Credit balances must be used within a one-year period for future courses. CMHA is not responsible for expenses incurred due to cancellation of a course.