NICET, in collaboration with industry volunteers, has completed the program update for the Highway Construction Inspection (HCI) exams.
Subject matter experts (SMEs) contributed to defining job tasks, reviewing reference materials, developing and evaluating exam questions, and participating in the passing score studies. This work ensures the HCI certification program reflects current industry practices.
This certification program is designed for engineering technicians who are responsible to the engineer-in-charge for inspection functions on highway construction projects. The scope of the program includes field inspection; their applications to various construction activities, equipment, and products, and general work zone operations; interpretation of contract plans and specifications; project record keeping and reporting; and supervisory functions. Four Levels of certification may be awarded to individuals who meet established criteria for knowledge and work experience. Higher levels reflect progressively greater knowledge of and responsibility for inspection work on increasingly complex projects.
Candidates may now bring a physical copy of FP-24 during testing for all levels of HCI exams. For the HCI Level I exam, candidates may also bring a physical copy of MUTCD (13th Edition). References may be printed in whole or in part. They must be bound or secured in a three-ring binder with a title page. For more information about references, please check the corresponding reference lists for each level. New practice tests are also available.
Additional information about the HCI certification can be found on the NICET HCI Program webpage. A Candidate Handbook is also now available.
Please contact Pallavi Raviprakash, Manager of Certification Program Development at praviprakash@nicet.org or 1-888-476-4238 x119 with any questions, comments, or concerns.