{"product_id":"mississippi-concrete-contractor-online-exam-prep-course","title":"Mississippi Concrete Contractor - Online Exam Prep Course","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eMississippi Concrete Contractor - Online Exam Prep Course\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re preparing for the Mississippi Concrete Contractor trade exam, you already know the challenge isn’t just “knowing concrete.” It’s knowing how to use the approved references efficiently, how to find answers under time pressure, and how to work through questions with confidence inside a computer-based testing environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMississippi Concrete Contractor - Online Exam Prep Course\u003c\/strong\u003e from 1 Exam Prep is built for the way the Mississippi trade exam is structured: an \u003cstrong\u003eopen book\u003c\/strong\u003e format where your success depends on fast navigation, smart practice, and a clear understanding of what each reference is used for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course focuses on the skills that matter on exam day—organized review, practice-oriented preparation, and methodical reference use—so you can walk into the PSI testing center with a plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re coming from hands-on field experience, moving up into qualifying individual responsibilities, or tightening up your testing strategy after time away from exams, this prep course is designed to help you study with purpose and avoid wasted time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mississippi Concrete trade exam is administered by \u003cstrong\u003ePSI\u003c\/strong\u003e and is associated with the Mississippi contractor licensing process. For the \u003cstrong\u003eConcrete\u003c\/strong\u003e classification, the scope of work is \u003cstrong\u003eunlimited concrete work\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExam administration:\u003c\/strong\u003e PSI (computer-based testing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExam format:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trade exam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of questions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime allowed:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassing requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExam fee:\u003c\/strong\u003e $120 per examination portion (PSI registration fee)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContent areas shown for the Mississippi Concrete exam include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcrete–Earthwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcrete:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcrete–Reinforcement:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcrete–Formwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcrete–Cutting:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis outline is a helpful guide for how to divide your study time: solid safety fundamentals, strong core concrete knowledge, and targeted preparation for reinforcement, formwork, and cutting topics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eOpen Book Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mississippi State Board of Contractors identifies Mississippi exams as \u003cstrong\u003eopen book\u003c\/strong\u003e and administered by PSI. For the Concrete classification, the trade exam is \u003cstrong\u003eOPEN BOOK\u003c\/strong\u003e and allows approved reference materials in the examination center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen-book doesn’t mean “easy”—it means your score is closely tied to how quickly and accurately you can:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognize what the question is really asking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose the correct reference for that topic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavigate to the right chapter, table, section, or definition fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify the answer without losing time second-guessing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference materials may typically be \u003cstrong\u003ehighlighted, underlined, and\/or indexed prior\u003c\/strong\u003e to the exam session. However, references may \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e be written in, and candidates are not permitted to bring in additional loose papers with approved references. References may be tabbed\/indexed with \u003cstrong\u003epermanent\u003c\/strong\u003e tabs only; temporary tabs (such as Post-it notes) are not allowed and must be removed before the exam begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA practical way to approach an open-book PSI exam is to train your “look-up” process during study. That’s why this course emphasizes reference navigation as a skill—not an afterthought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eLicensing Steps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMississippi contractor licensing includes a Board eligibility process and PSI testing. While your specific path depends on the license type and classification you’re applying for, the general process is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequest an application package\u003c\/strong\u003e from the Mississippi Contractor Licensing Board and complete the appropriate application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubmit your application\u003c\/strong\u003e to the Board. Eligibility to test is determined by the Board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReceive eligibility confirmation\u003c\/strong\u003e (PSI is notified by the Board, and PSI emails a confirmation notice).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegister and schedule your exam(s)\u003c\/strong\u003e through PSI after eligibility is confirmed. Candidates have \u003cstrong\u003e6 months\u003c\/strong\u003e from the date of eligibility to take the exam(s).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTake required exam(s)\u003c\/strong\u003e, which may include the Mississippi \u003cstrong\u003eLaw \u0026amp; Business Management Exam\u003c\/strong\u003e and a trade exam based on classification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubmit complete licensing materials\u003c\/strong\u003e to the Board for review and issuance after meeting all requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the Board determines which examinations you are approved to take, it’s important to follow the eligibility instructions and keep your testing window in mind once you’re approved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eState Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMississippi contractors are licensed and regulated by the \u003cstrong\u003eMississippi State Board of Contractors\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Board determines exam eligibility, and PSI administers examinations through computer examination centers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey requirements and process notes include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExam provider:\u003c\/strong\u003e PSI administers Mississippi contractor exams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaw \u0026amp; Business exam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Identified by the Board as required for all applicants, with a trade exam required based on classification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEligibility and timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e New applicants seeking first-time licensure have \u003cstrong\u003e6 months\u003c\/strong\u003e from the date of eligibility to take the required exam(s).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExam fees:\u003c\/strong\u003e PSI registration fees are listed per examination portion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-book format:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mississippi exams are identified as open book, with reference materials specified in the PSI Candidate Information Bulletin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re acting as the qualifying individual for a company, be prepared to follow Board instructions carefully and keep documentation organized during the application and testing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eReference Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mississippi Concrete trade exam is open book, with specific reference materials identified for this classification. 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(On exam day, candidates should follow the specific edition listed in the PSI bulletin for the Concrete classification.)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSawcutting Joints in Concrete, Bruce A. 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You’ll work through concrete topics aligned with the exam outline—especially reinforcement, formwork, and cutting—while also practicing the exam skill that open-book candidates often overlook: \u003cstrong\u003eefficient lookups\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo get more out of your open-book study time, your prep should include habits like:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearning each book’s table of contents, index style, and appendix layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePracticing common search paths (definitions, tables, safety requirements, and step-by-step procedures)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudying how questions are written so you can spot keywords that point to the right reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraining yourself to confirm answers quickly instead of reading entire chapters during the exam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven experienced contractors can lose time on exam day if their references aren’t familiar. The goal is not to “memorize everything”—it’s to build reliable patterns for finding the right information fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Exam Prep is designed to support serious tradespeople who want to approach testing with a clear plan. Instead of throwing random information at you, the course helps you build a repeatable strategy for an open-book PSI trade exam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere’s how the course supports your preparation:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganized, trade-focused study guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Study structure built around the Concrete exam outline so you’re not guessing what to prioritize.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractice-oriented preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e You spend time applying concepts the way you’ll use them on exam day—recognizing the question type and choosing the correct reference path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference navigation mindset:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open-book exams reward efficient lookup skills. The course reinforces how to use your books as tools, not as reading assignments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfidence-building structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e When you know what to study and how to study it, your prep feels clearer, and exam day feels more manageable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRealistic support for busy schedules:\u003c\/strong\u003e A practical approach for contractors balancing work, crews, bids, and deadlines while preparing for a required exam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your goal is to move through your prep with less stress and more direction—so you can focus on your next step in the licensing process—this course gives you a structured path to follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eIs the Mississippi Concrete trade exam open book?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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