Knowledge. Confidence. Success.
Creative Concrete Mastery:
3-Day Practical Skills Workshops
Turn Your Passion Into Profit in Just 3 Days
Learn to form, cast, and finish stunning concrete creations that clients will love to pay for.
Get Hands-On With Proven Techniques That Work
For three power-packed days, train side-by-side with pros — using real tools, real materials, and proven techniques that deliver lasting confidence and results.
Be Part of the Journey That’s Helped Thousands Level Up Their Craft
Join an elite group of concrete creators who’ve leveled up their skills, landed premium clients, and turned their passion into a profitable career.
Only 6 new students will be accepted to each of the following dates: August 21-23, 2025; September 18-20, 2025; October 16-18, 2025
One-time investment: $995
Attention Concrete Enthusiast: Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of trial-and-error and second-guessing?
You’re not alone. Many aspiring concrete creators are trapped in a maze of YouTube videos and Facebook groups, second-guessing every step and wasting time trying to piece it all together. It’s time to break out of this cycle of endless trial and error:
Cut through the confusion with hands-on, step-by-step, expert training.
You need more than random tips — you need a clear, repeatable system to create professional-grade concrete work your clients will rave about (and pay top dollar for).
The results? Confidence. Mastery. Profit.
That’s exactly why we created these workshops – to give you practical, proven techniques to master both the art and science of creative concrete. So you can build it right the first time, create with confidence, and finally earn what your craftsmanship deserves.
Are you ready to cut through the confusion?
Unleash Your Creative Concrete Potential — and Walk Away Ready to Build
These Creative Concrete Mastery workshops aren’t just about learning techniques — they’re about transforming your confidence, skills, and income potential with concrete. Here’s what you’ll walk away with:
Real Confidence, Real Skills
No more second-guessing. You’ll leave knowing exactly how to form, cast, and finish concrete pieces — with the confidence to take on paid work right away.
A Proven, Repeatable System
Forget YouTube rabbit holes. You’ll gain a clear, repeatable process that removes the guesswork and sets you up for success on every project.
A Portfolio-Worthy Project
This isn’t just theory. You’ll create one or more professional-quality concrete pieces during the workshop — something you can photograph, show off, and be proud of — proof of what you’re capable of and a springboard for your next project.
Whether you’re building a business or expanding your craft, this is your opportunity to leap forward — with clarity, precision, and results you can be proud of.
Are you ready to make the leap?
What You Get When You Enroll
This isn’t just a class — it’s a turning point. You’ll walk away with the skills, clarity, and confidence to take your concrete craftsmanship to the next level.
3 Days of Intense, Hands-On Mastery
Get out of the guessing game and into real-world application. For three power-packed days, you’ll train side-by-side with pros — using real tools, real materials, and real techniques. This isn’t theory — it’s transformation.
Focused, Small-Group Experience
No crowded rooms. No getting lost in the shuffle. With a maximum of 6 new students (plus 2 alumni), you’ll get personalized feedback, one-on-one guidance, and direct answers to your specific questions — so you make real progress, fast.
Led by Jeff Girard — Engineer and Creative Concrete Educator
For the past 21 years, Jeff has helped over 2000 craftspeople master the art and science of concrete. As a licensed civil engineer and founder of The Concrete Countertop Institute, he brings a unique blend of technical expertise and practical teaching that turns complex techniques into clear, actionable skills.
What Jeff teaches WORKS — and the best proof is the results his students have achieved.
Do you want to achieve RESULTS?
See the Results for Yourself
Meet some of our most successful alumni — professionals who started where you are and transformed their skills, their businesses, and their lives through this training.
“This class gave me the knowledge and the inspiration to take my business to the next level and a class I would strongly recommend it to anyone wanting to change their lives with creating concrete.”
“I’d been dreaming about coming to a CCI class for nearly five years. With a shove from my wife, I finally did it. It is a small investment in comparison to the knowledge gained as well as all the additional resources. I think anyone who is considering this line of work should start with a CCI class.”
“The training accelerated my learning by 2 years. I now have the confidence to take on projects I would have passed on before. The hands-on nature of the training was fantastic! Just enough sit-down training to provide time for questions and set up the activities.”
Click here for more testimonials.
Real Projects. Real Techniques. Real Results.
Class details:
- Duration: 3 days, Thu-Sat, 8:30am-5:30pm
- Location: CCI shop near Raleigh, NC – easy to get to with lots of lodging and dining options
- Class size: Only 6 new students and 2 alumni are accepted to each class
- One-time investment: $995 for new students, $649 for CCI alumni
In every class, you will learn the following:
- Forming three-dimensional pieces
- Good concreting practices that translate to any mix
- Finishing techniques that open a world of possibilities for looks and textures
- Sealers to protect your investment – and your reputation
Creative Concrete Mastery is about real projects, real techniques, and real results. In each 3-day workshop we focus on a specific type of project that helps you learn by doing and turn knowledge into specific, marketable skills.
Upcoming options are:
- August 21-23, 2025: Fire Pits – Master the Art of Casting Functional Outdoor Centerpieces
- September 18-20, 2025: Sinks – Elevate Your Craft with Custom Concrete Vanities
- October 16-18, 2025: Furniture – Modern Concrete Furniture with Seamless Design
- Scroll down for more details about each workshop.
Does it matter which workshop you choose? Not really. Each workshop is built on the same proven techniques: forming, mix design, fiber reinforcement, casting, finishing techniques and sealers. The difference is simply in the project.
More Class Details:
- Class Projects: To ensure you develop broad, versatile skills, you’ll create at least two complete, finished projects during the workshop. In many cases, one or more of these pieces are raffled off — giving a few lucky students the chance to take home a finished work.
- Diploma: Each student receives a signed diploma — a mark of distinction that showcases your expertise in creative concrete and sets you apart in the industry. You’ll also earn the right to display the “Trained by CCI” logo on your website, reinforcing your credibility with clients and peers alike.
- Support: After the workshop, you’re not on your own. As a CCI alumnus, you get lifetime, unlimited access to Jeff Girard’s expert support — whenever you need it.
Three Options, One Result: Marketable Skills
Fire Pits - Master the Art of Casting Functional Outdoor Centerpieces
August 21-23, 2025
Across the U.S. and Canada — even in the coldest regions — homeowners are investing in outdoor kitchens and living spaces that elevate both lifestyle and property value. At the heart of these spaces? Fire.
This 3-day, immersive workshop will show you how to harness the elemental power of fire to create custom fire features that instantly become the centerpiece of any outdoor living environment. Whether it’s a sleek fire pit, a dramatic fire bowl, or a built-in flame element, you’ll learn to design and build fire features that not only wow your clients but also boost your profits.
You’ll walk away with more than just techniques — you’ll gain the confidence and practical skills to offer high-impact features that set your work apart. Fire is the magic that draws people in. Now, you can be the one who brings that magic to life.
Learn to create fire features that sell themselves—and make you unforgettable.
Sinks - Elevate Your Craft with Custom Concrete Vanities
September 18-20, 2025
In a world full of off-the-shelf options, homeowners and designers are craving something different — something bold, custom, and unforgettable. A handcrafted concrete vanity isn’t just a sink; it’s a statement piece that blends form, function, and durability.
This 3-day hands-on workshop is your opportunity to master the design and fabrication of high-end custom concrete sinks and vanities. Whether you want to push creative boundaries or simply charge more for your craftsmanship, this class gives you the skills to do both.
You’ll learn everything you need to confidently build professional-grade vanities that elevate any bath or powder room.
Ditch the ordinary. Learn to craft sinks that turn heads — and get you paid like a pro.
Furniture - Modern Concrete Furniture with Seamless Design
October 16-18, 2025
Concrete furniture is in high demand — for indoor and outdoor spaces alike. Designers, builders, and clients are looking for pieces that combine sleek aesthetics with long-term durability. If you can deliver smooth, seamless concrete furniture, you’re not just offering a product — you’re offering a premium solution that sets your work apart.
In this 3-day hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to design and build modern concrete furniture with crisp details, clean edges, and seamless construction. From tables and benches to custom desks, you’ll get real-world experience with mix design, forming strategies, reinforcement, and advanced finishing techniques.
Whether you’re looking to add high-end offerings to your business or refine your current skills, this class will give you the tools, methods, and confidence to build furniture that’s both beautiful and built for everyday use.
Build modern concrete furniture that sets your work apart — and proves you’re the one to call for high-end results.
You've made it this far. Don't stop now!
Got questions? We've got answers.
Who should attend this workshop?
Creative Concrete Mastery is designed for professionals and passionate makers who want to take their concrete skills — and income potential — to the next level.
- Concrete Contractors: You already work with concrete — now learn how to create high-end, detailed pieces like countertops, sinks, fire features, and more. Go from flatwork to functional art — and increase what you can offer clients.
- Decorative Concrete Specialists: If you’re already skilled in stamping, staining, or overlays, this is your chance to add premium interior pieces to your portfolio. Expand your offerings, increase your margins, and stand out from the competition.
- Builders & General Contractors: Add a high-value, customizable material to your projects. From kitchen islands to bath vanities, concrete opens up creative options clients are willing to pay for.
- Fabricators, Woodworkers & Makers: Take your craftsmanship further by integrating concrete into your builds. You’ll learn how to form, pour, and finish with the same precision you bring to every other part of your work.
- Ambitious DIYers: You’re serious about getting it right. Whether for personal projects or future business, this hands-on training gives you the tools and know-how to build concrete pieces like a pro.
Does it matter whether I attend Fire Pits, Sinks or Furniture?
Not really. Each workshop is built on the same proven techniques: forming, mix design, fiber reinforcement, casting, finishing techniques and sealers. The difference is simply in the project. So whether you’re working on a fire feature, a sink, or a table, you’re building the same core skill set, plus some project-specific details.
That said, many attendees choose to come back for more than one class (and take advantage of the alumnus discount). Why? Because each project offers new challenges, new solutions, and more hands-on experience that helps you refine your process and expand what you can offer your clients.
Pick the one that excites you the most — or take all three and build real momentum. Stay tuned for our Spring 2026 schedule if you can’t come back right away.
Will this really make me successful, with just 3 days of training?
Yes, if you go home and work hard and apply what you learned. And take advantage of our 100% dedicated, lifetime support.
But don’t take our word for it. Look at the CCI Alumni Success Stories. When you become a CCI Alumnus, you have far more than training – you have a life-long network of supportive colleagues.
Can you tell me more about the instructor?
Sure! Jeff Girard is a professional engineer and the founder of The Concrete Countertop Institute. With a strong background in structural and civil engineering, Jeff brings a rigorous, scientific approach to concrete countertop design and fabrication. He leads all instruction at CCI, combining deep technical expertise with hands-on training to help professionals master the craft of concrete countertops. Jeff’s teaching style is clear, practical, and grounded in engineering principles, ensuring that students not only learn how but also understand why.
Jeff established The Concrete Countertop Institute (CCI) in 2004 to bring clarity, credibility, and professionalism to the art and science of concrete countertops. CCI’s mission is to empower professionals to build successful businesses through high-quality training and proven techniques. The curriculum is based on real engineering, not trial-and-error, helping students achieve durable, beautiful results. Through hands-on training, online resources, and support for ongoing learning, CCI equips craftsmen with the skills and knowledge to excel in the growing field of creative concrete.
Do you have any more testimonials?
We have A LOT, from many of the almost 2000 people who have trained with The Concrete Countertop Institute since 2004, from all around the world.
But far more than that, we have the stories of people who took the training and built a successful business. THAT is the true measure of the value of a training course, and proof that CCI training works.
Where exactly is this training located?
What is the class size?
How much does it cost?
Tuition for new students is a one-time investment of $995. Tuition for alumni is $649.
Students are accepted in order of payment. Classes regularly fill up, so early registration is encouraged.
I'm a CCI alumnus. How do I get the alumnus price?
Contact Kim at 919-270-3707 or [email protected] for registration. Only 2 alumni are accepted to each workshop.
What is your refund policy?
Thank you for trusting The Concrete Countertop Institute for your training. We understand that sometimes unforeseen circumstances may arise and you may need to cancel your registration. Please understand that we are unable to offer refunds for this class. However, we can apply your tuition or deposit towards a future training class within one year of your original class date. Alternatively, we can apply your tuition or deposit towards self-study training. Click here for the details of our class policies.
If you still have questions, call or text Kim at 919-270-3707, or email [email protected]
Make the Leap From “Trying” to Truly Professional
You’ve put in the hours. You’ve watched the videos. Maybe you’ve even built a few pieces — but you still feel like something’s missing.
This workshop is where it all comes together.
In just 3 focused, hands-on days, you’ll learn proven, professional techniques that take the guesswork out of your process. You’ll walk away with real skills, real confidence, and a clear path forward — backed by expert support and a community that’s committed to building with pride.
It’s time to stop figuring it out alone. Step into the training that changes everything.
Claim your spot now — and start creating with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
