Register for MnDOT Technical Certification Program (TCP) classes through Lake Superior College

To work on Federal and State aid funded and state highway constructions projects in Minnesota, you need to be certified through the MnDOT Technical Certification program. Register for MnDOT Technical Certification Program (TCP) classes through Lake Superior College.

About the Program

Please visit the MnDOT Technical Certification Program website.

Use the MnDOT Technical Certification Program website to:

• See cancellation and rescheduling policies and directions
• Get logistics about classes, such as meals, lodging and class locations
• Get step-by-step directions for registering for classes
• Access your Tech ID and Technical Certification card
• Learn about the certification process
• Find your course materials
• Take your exam and find procedures for retests and test-outs
• Find construction resources and MnDOT contacts

2025 -2026 New Registration Process

Registration – October 1-2-3. It’s as easy as A-B-C.

We heard you! Registering a lot of people for all the classes at once can be tough – starting at midnight is even tougher! New for 2025, registration will now open on different mornings during the first week of October, starting at 6:00 AM each day.

• Registration opens for all Recertification classes at 6:00 AM on October 1. Start with all the classes needed to make sure you (or the people you are registering) keep their certifications active. Classes: BPTR, BMDR, BSIR, BCIR, CFTR, CFIR, CPTR, GBTR, GBIR
• Next up, registration opens for all Tester classes at 6:00 AM on October 2, 2025. Registering for the Tester classes first can help you make sure you (or the people you are registering) take the classes in the correct Tester → Inspector order. Classes: APTC, BPTC, CFTC, CPTC, CSTC, GBTC
• Finally, registration opens for all Inspector classes at 6:00 AM on October 3, 2025. If you did the Tester registrations the day before, you then focus on getting yourself (or the people you are registering) in Inspector classes that come after the Tester one. Classes: BMDC, BSIC, BCIC, CFIC, GBIC

The Course Brochure will be posted in mid-September so you can make your registration plans. Remember – Every technician needs a Tech ID and email to be registered. See our website for more information.

Classes Offered

• Aggregate Production Tester
• Bituminous Plant Tester
• Bituminous Mix Designer
• Bituminous Street Inspector
• Bridge Construction Inspector
• Concrete Field Tester
• Concrete Field Inspector
• Concrete Plant Tester
• Concrete Strength Tester
• Grading and Base Tester
• Grading and Base Inspector

Important links

• MnDOT Technical Certification Program website
• MnDOT Spec Book order form
• To request a MnDOT tech ID number, see the Technical Certification Program website.

DATES

• October 1: Recertification Classes
• October 2: Tester Classes
• October 3: Inspector Classes

Plan Your Registration

NEW PROCESS: We will be opening classes over three days this season. Class registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Classes may fill quickly. A MnDOT Tech ID number is required to register for classes.

Winter Weather Advisory

WINTER WEATHER ANNOUNCEMENT: Classes will not be cancelled due to inclement weather. If you feel driving conditions are too dangerous for you to attend, please contact Suzanne Johnsrud the morning of the scheduled class. You will be moved to another section (if one is available) or will be issued a refund. Additional classes will NOT be opened to accommodate those that choose not to attend due to weather. You can contact Suzanne Johnsrud at .