Upcoming Certification Training Schedule
For Contractors
A contractor with adequate training ensures a top-quality wall can be built. Our on-going certification program brings vital information to you about the expanding demand for stackable block walls. Classes are scheduled periodically throughout the United States and Canada and are ideal for those who are looking for top-quality information and training on Allan Block Products. Check below for upcoming classes in your area.
Check back, as more dates will be added as they become available or
request training in your area.
United States
ILLINOIS - Bridgeview
March 14, 2023
Class Details
Hosted by:

Location: Class will be hosted by Illinois Brick Company at 7542 W. 73rd Street, Bridgeview, IL
Sign-in: 8:00 am CDT Class Time: 8:30 am CDT
Cost: None
The class will introduce you to the Allan Block product line and teach the advantages of segmental retaining walls. Class includes professional hands-on training, all training materials and lunch. Wear comfortable clothes and appropriate shoes for participation in the hands-on session. Will follow CDC guidelines.
Please contact Carolyn Nutter with any questions regarding this class.
Phone: 513-326-2976 or E-Mail: nutterc@readingrock.com
Register By: March 7, 2023
ILLINOIS - Decatur
February 28, 2023
Class Details
Hosted by:

Location: Date changed from 3/1 to 2/28. Located at Reading Rock - New Manufacturing Plant, 801 N McKinley Ave, Champaign, IL 61821
Sign-in: 8:00 am CST Class Time: 8:30 am CST
Cost: 0
Learn about the advantages of retaining walls and how they work with proper construction methods from the industry experts. Earn CEU credits for professional associations. Food and materials provided. Wear appropriate clothing for hand-on training.
Please contact Carolyn Nutter with any questions regarding this class.
Phone: 513-326-2976 or E-Mail: nutterc@readingrock.com
Register By: February 22, 2023
INDIANA - Fishers
February 22, 2023
Class Details
Hosted by:

Location: Reading Rock, Inc. RDC, 12595 Cumberland Road, Fishers, IN
Sign-in: 7:30 am Class Time: 8:00 am - 3 pm
Cost: $25.00
Learn about the advantages of retaining walls and how they work with proper construction methods from the industry experts. Earn CEU credits for professional associations. Food and materials provided. Wear appropriate clothing for hand-on training.
Please contact Carolyn Nutter with any questions regarding this class.
Phone: 513-326-2976 or E-Mail: nutterc@readingrock.com
or E-Mail: foutsj@readingrock.com
Register By: February 14, 2023
KENTUCKY - Louisville
February 21, 2023
Class Details
Hosted by:

Location: Reading Rock Inc. - RDC - 13698 Aiken Road, Louisville, KY
Sign-in: 7:30 am EST Class Time: 8:00 am EST
Cost: $55
The class will introduce you to the Allan Block product line and teach the advantages of segmental retaining walls. Class includes professional hands-on training, all training materials and lunch. Wear comfortable clothes and appropriate shoes for participation in the hands-on session. Will follow CDC guidelines.
Please contact Carolyn Nutter with any questions regarding this class.
Phone: 513-326-2976 or E-Mail: nutterc@readingrock.com
Register By: February 14, 2023
MICHIGAN - Kalamazoo
March 2, 2023
Class Details
Hosted by:

Location: Located in Meeting Room at Home Builders of Western Michigan -
5700 West Michigan Avenue,
Kalamazoo, MI
Sign-in: 8:00 a.m. Class Time: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Cost: $40
The class will introduce you to the Allan Block product line and teach the advantages of segmental retaining walls. Class includes professional hands-on training, all training materials and lunch. Wear comfortable clothes and appropriate shoes for participation in the hands-on session. The test is available in both Spanish and English.
Please contact Melissa Kline with any questions regarding this class.
Phone: (269) 370-4416 or E-Mail: makline@consumersconcrete.com
Register By: February 23, 2023
MICHIGAN - Lansing
March 22, 2023
Class Details
Hosted by:

Location: Consumers Concrete Training Room
**Upstairs Location - No Elevator
1520 E. Malcolm X Street,
Lansing, MI
Sign-in: 8:00 am Class Time: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Cost: $40
The class will introduce you to the Allan Block product line and teach the advantages of segmental retaining walls. Class includes professional hands-on training, all training materials and lunch. Wear comfortable clothes and appropriate shoes for participation in the hands-on session. The test is available in both Spanish and English.
Please contact Melissa Kline with any questions regarding this class.
Phone: (269) 370-4416 or E-Mail: makline@consumersconcrete.com
or E-Mail: stjansen@consumersconcrete.com
Register By: March 15, 2023
MINNESOTA - Bloomington
March 9, 2023
Class Details
Hosted by:

Location: Allan Block Headquarters: 7424 W. 78th Street, Bloomington, MN 55439
Sign-in: 7:45 AM Class Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Cost: No Charge
The class will introduce you to the Allan Block product line and teach the advantages of segmental retaining walls. Class includes professional hands-on training, all training materials and lunch. Wear comfortable clothes and appropriate shoes for participation in the hands-on session.
Please contact Jonathan Dorow with any questions regarding this class.
Phone: 612-756-4672 or E-Mail: jdorow@amconconcreteproducts.com
or E-Mail: cjulius@allanblock.com
Register By: March 7, 2023
NEW JERSEY - Little Silver
February 24, 2023
Class Details
Hosted by:

Location: Ryser's Landscape Supply, 145 White Road, Little Silver NJ
Sign-in: 7:30 am Class Time: 8 am - 3 pm
Cost: $35
The class will introduce you to the Allan Block product line and teach the advantages of segmental retaining walls. Cost includes professional hands-on training, all training materials and hot breakfast and lunch. Come dressed in appropriate attire for participation in the hands-on session
Please contact Devin Ryser with any questions regarding this class.
Phone: or E-Mail: devin@rysersnj.com
Register By: February 21, 2023
NORTH CAROLINA - Newton
February 17, 2023
Class Details
Hosted by:

Location: For classroom training: Crown Plaza Hotel, 1385 Lenoir Rhyne Blvd, SE, Hickory, NC
Location for hands-on training following classroom: SiteOne Landscapes, 2067 Fairgrove Church Road SE, Newton, NC
Sign-in: 8 am Class Time: 8:30 am - 3 pm
Cost: $25 - refundable upon first SiteOne purchase
The class will introduce you to the Allan Block product line and teach the advantages of segmental retaining. Class includes professional hands-on training, all training materials and lunch. Wear comfortable clothes and appropriate shoes for participation in the hands-on session.
Please contact Luke Peterson with any questions regarding this class.
Phone: (828) 464-8101 or E-Mail: lpeterson@siteone.com
Register By: February 15, 2023
OHIO - Lebanon, OH
February 2, 2023
Class Details
Hosted by:

Location: Warren County Fairgrounds, 665 North Broadway
Sign-in: 7:30 am EST Class Time: 8:00 am EST
Cost: $55
The class will introduce you to the Allan Block product line and teach the advantages of segmental retaining walls. Class includes professional hands-on training, all training materials and lunch. Wear comfortable clothes and appropriate shoes for participation in the hands-on session. Will Follow CDC guidelines.
Please contact Carolyn Nutter with any questions regarding this class.
Phone: 513-326-2976 or E-Mail: nutterc@readingrock.com
Register By: January 25, 2023
OHIO - Wadsworth
March 9, 2023
Class Details
Hosted by:

Location: Located at: Contractor Warehouse, 6556 Burdett Road, Wadsworth, OH
Sign-in: 7:30 AM Class Time: 8:00 AM
Cost: $55.00
Learn about the advantages of retaining walls and how they work with proper construction methods from the industry experts. Earn CEU credits for professional associations. Food and materials provided. Wear appropriate clothing for hand-on training.
Please contact Carolyn Nutter with any questions regarding this class.
Phone: 513-326-2976 or E-Mail: nutterc@readingrock.com
Register By: March 2, 2023
OREGON - Medford
April 6, 2023
Class Details
Hosted by:

Location: Compass by Margaritaville-Medford, 2399 South Pacific Hwy, Medford, OR
Sign-in: 7:30 Class Time: 8 am - 3 pm
Cost: $75
The class will introduce you to the Allan Block product line and teach the advantages of segmental retaining. Class includes professional hands-on training, all training materials and lunch. Wear comfortable clothes and appropriate shoes for participation in the hands-on session.
Please contact Katy Weston with any questions regarding this class.
Phone: 541-233-6711 or E-Mail: katy@oregonblock.com
or E-Mail: tanner@oregonblock.com
Register By: April 4, 2023
OREGON - Pendleton
March 30, 2023
Class Details
Hosted by:

Location: Eastern Oregon Rentals, 338 NW 57th Dr., Pendleton, OR
Sign-in: 7:30 Class Time: 8 am - 3 pm
Cost: $75
The class will introduce you to the Allan Block product line and teach the advantages of segmental retaining. Class includes professional hands-on training, all training materials and lunch. Wear comfortable clothes and appropriate shoes for participation in the hands-on session.
Please contact Tanner Weston with any questions regarding this class.
Phone: (541) 233-7856 or E-Mail: tanner@oregonblock.com
or E-Mail: katy@oregonblock.com
Register By: March 28, 2023
OREGON - Redmond
March 21, 2023
Class Details
Hosted by:

Location: Eagle Crest Resort - Golden Eagle Ballroom, 1522 Cline Falls Hwy, Redmond, OR
Sign-in: 7:30 Class Time: 8 am - 3 pm
Cost: $75
The class will introduce you to the Allan Block product line and teach the advantages of segmental retaining. Class includes professional hands-on training, all training materials and lunch. Wear comfortable clothes and appropriate shoes for participation in the hands-on session.
Please contact Tracy Weston with any questions regarding this class.
Phone: (541) 408-1570 or E-Mail: tracy@oregonblock.com
Register By: March 20, 2023
OREGON - Wilsonville
March 16, 2023
Class Details
Hosted by:

Location: Wilsonville Holiday Inn, 25425 SW 95th Ave, Wilsonville, OR
Sign-in: 7:30 Class Time: 8 am - 3 pm
Cost: $75
The class will introduce you to the Allan Block product line and teach the advantages of segmental retaining. Class includes professional hands-on training, all training materials and lunch. Wear comfortable clothes and appropriate shoes for participation in the hands-on session.
Please contact Tanner Weston with any questions regarding this class.
Phone: (541) 233-7856 or E-Mail: tanner@oregonblock.com
Register By: March 14, 2023
PENNSYLVANIA - Chambersburg
February 1, 2023
Class Details
Hosted by:

Location: Nitterhouse training facility - 859 Cleveland Ave, Chambersburg, PA
Sign-in: 7:30am Class Time: 8:00am
Cost: $35
Learn from the experts when you attend our AB Certified Contractor Class. The class will introduce you to the Allan Block product line and teach the advantages of segmental retaining walls. In addition, the course will explore principals of wall design, how segmental retaining wall products work, reasons why walls fail as well as teach proper construction methods. Breakfast/lunch and materials provided. Wear appropriate clothing for hand-on training. LImited to 20 people, register today!
Please contact Jason Beatty with any questions regarding this class.
Phone: 717-377-8295 or E-Mail: jbeatty@nitterhouse.com
Register By: January 27, 2023
PENNSYLVANIA - Chambersburg
March 22, 2023
Class Details
Hosted by:

Location: Nitterhouse training facility - 859 Cleveland Ave, Chambersburg, PA
Sign-in: 7:30am Class Time: 8:00am
Cost: $35
Learn from the experts when you attend our AB Certified Contractor Class. The class will introduce you to the Allan Block product line and teach the advantages of segmental retaining walls. In addition, the course will explore principals of wall design, how segmental retaining wall products work, reasons why walls fail as well as teach proper construction methods. Breakfast/lunch and materials provided. Wear appropriate clothing for hand-on training. LImited to 20 people, register today!
Please contact Jason Beatty with any questions regarding this class.
Phone: 717-377-8295 or E-Mail: jbeatty@nitterhouse.com
Register By: March 17, 2023
SOUTH CAROLINA - Greer
February 2, 2023
Class Details
Hosted by:

Location: SiteOne Landscapes, 1165 Brockman - McClimon Rd, Greer, SC.
Sign-in: 8:30 am Class Time: 9 am - 3 pm
Cost: No Charge
Learn about the Allan Block products, the advantages of segmental retaining walls and the proper installation steps from the industry experts. Earn CEU credits for professional associations. Food and materials provided. Cost includes professional hands-on training, all training materials, breakfast and lunch. Wear comfortable clothes and appropriate shoes for participation in the hands-on session.
Please contact Max Allen with any questions regarding this class.
Phone: 864-879-4914 or E-Mail: mallen@siteone.com
or E-Mail: conrad.laws@chandlerconcrete.com
Register By: January 31, 2023
WASHINGTON - Spokane
February 23, 2023
Class Details
Hosted by:

Location: SCC Apprenticeship and Journeyman Training Center
2110 N. Fancher Way,
Spokane, WA 99212
(2 blocks from White Block Company)
Class will be held in the Mason Contractor's Warehouse
Directions to follow as we get closer to the event.
Sign-in: 7:45 Class Time: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Cost: $45.00
Sign up to learn the basic principles of SRW design. The advantages of the Allan Block System. Why Segmental Retaining Walls Fail and the Lessons Learned.
You will participate in the hands-on portion of the class to learn proper methods for constructing Allan Block Retaining Walls.
We will cover the Free AB Estimating Tools & Software that is available to you.
Course materials and lunch are provided. Wear appropriate clothes and shoes for hands-on session.
Please contact Derek Jones with any questions regarding this class.
Phone: 509-534-0651 or E-Mail: blockhead@whiteblockcompany.com
Register By: February 17, 2023
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