California CAC/CSST Exam Prep Course

Prepare to pass your California Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC) and Certified Site Surveillance Technician (CSST) state certification exams with confidence

Parra Environmental Training’s CAC/CSST Exam Prep Course is a focused review designed to sharpen your knowledge of key asbestos regulatory topics and exam-critical content prior to taking the California state CAC and/or CSST certification exams. This class distills the most important elements of AHERA and DOSH asbestos training — including regulations, definitions, calculations, and compliance standards — into an efficient, practical format that supports retention and real-world application.

You’ll revisit core AHERA disciplines (Contractor/Supervisor, Building Inspector, Management Planner, Project Designer) and review essential state and federal rules such as NESHAP, Title 8 CCR Section 1529, the Ban & Phase-Out Rule, and other regulatory sections candidates commonly encounter on the written exams.

Interactive exercises, sample questions, and exam strategies are woven throughout the course to help you anticipate the format, manage test-taking pressure, and think critically about the “why” behind correct answers. Practice simulations acclimate you to timed testing and question styles typically seen in the CAC and CSST exams.

Who Should Attend

This prep course is intended for individuals preparing to take the California CAC and/or CSST state certification examinations. Whether you’re approaching your first exam attempt, seeking a refresher before re-test, or bridging AHERA classroom training with practical recall, this class gives structure and focus to your study plan.

Key Topics Covered

• Comprehensive review of AHERA initial course subject matter

• Critical California state regulations and compliance requirements

• NESHAP, Title 8 CCR Sections 1529 and 5144

• Definitions and acronyms likely to appear on the exams

• Common mathematical and calculation problems

• Test-taking strategies and time management

• Practice questions and simulated exam conditions

Course Outcomes

After completing this course, you will:

• Understand the structure and emphasis of the CAC and CSST written exams

• Be able to recall and apply regulatory requirements under both federal and California Title 8 standards

• Gain familiarity with common exam questions and effective solving strategies

• Approach the state certification exams with increased confidence and preparedness

Prerequisites

Students should have successfully completed all required AHERA training courses relevant to the certification(s) they are preparing for (e.g., Contractor/Supervisor, Building Inspector, Management Planner, Project Designer) and hold current certificates where applicable. Examination applications and prerequisites are administered by California DOSH and must be submitted independently by the candidate prior to exam scheduling. See the Exam Dates and CalDOSH form here for more information