Candidates taking a proctored NCCER assessment in the on-site testing room

Finishing, Insulation & Coatings

Drywall MechanicNCCER Assessment

Proctored written and hands-on assessment in Portland, TX. One flat $150, credential to the NCCER Registry. By appointment.

Assessment fee$150
FormatWritten + hands-on
WhenMon – Fri · 8 AM – 5 PM
CredentialNCCER Registry

01The Assessment

Prove What
You Already Know.

Drywall mechanics hang, tape and finish gypsum board on walls and ceilings in commercial and industrial buildings.

What the assessment covers

The NCCER Drywall Mechanic assessment covers board types and fasteners, layout and hanging, taping and finishing levels, corner beads and trims, and material handling safety. Pass, and the credential is recorded on the NCCER Registry.

Who tests out

  • Experienced drywall mechanics who need the NCCER credential on paper
  • Hands whose credential is coming due for renewal
  • Hands whose contractor needs the credential verified before a turnaround
  • Anyone hired on the condition of getting the card

02How It Works

Three Steps To The Card

01

Book Your Date

Online in two minutes, or call the office.

02

Test In Portland

Written assessment first, then the hands-on performance verification where the craft calls for one.

03

Get The Credential

Pass and it's recorded on the NCCER Registry, where every contractor in the country can verify it.

03Common Questions

Drywall Mechanic FAQ

The NCCER Drywall Mechanic assessment covers board types and fasteners, layout and hanging, taping and finishing levels, corner beads and trims, and material handling safety. Pass, and your credential is recorded on the NCCER Registry.

No. This is a test-out for people who already do the work. If you want training first, see our Advanced Rigger and Signal Person courses.

$150 flat, paid in full when you book. Assessments run by appointment at our Portland, TX testing room.

A government-issued photo ID. NCCER requires it before you can sit for the assessment.

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Your Future Starts Here

Already Know
The Work?

Book your Drywall Mechanic assessment, bring your ID, and leave with a credential the whole industry recognizes.

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