How do I become a registered land surveyor?
ResearchCollect detailed information about the surveying profession. Visit a local library, interview a registered surveyor or inquire at a local community college to learn what schools offer programs in surveying.Education and ExperienceEnroll in a four-year college or university that offers a bachelor’s degree in surveying. Seek an internship with an engineering firm or government agency. Work experience and a bachelor’s degree are necessary to become a licensed surveyor.Licensure TestingPass two licensing exams given by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES)–part one, Fundamentals of Surveying, and part two, Principles and Practice of Surveying. You need four years work under a licensed surveyor to qualify for the second exam. Ask your state licensing board if it requires passing an additional state exam to complete the process.Source:U.S.
