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Surveying Education & Career Development
Whether you are preparing for a career in land surveying, building your technical skills, or advancing within the profession, there are a variety of educational and certification pathways available in Washington and throughout the Pacific Northwest.
College & University Programs
Explore degree, certificate, and coursework options that can help prepare you for a career in surveying, geomatics, and geospatial technology.
Clark College
Surveying and geomatics education supporting students pursuing technical and professional careers in land surveying.
Explore Clark College →Bellingham Technical College
Engineering Technology - Geomatics AAS program providing education in surveying and geospatial technology.
Explore Bellingham Technical College →Idaho State University
Online Bachelor of Science program in Surveying & Geomatics Engineering Technology, providing a flexible pathway for students pursuing professional careers in land surveying and geomatics.
Explore Idaho State University →Oregon Institute of Technology
Geomatics programs including a B.S. Geomatics - Surveying Option, along with GIS and related geospatial educational opportunities.
Explore Oregon Tech Programs →Renton Technical College
Field Surveying Technician education focused on the practical skills used in surveying field operations.
Explore Renton Technical College →Yakima Valley College
Offers an AAS in Land Survey & Construction Design Technology as well as a Land Survey Certificate.
Explore Yakima Valley College →Certified Survey Technician (CST)
A National Certification for Survey Technicians
The Certified Survey Technician (CST) Program is a national certification program sponsored by the National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS). It provides survey technicians with a recognized way to demonstrate their technical knowledge, skills, and professional development.
Certification is available through four levels and two primary career tracks.
CST Certification Levels
Entry level - no experience required
Minimum 1.5 years total experience
Minimum 3.5 years total experience
Minimum 5.5 years total experience
Additional Education Resources
Financial assistance and additional resources are available to help students pursue surveying education and careers.
LSAW Foundation Scholarships
The LSAW Foundation supports students pursuing education and careers in the land surveying profession.
Scholarship Information →Professional Certification
College is not the only way to demonstrate professional growth. The CST program provides a structured certification pathway for technicians at multiple career levels.
Explore the CST Program →