
Transition From Technician To Surveyor
Ready to take the next step in your surveying career? Learn how to transition from technician to licensed professional surveyor—and why it’s worth it.
Why Become a Licensed Land Surveyor?
A professional land surveyor designation opens the door to long-term career growth and leadership opportunities in the field.

Moving from technician to licensed surveyor offers several advantages:
✓ Higher median salary
✓ Greater career flexibility
✓ Expanded job opportunities
✓ The ability to apply your technician skills in more advanced roles
Education Requirements for Surveyors in Indiana
Land surveyors need an associate’s degree and all of the education requirements from Indiana Administrative Code 865 IAC 1-2-1 to be met. The clock starts ticking as soon as you earn any degree–so if you have an Associate’s degree, you can begin earning work experience at the same time as you continue meeting the educational requirements.