Online Land Surveying Training Programs

Basic

Learn the fundamental knowledge of land surveying. Great for non-technical hires or teams looking for an overview of land surveying.

$249

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Courses:

  • Land Surveying Fundamentals
  • Survey Field Safety Training






What You'll Learn:

  • Industry overview of land surveying
  • How land surveying works and why it matters
  • Intro to essential surveying equipment and tools (total stations, data collectors, GPS units)
  • Be able to speak the language of land surveying with industry jargon
  • Key roles, stakeholders, & responsibilities in land surveying
  • Different types of land surveys
  • How to interpret deeds and legal descriptions
  • Difference between what's on paper & actual physical boundaries in the field
  • Markers & monumentation, what it is and why it matters
  • Understand how state-specific regulations affect surveying practices
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Essentials

Comprehensive land surveying fundamentals and field training to get new field or backoffice hires up to speed.

$599

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Courses:

  • Everything from Basic+
  • Land Surveying Field Training






What You'll Learn:

  • Everything from Basic+
  • Basic Field Operations
  • Learn to set up and operate GPS units & total stations
  • Perform traverses and establish control points
  • Identify and recover boundary monuments
  • Collect accurate field data and photos
  • Record clear and complete field notes to save you & your team time
  • Understand error theory and measurement accuracy
  • Apply surveying concepts through hands-on fieldwork
  • Build skills to become a self-sufficient field crew member (gone are the days of just being a rodman)
  • Be able to produce value for the business within months instead of year

Advanced

Maximize your team’s capabilities with full access to One MC's Training Programs, providing deeper technical expertise across survey types.

$899

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Courses:

  • Everything from Essentials+
  • Boundary Surveying Deep Dive
  • ALTA Surveying Deep Dive
  • Construction/Topologic Surveying Deep Dive
  • Mortgage Surveying Field Training (upon request)

What You'll Learn:

  • Everything from Essentials+
  • Perform boundary surveys and retrace original property lines
  • Learn monument recovery and setting property corners
  • Read and interpret complex legal descriptions, plats, and adjoining parcels
  • Conduct ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys following national standards & Table A items
  • Collect evidence for title insurance & help resolve boundary, encroachment, and title issues
  • Create accurate 2D and 3D site maps using topographic and elevation data
  • Execute cut/fill calculations, staking for utilities, foundations, and structures on job sites
  • Apply surveying methods to support construction layouts and site planning
  • Utilize stationing, offsets, and leveling for precise construction survey execution
  • Bridge surveying theory to real-world application in legal, design, and construction settings

We Built This Training Program for You

Expertly crafted training, built by surveyors to help train & upskill teams in the land surveying industry

Land Surveying Employers

Whether you're a business owner, manager, or employer... Train your new hires 3x faster, generate value sooner, and standardize training company-wide.

New Hires & Aspiring Surveyors

No prior industry experience? No problem. Begin your surveying journey today. We built this program for you! We'll demystify land surveying, empower you with the skills to succeed, & get you up to speed as quickly.

Experienced Employees / Teams

Upgrade your skills, earn certifications, and grow. We got you covered whether you're looking to level up or transition from field crew to drafting, rod man to crew lead, or field crew to back office or management.

Learning Methods

01

Multi-Lesson

Includes different learning styles

02

Real World Examples

Tangible examples from real-life scenarios for practical learning beyond just textbook theory

03

Videos

Helps visual learners & reiterates concepts

04

Quizzes & Tests

Used for information retention, not teaching a test

05

Exercises

Practice makes perfect: at home & in-the-field

Land Surveying Training Reimagined, Online

  • Expertly crafted land surveying courses including lessons, assessments, videos, & resources
  • Assessments to track learning progress
  • Dictionary of Land Surveying Jargon
  • Real-world Examples
  • Downloadable Resources & Handouts
  • Field Note Best Practices
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Avg Time to Complete: 1-8 Weeks depending on program & approach
  • Calculations & Setup Guides (ESSENTIALS & ADVANCED)
  • Access to One MC's Land Surveying Community (ESSENTIALS & ADVANCED)
  • 1 Complimentary Trainer Account for Student Progress Tracking (ESSENTIALS & ADVANCED upon request)
  • Student Progress Reports for Trainers/Mentors (ESSENTIALS & ADVANCED upon request)

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PROVEN RESULTS WITH DIRECT RETURN ON INVESTMENT

  • Reduce new hire training time by 66%
  • Increase billable work sooner → Unlock potential revenue of $100K+/Employee/Yr
  • Reduce costly training hours & mistakes → Save $20,000+ per hire
  • Save senior staff time with standardized training → $10K Cost Saving + Driving Revenue
  • Reduce senior staff burnout from having to train or hand-hold new hires
  • Increase operational productivity by 2x
  • Improve staff retention through clear career development
  • Improve employee performance
  • Improve quality of surveys & field work by having consistent & standardized training across the board

"I'm onboarding new hires in 3-6 months instead of 18, and not losing my senior staff to burnout with the new hires."

Greg H

Field Crew Manager

Kevin W

CEO (McSteen Land Surveyors)

We've been able to onboard new hires in weeks not months with the training program. We've grown our business from 32 to 70+ employees. It would have been literally impossible without One MC's Training Program.

Greg H

Field Crew Manager

This is the most complete on-the-job land surveying training I have ever seen. There's really nothing like it in the industry and the industry is in dire need of this to keep up with talent shortages. I used to spend months training our new hires out in the field. Experienced hires are so rare nowadays so we have to consider people without industry experience. Training them takes precious time from my senior employees. I'm onboarding new hires in 3-6 months instead of 18, and not losing my senior staff to burnout or frustration with the newbies.

Taylor D

Survey Field Crew (new hire)

I love the fact that I was able to learn the land surveying basics before being thrown into the field. I'm more aware of what's going on in the field. I liked being able to learn the calculations and why we're doing certain things. I know I could always ask questions and that someone would be available.

Hunter P

Survey Tech (experienced hire)

All in all, I believe anyone would benefit from the training! It was a nice refresher and I believe it was a great jumping-off point for starting my new role!

Learn More - If it worked for them, what's stopping me!

Courses Included in One MC Training Programs

Each One MC Training Program contains a different bundle of Courses. Check out the Programs first and then take a look at the individual Courses to see the what's covered in each.

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How it Works

  • Step 1: Enrollment - Enroll in a Program based on your role and you'll be ready to learn within minutes.

  • Step 2: Training - Upon enrolling, you'd receive an onboarding email laying out your Course plan, the order you should take the Courses. There are two ways to learn with One MC Training Programs. 1) DIY online at your own pace, or 2) Hybrid (sponsored by your employer where you'd have a lead trainer/mentor). With the hybrid method, you'd alternate days between training online and on-the-job training out in the field with your trainer. One MC's online programs are interactive courses broken down into modules (chapters) and lessons within each chapter. All courses include real-world examples, practical assessments, & resources to support your work/onboarding journey.

  • Step 4: Progress Tracking - As you go through the course, the One MC Training platform will track your progress so you don't have to worry about saving or closing the program before you step away. Along the way, One MC can provide regular progress reports to help track your or your team's progress through the program. The progress reports are available upon request with the "Essentials" and "Advanced" Programs meant to be used by the employer/training lead to help coach their students along the way.

  • Step 5: Certification - Industry-recognized completion certificates for each Course & Program. One MC Training does not provide professionally accredited coursework for becoming a licensed professional land surveyor. One MC completion certificates are industry recognized for actual on-the-job tasks, duties, & best practices.

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

    General Program Questions

  • Who is this program designed for?

    This program is ideal for new hires in the land surveying industry. It's also suitable for current employees looking to refresh or deepen their skills in surveying.

  • Are there any prerequisites to enroll?

    No prior experience is required—just a desire to learn about land surveying and work in the field.

  • Are these certifications accredited?

    These certificates are not state-licensed but are valuable industry credentials that show completion of practical and theoretical training.

    • Enrollment & Payment

  • Can my employer sponsor my training?

    Absolutely. Many companies enroll new hires directly. Group licensing is available.

  • What payment methods do you accept?

    We accept major credit cards and ACH payments. Bulk employer invoices can be arranged.

  • Is there a refund policy?

    Yes. We offer a 14-day money-back guarantee if you are not satisfied and have not completed more than 25% of any course.

    • Trainer & Coaching Support

  • How do I communicate with instructors?

    Via in-course messaging or by email at [email protected].

  • Are coaching calls available?

    Yes. Group coaching calls occur monthly. One-on-one support may be scheduled as needed.

  • How long does the training take to complete?

    • Without On-the-Job Training: Courses can typically be completed in 1–3 days/ea depending on the package. The Basic Program can be completed in 1 - 3 days. Essentials can be completed in 1 - 2 weeks. Advanced can be completed between 2 - 4 weeks.

    • With On-the-Job Training: Full onboarding is designed to be completed in 1 month, with continued development, mentoring, and field notes review from months 2 - 6.
  • Is the program self-paced or instructor-led?

    The online portion is fully self-paced. However, support from instructors is available. If combined with field work, mentoring by a company trainer is highly recommended.

  • Do I need to assign a trainer at my company?

    Not required, but highly recommended. We offer a "Training the Trainers" course to support lead trainers at your company with field mentorship and evaluation. We can help to coach the trainers to increase positive results with new hires. 

  • Do I need equipment?

    No, but access to equipment is highly recommended for any Field Training courses which include hands-on learning. Course assignments are designed to be completed using typical field equipment. Check with your company on getting a basic equipment setup if they haven't provided you with one already. One MC can also rent equipment to you for training purposes if needed, just reach out and we can explore options with you.

  • What types of learning resources are included?A short heading for the start of a new group or the heading for the FAQ

    The program includes videos, readings, diagrams, quizzes, and field assignments to accommodate multiple learning styles.

  • Will I receive hands-on training?

    Yes, if your employer supports the OJT model. Field assignments are included in the course and should be completed with equipment.

  • Is there a fieldwork component?

    Yes. While optional, it is highly encouraged. Our recommended path includes field activities that mirror real job responsibilities.

  • What skills will I have after training?

    Graduates will understand survey terminology, equipment setup, boundary identification, safety protocols, and basic field procedures.

  • Will I be job-ready after completing the course?

    You’ll be ready to assist on jobs immediately. With consistent field practice, most trainees operate independently within 1–6 months.

  • Can I access the course on a mobile device?

    Yes. The platform is mobile-friendly. For optimal experience, we recommend a tablet or computer for detailed diagrams. Most of our students are using their field tablets for training. One MC Training is both web-based and app-based. You can access the web-based version in your browser through our normal website and signing in. For the mobile app version, you can download Thinkific from the app store which is our learning management platform. You can then search for One MC Training within the app to access the academy/programs.

Onboard & Train in 3 Months Instead of 18+ Months

Time is money. Would your rather spend more time on surveys and driving business value? Let us take training off your plate, empowering you and your team your team. Help us help you! We know it works and can't wait to see you accelerate your land surveying business.

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