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COVID-19 Statement From the CST Board

A message to all CST applicants, proctors, and company sponsors:

The Certified Survey Technician Board of Directors recognizes that COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact everyone. With schedules disrupted, restrictions on travel implemented, gatherings limited, and shelter-in-place mandates in many states, our normal routines have been severely disrupted.

The activities of the CST Board are no exception. While the board continues to operate, grading of exams, consideration of question challenges, and responses to inquiries may be delayed. Paper exams will not be available until further notice. Only online exams are available. For those trying to schedule an online exam, consultation with your proctor is strongly advised.

The CST Board appreciates your continued support and interest in the program. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact NSPS directly.

Now Accepting Q1 Exam Applications

Between January 6th and 24th, we’re issuing our first invite of the year to all “Fast Track” members interested in sitting for the CST exam (levels I, II or III). If you’ve completed training modules during the fall session and/or feel you’re ready to take the exam, the process is simple:

*Decide on a time and location OR make arrangements with an exam proctor
*Submit paperwork and payment to NSPS

While anyone can schedule an exam directly with NSPS at any time, Learn CST assists all Fast Track members with arranging their examination.

If you need more time, you can continue training or register for our winter class here. We’ll issue another invite in April.

If you’re ready to take the exam, visit our exam application page to get started. Good luck!

New Fast Track Format

We’re excited to unveil LearnCST’s new “Fast Track” format. Those that join our quarterly class can now set a target exam date; at the end of each session, we’ll aid students that are ready in arranging their official examination.

From a design perspective, we’ve cut out much of the clutter and made progression through the individual work elements more efficient. We’ve paid special attention to the layout of quizzes. In the coming weeks, we’ll add additional reference material within the quizzes themselves; in the event you encounter problem areas or questions, you won’t have to look far for hints and other information regarding the correct answer.

I’m proud to say that the CST program is certifying more technicians than ever before. From a development perspective, additional career placement tools, video content and other enhancements are in the works that we’re certain you’ll appreciate.

Drop us a line if you have any comments, concerns or suggestions RE our new format!

Thanks again for your interest in the CST program.

Glen Thurow, PS, CFedS
Lead Instructor, LearnCST

A Welcome Note from our Lead Instructor

If you’re looking to certify your skills and abilities, you’ve come to the right place!

The purpose of this site is to assist you in preparing for the National Society of Surveyor’s Certified Survey Technician (NSPS CST) exam, levels I, II & III, with specific emphasis on honing your critical thinking skills and pursuing further independent study.

LearnCST was built to guide you from exam prep all the way to certification.

There is a literal sea of land surveying focused learning material out there. LearnCST isolates the exact work elements the examinations are built around—working in concert with the CST board, we’ve developed learning modules complete with hundreds of questions similar to those you’ll find on the exams. Our learning modules and lessons end with quizzes that will allow you to gauge your survey knowledge and test your aptitude.

We’ve put together a bundle of important information that explains the program.

Lead Instructor Glen Thurow, PS, CFedS

Take a moment to register and you’ll receive the following outlines for no charge:

  • Our program prospectus, explaining our resources
  • Key exam rules, tips, dates, policy and procedure
  • Recommended reading and exam prep checklist
  • Immediate access to sample quizzes, videos and more

If you’d prefer access to our full library and resource bank, you can join the fast track anytime.

While you can proceed at any pace, our “Fast Track” program follows a quarterly course schedule to encourage progress. We offer regular instructor access via “office hours”, student chat boards and weekly class hangouts in the event you need assistance with a topic. All fast track students receive assistance in arranging their CST examination when ready. Keep in mind that certification fees are additional, paid directly to NSPS—all of this is covered in your course prospectus.

Glen Thurow, PS, CFedS
Lead Instructor, LearnCST

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