Utah

Associate degree minimum

Licensing Board

Utah Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors Board

Education

AAS in land surveying or geomatics from CHEA-accredited institution (per R156-22-302c); BS and higher also accepted

Experience

Experience under licensed PLS required (50% field, 50% office); years vary by education level per R156-22-302g

Examinations

  • FS (Fundamentals of Surveying) — required by all states
  • PS (Principles and Practice of Surveying) — required by all states
  • State-specific: Utah Professional Land Surveyor Examination

Continuing Education

30 PDH per 2-year cycle (no online limitations)

Reciprocity & Comity

Comity available with NCEES Record

Professional Society

Utah Council of Land Surveyors

Last verified: April 2026. Requirements can change — always confirm with Utah Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors Board .