Certified Floodplain Surveyor (CFS) Program

Renewal Policy

All land surveyors who hold the designation of Certified Floodplain Surveyor (CFS) in North Carolina are required to complete a four-hour biennial update course within two (2) years of the initial certification date and every two (2) years thereafter.

If the certification expiration date passes prior to completion of the required update course, the CFS must attend the next available class. The grace period for meeting this requirement may not exceed one (1) year from the expiration date. Failure to complete the update course within this grace period will result in revocation of the certification. To be reinstated, the individual must attend the full CFS course and pass the associated exam.

CFS update courses may be taken through the North Carolina Society of Surveyors (NCSS) or through a program offered by the National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS). NSPS-sponsored updates will be recognized, but it is the responsibility of the individual CFS holder to notify NCSS and provide documentation of completion.

This policy ensures that Certified Floodplain Surveyors in North Carolina maintain up-to-date knowledge of floodplain management, regulatory changes, and professional standards.