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Start or expand your estimating career with professional job training.

Scope By Trade Academy Ltd. offers a one-of-a-kind, hands-on Estimating Workshop designed to teach you everything you need to know to become a confident, skilled estimator, no matter your background or experience level.  Through a structured six‑month training period, you’ll gain the knowledge and experience needed to become a Certified Quantity Surveyor. 


We take an out-of-the-box approach to construction education, combining real-world insights with practical training. Our workshop covers everything from the basics of material estimating to advanced blueprint reading, detailed takeoffs, and insider tips to maximize profits and minimize losses. We offer focused courses like “Objects & Views” and “Construction Math” to sharpen your skills and understanding of trade-specific details.


Whether you’re new to construction or already working in the field, our experienced instructors, who’ve worked both on the jobsite and in the office, bring decades of expertise to help you bridge the gap between theory and application. Our ultimate goal is to prepare you for work, whether it’s full-time employment or launching your own freelance estimating business.


Upon completing the workshop, graduates will receive a certificate and gain eligibility for membership, unlocking exclusive perks and continued support.

This isn’t just a course, it’s a launchpad for your career. 


Join us and learn what it truly takes to be a professional Quantity Surveyor.

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Ready to start training?

Submit your application to register for the fall 2026 or spring 2027 season.

 Click the link to download the application. Submit your application to info@scopebytrade.com.

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How Applying Works

Submit Your Application

Complete the online application with information about your education, interests, skills, career goals, and current availability.

Application Review

The SBTA team will review your application and determine whether you meet the program requirements and should move forward in the selection process.

Connect With SBTA

Applicants who move forward will be contacted by an SBTA representative to discuss their application, goals, availability, and any additional information needed.

Confirm Your Participation

If selected, SBTA will work with you to confirm your participation and determine a training schedule that works with your circumstances.

Begin Your SBTA Workshop

Once your participation is confirmed, you'll receive the information you need to attend your workshop and begin your SBTA experience.

Required Training Workshops

Introduction to Estimating

Introduction to Estimating

Introduction to Estimating

This course is designed to get you up and running... but you must crawl before you walk. At Scope By Trade Academy, you'll get a full detailed introduction to the who, what, when, where, why — and most importantly — how of estimating and quantity surveying.

Building Characteristics

Introduction to Estimating

Introduction to Estimating

Building is only a product of creation, and we'll give you a good understanding of what exactly is built.

Anatomy of a Building/Home

Introduction to Estimating

Anatomy of a Building/Home


For all homes and buildings come what we call the skeleton, organs and skin. Understanding the anatomy is key in understanding the structure.

Building Codes

Roles of Construction Employees

Anatomy of a Building/Home

Every building and all construction should be able to code — it's always good to know and keep in mind.

Types Of Construction

Roles of Construction Employees

Roles of Construction Employees

Not all construction companies can do every type of project.  This is where knowledge and experience in reading blueprints and understanding the scope of work is required.

Roles of Construction Employees

Roles of Construction Employees

Roles of Construction Employees

Some are in field some are in office. Some do both. We will give you a full breakdown of typical construction roles and titles.

CSI Codes

Structural Terminology

Structural Terminology

Estimating is quantified by CSI codes.  A great estimator knows many by heart.

Structural Terminology

Structural Terminology

Structural Terminology

Learning the lingo of the construction industry is a huge part of communication within this industry.

Mathematics

Structural Terminology

Objects & Views

Learn units of measurement and basic geometry.

Objects & Views

Principles of Construction Estimating

Objects & Views

Here's where the fun peaks. It's all about perception.

Blueprint Reading

Principles of Construction Estimating

Principles of Construction Estimating

Have you ever been in a mall and saw the map that says "you are here" but you were still lost? Not anymore.  At Scope By Trade Academy, you will learn how to master blueprint reading to the smallest detail.

Principles of Construction Estimating

Principles of Construction Estimating

Principles of Construction Estimating

Estimating is done in a multitude of ways for various reasons by different trades. Why not learn as many as possible?

Final Preparation | AT A GLANCE

Professional Cost Estimating and Bidding

Professional Cost Estimating and Bidding

Professional Cost Estimating and Bidding

Learn what to expect when working as a quantity surveyor/cost estimator for any construction company.

Preparation For Employment

Professional Cost Estimating and Bidding

Professional Cost Estimating and Bidding

We will guide you in preparing your resume and cover letter tailored to what a typical construction company looks for in a good candidate.

Graduation & Certificate of Completion

Professional Cost Estimating and Bidding

Graduation & Certificate of Completion

Upon completion of this program, successful students will receive a graduation and certificate of completion that they can attach to their resume.

Industry Curriculum Recognition Statements

Industry Curriculum Recognition Statement 1_SBTA (pdf)Download
Industry Curriculum Recognition Statement 2_SBTA (pdf)Download

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