GPR Training Near Me: Hands-On Ground Penetrating Radar Courses

The Decifer GPR Training Course

Ground Penetrating Radar Training Course Available Worldwide in English and German

Looking for GPR training near me that’s practical, hands-on, and industry-proven? Decifer provides comprehensive ground penetrating radar training for utility locators, concrete scanners, construction teams, engineers, and survey professionals across Canada and the U.S. Whether you need in-person training onsite, virtual instruction, or world-leading GPR simulation training, we deliver the skills and confidence needed to interpret GPR data accurately and safely.

What You’ll Learn in Our GPR Training

Our hands-on ground penetrating radar training teaches new and experienced technicians how to confidently operate GPR systems in real-world conditions. Whether you searched for GPR training near me or want a remote option for your team, our curriculum is designed around practical, industry-ready skills.

You’ll learn:

  • GPR equipment setup and calibration

  • Understanding radargrams and signal interpretation

  • Differentiating utilities, concrete features, voids, and anomalies

  • Conducting safe, accurate, and efficient scans

  • Reporting findings professionally

  • Improving jobsite decision-making using GPR data

Our goal is to help every technician move beyond simply “running the machine” to confidently interpreting results with accuracy.

The ONLY Training with a GPR Scanning Simulation

What Makes Decifer the Best Online Ground Penetrating Radar Training Course?

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The Decifer simulation software is the centerpiece of the GPR training course. This revolutionary course-like software is like having a radar system and an unlimited number of concrete slabs to learn and practice on. This provides:

- The ability to learn in a practical, hands-on way at your computer! Decifer is the only GPR Training Program that allows hands-on practice, without having to go into the field through our state-of-the-art GPR Scanning Simulation

- Customizable virtual slabs to match the skill level of the trainee. Settings can be changed to include top and bottom rebar, including running all the way or stopping, different sizes of wire mesh, conduits at varying depth, either straight or turning, single, double or clustered pre-tension cables and suspended, on smooth and rough grade, or Q-Deck slab bottom layer.

- Flexibility to match the GPR system of your choice! The system allows you to select the appropriate equipment settings for the training scenario and whatever radar equipment you use.

Decifer based Webinar training software program consists of:

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A live 12 hour webinar

A live 12 hour webinar teaching series – generally delivered in 4 x 3 hour sessions - providing all the content you need coupled with Decifer based examples to practice the skills being taught.

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on-going learning

Access to our self-directed online learning program for continued practice and assignments.

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Certification Program

Access to the Decifer Certification program to let your customers know that you are a trained GPR technician.

Why Choose Decifer for GPR Training

Industry-Proven Curriculum

Built from real experience training thousands of technicians.

Fast Skill Development

Combine simulation with field instruction for accelerated learning.

Accurate Interpretation Skills

Most GPR users struggle not with running the machine—but reading what it tells them. We fix that.

Flexible Training Formats

We meet you where you are—literally. If you searched “GPR training near me”, we ensure you have options.

Decifer - Your Long-Term Partner in GPR Education

Why Choose Decifer GPR Training?

  • Expert Instruction: Learn from an experienced geologist trained in Germany with over a decade at TerraProbe, leveraging her extensive field experience to bring you the most effective learning methods.
  • Flexible Learning: With our online format, engage in the training at your pace and schedule, ensuring a learning experience that fits into your professional life.
  • Interactive Software: Utilize our Decifer software with simulations that mirror real-world scenarios, helping you understand GPR fundamentals through practical application.
  • Comprehensive Content: Our courses cover everything from the basics of how GPR works to advanced techniques in survey design, ensuring you’re well-prepared for any field challenge.
  • Certification: Earn a certification that acknowledges your skill and dedication to learning, enhancing your professional credibility and marketability.

What Past Trainees have to Say

"If you are serious about getting expert and up-to-date GPR training for your company, you should be booking time with Decifer."

- Parker Cook, Cancor

"This hands on system of discovery and reinforcement, I felt, was superior to other two dimensional methods (slide shows, photos, diagrams etc.), it helped cement the webinar content, visions and processes from the start. Having access to a trainer as part of the package quickly helped tidy up a few questions along the way."

-Kane, Australia

Decifer GPR training programs: The best pathway to becoming a great GPR concrete scanner.

Who Our GPR Training Is For

Our courses support:

  • Utility locators

  • Concrete coring & scanning professionals

  • Construction crews

  • Engineers & surveyors

  • Archaeological teams

  • Environmental consultants

  • Anyone using GPR in the field

GPR Training Formats: Online, In-Person & At Your Own Pace

GPR Training Course Webinar

GPR Training Course Webinar

Online Instruction for Real-time Learning

The Webinar for the Decifer GPR training course includes 12 hours of learning over 4 days of Webinar teaching. With monthly options, our Webinars boast great interaction between students and our top quality instructors, 20 hours of practice time with thousands of virtual slabs, and ongoing training with no travel cost required.

Find the 2024 Webinar Training Schedule Here

In Person GPR Training Course

In Person GPR Training Course

Equip Your Team for Success with Group Learning

The in-person classroom option is a 2-day immersive training program utilizing the Decifer simulation software in a classroom setting. It’s like each student has a radar and can work on 1000’s of different example slabs. Great for groups up to 12 students.

Find the In-Class Training Schedule Here

Other GPR Courses

Learn Anytime, Anywhere

Coming Soon, the Decifer GPR eLearning training program follows the same curriculum as the live webinar course. It is delivered on our easy to use online platform utilizing audio and video resources to provide a step by step learning experience that you complete at your own pace.