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Check out NCARB's library of self-guided continuing education courses, like our eight-part series on building envelopes! Courses are free for NCARB Certificate holders and worth 1-3.25 learning units in HSW.
Licensure Requirements
Use our interactive tool to explore licensing requirements in your home state or any of NCARB’s 55 jurisdictions.
Blogs & Press Releases
Ken Van Tine of Michigan Inducted as NCARB President
Kenneth R. Van Tine, NCARB, AIA, LEED AP, of Brighton, Michigan, was inducted as NCARB president.
2024 Annual Business Meeting: Opportunity and Inclusion
NCARB's members gathered for the 2024 Annual Business Meeting.
Arizona Architect Edward Marley Elected as NCARB Vice President
Edward T. Marley, NCARB, FAIA, LEED AP, of Tucson, Arizona, was elected as vice president of NCARB.
NCARB Expands Access to International Reciprocity
NCARB’s members passed resolutions to update agreements with Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and Mexico.
NCARB Elects First-Ever At-Large Directors, Expanding Access to National Leadership
The at-large positions bring new voices to the NCARB Board of Directors as part of larger governance reforms.
Summary Report of Vote on Resolutions at NCARB’s 2024 Annual Business Meeting
Delegates voted on seven resolutions during the 2024 Annual Business Meeting.
Start NCARB Record
By creating an NCARB Record, you can keep track of your education, career progress, exam history, and licensing information.
Data & Resources
ARE 5.0 Guidelines
Includes exam policies, scheduling instructions, and more for candidates testing with PSI. Updated April 2024.
AXP Guidelines
This document includes steps to completing the AXP, reporting procedures, experience requirements, and more. Last updated May 2024.
Certification Guidelines
This document outlines the requirements for NCARB certification for U.S., Canadian, and foreign architects. Last updated July 2022.
Earn an NCARB Certificate
With this credential, architects can easily apply for out-of-state licenses, plus access to free continuing education courses.