Resources for Supervisor
and Mentors

Documents

Certification Guidelines

The Certification Guidelines outlines the requirements for NCARB certification for U.S., Canadian, and foreign architects. This document replaced the Handbook for Interns and Architects in July 2012. [download]

IDP Guidelines

Essential reading for interns, supervisors, and mentors participating in the Intern Development Program (IDP). The document includes introductory information, steps to completing the program, reporting procedures, work settings, training requirements, and core competencies interns should understand before becoming licensed. [download]

Newsletters

IDP Supervisor e-News
Quarterly electronic publication sent to IDP supervisors. Provides tips for successful supervising and resources that will assist both supervisors and interns to navigate the program. [more]

IDP e-News
Quarterly electronic publication sent to NCARB Record holders currently completing the Intern Development Program (IDP). Topics cover the latest news about the program, Record-processing information, important reminders, and information related to the program from NCARB’s Annual Meeting and Conference held each June. [more]

Direct Connection
The Direct Connection is our print newsletter that is sent to all Record holders, MBEs, MBMs, collateral organizations, and AIA members twice a year. Anyone can request a copy on our website here. Direct Connection is sent in the spring and fall. [more]

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