Are you the go-to person who everyone comes to with licensure questions? Interested in supporting architect licensure candidates? Join the Architect Licensing Advisors Community!
Architect licensing advisors guide licensure candidates through the process of becoming an architect. Through the Architect Licensing Advisors Community, you’ll meet a passionate, dedicated network of peers who are investing in the next generation of architects.
The Architect Licensing Advisors Community includes two roles:
- Architect licensing advisor
- Senior architect licensing advisor
Architect licensing advisors engage with their communities to promote awareness of the licensure process and connect individuals with accurate information and resources. Senior architect licensing advisors build on this work by providing deeper guidance; leading outreach efforts across institutions, organizations, firms, and broader professional communities; and supporting other advisors within the network.
More information about these roles, including responsibilities, benefits, time commitments, funding opportunities, and active status requirements, is available in the Architect Licensing Advisors Community Guidelines.
Are you interested in becoming an architect licensing advisor? Complete our licensing advisors interest form!
What’s expected of licensing advisors?
As a licensing advisor, you’re expected to engage with candidates in your community on a regular basis and stay active in the community by:
- Completing online onboarding training
- Completing annual training (requirements differ for advisors and senior advisors)
- Participating in outreach events annually (requirements differ for advisors and senior advisors)
- Senior advisors only: Providing support for other licensing advisors and candidates throughout the year, not limited to academic terms
- Required for senior advisors: Publicly listing your contact information for the licensing advisors lookup tool
Learn more about specific requirements for licensing advisors and senior advisors through the Architect Licensing Advisors Community Guidelines. Questions about licensing advisors? Contact us at advisors@ncarb.org.
Who can be a licensing advisor?
You don’t have to be an architect to be a licensing advisor. A variety of individuals serve as licensing advisors, including:
- Individuals who support licensure candidates across broader academic or professional communities
- Licensure candidates, recently licensed architects, firm leaders, and administrative staff serving at their firm
- Licensing board members and staff
- Anyone with a passion for mentoring licensure candidates or future architecture professionals
How does NCARB support licensing advisors?
As an architect licensing advisor, you’ll gain access to resources and support to ensure you’re equipped to help candidates, including access to NCARB’s online advisors community, exclusive webinars and training resources, and more. Plus, you’ll have direct NCARB staff support for questions and guidance. Senior architect licensing advisors receive additional support and funding for approved outreach activities and select in-person NCARB events, such as the Licensing Advisors Summit.
Licensing Advisors Summit
NCARB regularly hosts the Licensing Advisors Summit, an exciting and engaging conference where you can meet NCARB staff, engage with other advisors, hear updates on NCARB programs, and explore factors that impact the pursuit of licensure. Note: Funding is available for senior architect licensing advisors.