In the latest episode of Inside NCARB by the Numbers, we unpack the retirement of the Architect Registration Examination® (ARE®) five-year rolling clock policy, digging into the questions: Why was it created? Why did it persist for so long? And what finally led to its removal? Whether you're testing today or have been an architect for years, this episode offers clarity and an inside look at how policy reform is impacting people across the profession.
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In addition to hearing from NCARB experts about the data and equity research that shaped the decision to retire the rolling clock, episode 3 also features a conversation with architect Maria Clironomos, who shares her powerful story of perseverance, setbacks, and what it meant to reclaim her lost exam credits—and her career trajectory—after the change. Listen to the full episode now.
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Through in-depth discussions with experts, researchers, and professionals—including newly licensed architects and educators—the six-episode podcast explores the COVID-19 pandemic’s disruptions to the licensure process, the evolving demographics of the profession, and the barriers that candidates from underrepresented groups continue to face. Listeners will gain valuable insights into current licensure trends, including the impact of NCARB policy changes aimed at increasing accessibility, improving exam pass rates, and fostering a more equitable profession.
