NCARB is making changes to the Architectural Experience Program® (AXP®) and Architect Registration Examination® (ARE®) to align them with the new Competency Standard for Architects. To help you understand the changes and how they may impact your licensure journey, we recently hosted a live webinar led by NCARB experts.
During the webinar, NCARB’s Assistant Vice President of Programs, Michelle Cohn, AIA, NCARB, PMP, ICE-CCP, and NCARB’s Senior Manager of Programs, Nick Respecki, AIA, NCARB, ICE-CCP, provided detailed insights into:
- AXP updates taking effect on November 18—including the new experience reporting policy, experience area updates, and expanded setting O continuing education (CE) opportunity
- Recently announced ARE updates launching April 27, 2026
Our experts also answered attendee questions in a live Q&A session. Want to learn more? Check out these resources:
- Answers to FAQs About the AXP Changes | Understand the ins and outs of the AXP updates coming November 18, 2025.
- New AXP Reporting Policy | Learn more about the new reporting policy and how it may impact your licensure journey.
- Upcoming ARE Changes | Understand the changes to the ARE going into effect on April 27, 2026.
- Licensing Requirements Tool | Understand specific requirements where you live with the interactive licensing requirements tool.