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ARE Update: How to View Provisional Exam Feedback

Learn how to view provisional feedback on your exam, plus information about the latest exam sanctions. Released June 25, 2024. 

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Destination Architect: A Beginner’s Guide to Becoming an Architect (May 2024)

Start your journey to licensure with this comprehensive guide to help you understand and successfully prepare for the ARE! 

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AXP Update: How to Make the Most of Your Experience (April 2024)

Streamline your path to licensure by following these tips for successfully navigating the experience program. 

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ARE Update: New PSI Security Measure

NCARB has updated the ARE 5.0 Guidelines to include information about a new PSI security measure. Released April 18, 2024. 

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National Architect: The Future of Architectural Licensure (April 2024)

Watch as NCARB President Jon Alan Baker shares more information about NCARB’s effort to create additional education pathways for architects. 

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Destination Architect: ARE 5.0 Video Series Updates (March 2024)

Whether you’ve started testing or not, these updated videos offer exclusive insight into each ARE 5.0 division. 

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Analysis of Practice Report Available Now

Explore the results from NCARB's 2022 Analysis of Practice study.

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NCARB’s Position on the NAAB and Accreditation in Architectural Education

The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) clarifies their position on the NAAB and accreditation in architectural education. 

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Pathways to Practice: NCARB Statement Endorsing Multiple Paths to Licensure

Over the past several years, NCARB has been both developing and advocating for multiple paths to architectural licensure.

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NCARB Endorses Multiple Pathways to Practice

The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) commits to developing a framework for multiple paths to licensure.

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