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International Architect Manual

This document provides an in-depth explanation of how to complete the International Architect Path to NCARB Certification. Updated July 2025. 

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Subsurface Conditions Part 4: Site Development Considerations & Management of Site Materials

Soil and subsurface water conditions affect the design and performance of building projects. Therefore, it is important to recognize the problems of...

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Subsurface Conditions Part 3: Foundations & General Site Development

Soil and subsurface water conditions affect the design and performance of building projects. Therefore, knowledge about subsurface conditions is...
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Subsurface Conditions Part 2: Soil Properties, Behaviors, Classification, & Identification

Soil and subsurface water conditions affect the design and performance of building projects. Therefore, the general nature of soils—including their...
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Subsurface Conditions Part 1: Basic Concerns, Design Information, & Division of Responsibilities

Soil and subsurface water conditions affect the design and performance of building projects. Therefore, knowledge about subsurface conditions is...
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ARE Update: How NCARB Keeps Tabs on Exam Security

NCARB takes the security of the ARE very seriously—learn more about your responsibilities. Released August 30, 2023. 

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AXP Update: How to Navigate Common AXP Issues (August 2023)

This guide will help you address common difficulties faced by licensure candidates.

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AXP Reporting Extension Form

Use this form to request an extension to the AXP's reporting requirement. 

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Destination Architect: Top Eight YouTube Channels for Architects (August 2023)

Read our round-up of the best YouTube channels for architects and more! Released August 23, 2023. 

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ARE Update: Get the Latest ARE Guidelines

NCARB has updated the ARE 5.0 Guidelines to include the latest information and policies. Released July 17, 2023.

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