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Destination Architect: How to Get Connected With a Licensing Advisor (May 2025)

Learn about the different types of licensing advisors and the importance of mentorship on the path to licensure. Released May 5, 2025.
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Upcoming Exam Changes: Drag-and-Place Retirement and Provisional Feedback (March 2025)

Effective April 28, 2025, NCARB will implement several updates to the exam, including retiring drag-and-place items.
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NCARB’s Position on Artificial Intelligence in the Architectural Profession (January 2025)

NCARB leadership recently released a statement on the use of artificial intelligence within the architecture profession.

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NCARB Announces New Competency Standard for Architectural Licensure (October 2024)

NCARB is excited to share a new Competency Standard for Architects that will serve as the foundation of our programs in the years to come. 

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Destination Architect: The Top 9 Skills You'll Need for a Career in Architecture

NCARB releases new Workforce Readiness Report. Released August, 28, 2024. 

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Destination Architect: Advisor-Approved Licensure Resources (July 2024)

Access a list of recommended resources from licensing advisors to streamline your path to becoming an architect.

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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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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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Destination Architect: Tips and Tools for Aspiring Architects in 2024 (January 2024)

Jumpstart your journey to licensure in 2024 with these tips and resources created to help make strides toward your goals.

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Destination Architect: Free ARE Practice Exams

Looking for study resources for the ARE? NCARB has developed ARE 5.0 practice exams to help you prepare for the real thing!

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