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Earn CE With NCARB
Check out NCARB's library of self-guided continuing education courses, like our eight-part series on building envelopes! Courses are free for NCARB Certificate holders and worth 1-3.25 learning units in HSW.
Licensure Requirements
Use our interactive tool to explore licensing requirements in your home state or any of NCARB’s 55 jurisdictions.
Blogs & Press Releases
Number of Architects Increased in 2023
Washington, DC –The number of architects licensed in the United States in 2023 increased slightly when compared to 2022, according to the annual Sur
Best Practice Guides for Architect Licensure Support
NCARB’s new free resources provide tips for supporting emerging professionals at your firm.
Impact of NCARB’s Exam Reinstatements
Washington, DC— Last spring, the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) decided to retire a restrictive exam expiration polic
Top Four Tips From Architects to Complete the AXP
Looking for guidance as you earn experience? Check out these tips from architects!
Building on Belonging Survey Finds Firms Inconsistent in Support for Architectural Experience Program®
Washington, DC – The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) and the National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA) have
Webinar for Aspiring Architects: Make the Most of Your Experience
Join our panel of architects, advisors, and a current licensure candidate on Wednesday, May 22.
Start NCARB Record
By creating an NCARB Record, you can keep track of your education, career progress, exam history, and licensing information.
Data & Resources
ARE 5.0 Guidelines
Includes exam policies, scheduling instructions, and more for candidates testing with PSI. Updated April 2024.
AXP Guidelines
This document includes steps to completing the AXP, reporting procedures, experience requirements, and more. Last updated May 2024.
Certification Guidelines
This document outlines the requirements for NCARB certification for U.S., Canadian, and foreign architects. Last updated July 2022.
Earn an NCARB Certificate
With this credential, architects can easily apply for out-of-state licenses, plus access to free continuing education courses.