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Professional Development at the Center for Architecture
Continuing Education (CES)
The AIA New York Chapter offers over 100 courses and lectures annually for AIA CES credit, making the Center for Architecture the resource for continuing education for architects in New York City. Most CES events held at the Center are FREE to AIA members.
To view upcoming CES events, please visit the AIA NY's online Calendar.
For more information about AIA CES requirements, visit our Continuing Education page.
The chapter has now also launched a partnership with aecKnowledge for high quality online continuing education courses with thought leaders from around the nation.
In addition to continuing education for architects, the AIA New York Chapter also provides many specialized education programs and resources. These include ARE Test Prep courses, LEED Training, and advanced CES seminars. These are posted on the online Calendar as they become available.
Licensing
To become a Registered Architect a professional undergraduate or graduate degree is not sufficient. Individuals must also complete Intern Development Program requirements and pass the Architect Registration Exam (ARE). The Chapter helps its members to meet these requirements in a variety of ways.
ARE
Visit the New York State Office of the Professions website for information about the process and for forms. If you are seeking a license in another state, visit the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards at www.ncarb.org for links to the appropriate organization.
ARE Review Classes are available in eight-session Winter/Spring and Fall Series. Additional intensive and summer programs also availalbe. Visit the ARE Prep page (see tab above) for details.
The New York Chapter has some study materials available for Associate Members to borrow while studying for the exam. Click the licensing tab above for further details.
IDP
The Intern Development Program (IDP) is a required step in the road to licensure. For regular updates on important exam preparation, sign up for NCARB’s electronic newsletter “IDP News” at www.ncarb.org/idp/enews/index.html.
Interns should be aware that as of April 3, 2012 NCARB will implement the final phase of IDP 2.0. Become familiar with the IDP 2.0 changes and how it may affect your progress by referring to the 2.0 Rollover Calculator and other NCARB Resources.
The NAIA National website has extensive information and links for those who are working toward licensure.
Finally, watch for and join us for licensure, ARE and IDP related events on the AIA New York Chapter web site calendar.
Training
In addition to regular CES programs and Licensing programs, the AIA New York Chapter offers training courses to help our members stay up-to-date on technology and professional skills and certifications.
Computer Training
The Computer Lab at the Center for Architecture is open for a variety of training sessions. Courses in Revit and ArchiCAD are available throught the AIA and in Sketchup from the Center for Architecture. Please refer to the AIANY online calendar or the CFAF Public Programs page for dates and times.
LEED v3 Exam Prep Courses
The AIA New York Chapter offers programs to help members and non-members prepare for the LEED v3 exams. These courses are presentied in partnership with SkyEd. Click tab above for details.
K-12 Education
The Center for Architecture coordinates education programs for families and K-12 students.
Learning by Design: NY and Programs@theCenter foster students' skills in observation, critical thinking, visual literacy, problem solving and creativity through architecture and design education.
The Center for Architecture also administers several scholarships. These include the Eleanor Allwork Scholarship, the Douglas Haskell Award for Student Journalism, the Center for Architecture Design Scholarship, the Stewardson Keefe LeBrun Travel Grant, and the Arnold W. Brunner Grant.
For more information on scholarships, click here.
Quick Education Links
AIANY Continuing Education Page
AIANY Online Calendar
AIANY Webinars
Center for Architecture K-12 Education and Grants
AIA National Continuing Education Page
New York State Board of Architecture Page
ARE Information (Architect Registration Examination)
aecKnowledge online course offerings with New York speakers or from all regions.