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Architect Registration Examination — ARE

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Description

The ARE is designed to assess aspects of architectural practice related to health, safety, and welfare. Specifically, the ARE focuses on areas that affect the integrity, soundness, and health impact of a building, as well as an architect's responsibilities within firms, such as managing projects and coordinating the work of other professionals.

Certifying Organization

National Council of Architectural Registration Boards

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Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes
If significant work experience is needed? Yes
Is an exam required? Yes
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

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Suggested because Architect Registration Examination applies to Architects, Except Landscape and Naval. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.

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