PACCAR Hall, Foster School of Business
LMN Architects
2011 AIA Seattle Merit Award

 

Architect Licensure

ARE STUDY RESOURCES
Study library at AIA Seattle: AIA members and non members have free access to ARE exam 4.0 study materials at the AIA Seattle office.  AIA members have access to the Kaplan online materials.  Hard copy study materials have been purchased from Kaplan AEC Education and Professional Publications, Inc.  Study material, including flash cards, cover the following topics:
  • Building Design & Construction Systems
  • Building Systems
  • Construction Documents & Services
  • Programming, Planning & Practice
  • Schematic Design
  • Site Planning & Design
  • Structural Systems

These materials can be used only at AIA Seattle during normal business hours (10am - 5pm, Tue-Fri.)  To use this material, email Debra Haraldson to schedule the conference room.

NCARB also has free study guides and practice exams.

PRACTICING ARCHITECTURE IN WASHINGTON STATE
In Washington, only licensed architects may represent themselves using the title "architect" or engage in the practice of architecture as defined by law.  Requirements for licensure include a combination of education and practical experience, and passage of a qualifying exam (the Architect Registration Exam/ARE).  Visit the Washington State Department of Licensing for information on licensure for architects.

 

Good design makes a difference

American Institute of Architects

A Chapter of the American Institute of Architects