Registration Renewal and Lifelong Learning
In increasing numbers, registration boards are requiring evidence of lifelong learning when architects apply for registration renewal. NCARB's Professional Development Program recognizes the need for a convenient and affordable continuing education resource with the monograph series.
Vital Topics
NCARB monographs address a wide range of vital topics that relate to new and evolving aspects of architectural technology, technical systems, and regulation, including:
- mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
- solar energy
- structural problems, including seismic and wind loadings
- building and life-safety code changes
- construction systems and techniques
- ethics
Monograph Quizzes: Open Book and Online!
Each monograph includes a short, open-book, multiple-choice quiz on its subject matter. All monograph quizzes can be taken online on the NCARB web site. This option provides test takers with the ability to obtain instant feedback: finish an online quiz, hit send, and, voilá, results are immediately available.
Although individuals may study the monographs independently, group discussions of the topics are encouraged. Completing a monograph quiz, however, is an individual endeavor, and collaboration is prohibited.
AIA Learning Units
NCARB is an approved provider in the American Institute of Architects' Continuing Education System and meet AIA's health, safety, and welfare (HSW) and sustainable design (SD) continuing education requirements.