IDP 2.0

IDP 2.0 Phase One

The first phase of IDP 2.0 was implemented on 1 July 2009. Interns—whether employed or not—can now earn training units by completing LEED accreditation and by completing specified architecture-related certificate programs offered by the Construction Specifications Institute. They will also be able to earn training units by reading the NCARB Professional Conduct monograph and passing the related quiz.

IDP 2.0 Phase Two

Phase two of IDP 2.0 is scheduled for implementation on 1 January 2010.

In the second phase of IDP 2.0, the definition of “direct supervision” will be updated to reflect current architectural practice and will allow IDP supervisors to supervise their interns through a mix of personal contact and remote communication (e.g. e-mail, online markups, webinars, and internet). In addition, both interns and supervisors who are “independent contractors” will be able to participate in the IDP in accordance with the revised definition of direct supervision.

Phase two will also change the IDP Training Requirement from “700 Training Units” to “5,600 Training Hours.” The actual number of hours required to satisfy the IDP Training Requirement remains the same, however, interns will no longer have to convert the hours they spend in each training area into training units. This should make reporting work experience easier and more accurate.

IDP 2.0 Phase Three

The third phase of IDP 2.0 will align the current IDP training areas with the new experience areas required for the competent practice of architecture as identified in the 2007 Practice Analysis of Architecture.

Also, the definition of a “IDP supervisor” is under review. The NCARB Board of Directors is considering updating the definition to allow a person registeredto practice architecture in a U.S. or Canadian jurisdiction to serve asan IDP supervisor. That means that registered architects will be ableto supervise interns within their office even if they are notregistered in the jurisdiction where the office is located.