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Formerly called the '''Intern Development Program''' ('''IDP'''), the '''Architectural Experience Program''' ('''AXP''') is designed to ensure that candidates pursuing licensure in the architecture profession gain the knowledge and skills required for the independent practice of architecture. The program is developed, maintained, and administered by the [[National Council of Architectural Registration Boards]] (NCARB) and is required by most U.S. architectural registration boards to satisfy experience requirements for licensure.<ref>{{cite web |title=AXP Guidelines |url=https://www.ncarb.org/sites/default/files/AXP-Guidelines.pdf |website=NCARB |publisher=NCARB |access-date=28 June 2024}}</ref>

==History==

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An individual seeking architectural licensure is referred to as a '''“licensure candidate.”''' All U.S. states and Canadian provinces prohibit the use of the word “architect” from any person not already licensed to practice architecture. Most states and provinces also prohibit any derivation of the word architect as well.

A '''supervisor''' is someone who reviews and directs the work of others and ensures that work is done within acceptable levels of quality. An AXP supervisor is the individual who supervises a candidate on a daily basis. The AXP supervisor is required to certify that the information submitted on an experience report is true and correct.<ref>{{cite web |title=Understanding Your Supervisor's Role |url=https://www.ncarb.org/gain-axp-experience/start-axp/supervisors-role |website=NCARB |publisherdate=NCARB24 February 2017 |access-date=28 June 2024}}</ref>

A '''mentor''' is a loyal adviser, teacher, or coach. An AXP mentor must be a registered architect who makes a long-term commitment to a candidate’s professional growth. If possible, the mentor should not work in the same office so that the candidate can gain useful insight into the daily work experience. <ref>{{cite web |title=AXP Guidelines - Mentors |url=https://www.ncarb.org/sites/default/files/AXP-Guidelines.pdf#page=18 |website=AXP Guidelines |publisher=NCARB |access-date=28 June 2024}}</ref>

==Eligibility==

The first step to beginning the AXP is to establish an NCARB Record. Candidates are eligible to start earning credit for the AXP once they have graduated from high school. In order to gain experience, they must work under the direct supervision of an AXP supervisor in one of the NCARB-approved work settings. <ref>{{cite web |title=Start the AXP |url=https://www.ncarb.org/gain-axp-experience/start-axp |website=NCARB |publisherdate=NCARB27 January 2017 |access-date=28 June 2024}}</ref>

All experience must be reported electronically to NCARB at least every eight months through their NCARB Record, and experience may be submitted more often. Half credit will be given for experience reported that is up to five years old.<ref>{{cite web |title=AXP Reporting Requirement |url=https://www.ncarb.org/gain-axp-experience/start-axp/record-experience/hourly-reporting/reporting-requirement |website=NCARB |publisherdate=NCARB24 February 2017 |access-date=28 June 2024}}</ref>

==Experience Areas==

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In Construction & Evaluation, licensure candidates will get involved with the construction administration and post-construction phases of a project—this includes being out on the job site; meeting with contractors, clients, and building officials; and punching lists, leading to the completion of the project.

'''Total hours: 3,740'''<ref>{{cite web |title=Experience Requirements |url=https://www.ncarb.org/gain-axp-experience/experience-requirements |website=NCARB |publisherdate=NCARB28 July 2016 |access-date=28 June 2024}}</ref>

==Resources==

'''''AXP Guidelines'':''' Produced by NCARB, the document is essential reading for participants of the AXP. It includes steps to completing the program, reporting procedures, training requirements, and core competencies that should understand before becoming licensed. The document is updated about twice a year.<ref>{{cite web |title=AXP Guidelines |url=https://www.ncarb.org/sites/default/files/AXP-Guidelines.pdf |website=NCARB |publisher=NCARB |access-date=28 June 2024}}</ref>

'''Architect Licensing Advisor:''' An individual who provides information and guidance for those working toward licensure. Licensing advisors are usually located at:

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* Firms

* State registration boards

You can find your local architect licensing advisor through the NCARB website.<ref>{{cite web |title=Find Your Architect Licensing Advisor |url=https://www.ncarb.org/become-architect/basics/architect-licensing-advisors-community |website=NCARB |publisherdate=NCARB28 February 2017 |access-date=28 June 2024}}</ref>

==See also==