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Become a member of the American Institute of Architects Associate membership is open to individuals who meet one of the following criteria: • Professional degree in architecture (learn about a special offer for new graduates) • Currently work under the supervision of an architect • Currently enrolled in the Intern Development Program (IDP) and working toward licensure • Faculty member in a university program in architecture Member Benefits Here are just some of the benefits you’ll have as an Associate member: Licensure and Mentorship Intern Development Program and Architect’s Registration Examination Resources Move more rapidly through the process of getting licensed with the Institute’s Intern Development Program resources and the Architect’s Registration Examination resources. The AIA also offers numerous A.R.E. study workshops at conferences and online. Check the calendar. Continuing Education and IDP Experience Hours Associate AIA members and interns may earn IDP supplemental experience hours by completing approved AIA continuing education courses. One (1) AIA Learning Unit (LU) is equal to one (1) IDP supplemental experience hour. When submitting to NCARB, learning units must be documented on the intern’s AIA transcript. Associate members can access their AIA transcript by signing in to CES Discovery at www.aia.org/education. Mentorship through a series of AIA tools to help you be an effective mentor as well as to find one. These programs are a collaborative effort of the Institute’s national Mentoring Task Group and numerous contributors from within and outside the profession of architecture More Support Events, activities, support, and networking opportunities through your state and local AIA component—a way to develop leadership skills and create greater visibility for the profession in your own community. Visit your local chapter Web site to learn more about their additional benefits and resources. National Associate Committee programs, activities, and resources that ensure you have a strong voice within the AIA, including your subscription to the AIA AssociateNews and FORWARD email publications
Government advocacy through a legislative agenda that calls on Congress and the Administration to pursue policies that will stimulate work for architects Assoc. AIA credential with your name, signifying to colleagues and potential employers that you adhere to a professional code of ethics and share a common goal to build better places for people to live, work, and play. More Knowledge AIA CES Discovery provides on-demand access to your continuing education transcripts and allows you to search thousands of education courses and hundreds of approved education providers AIA Knowledge Communities, 25 unique groups that enable you to customize your membership and network with like-minded colleagues who share your specific interests AIA KnowledgeNet, the member-driven social networking site that gives you access to thousands of AIA members and their collective; it is a space to share best practices and case studies, conduct discussion threads, and meet other design professionals Subscriptions to AIArchitect, the AIA bi-weekly electronic newsletter covering news, tips and trends; and ARCHITECT, the official print magazine of the AIA; as well as the option to download digital editions of residential architect, EcoHome, and ECO-STRUCTURE. More Resources AIA Career Center assistance to find internship and professional opportunities Market Research delivered in the monthly Architecture Billings Index, which forecasts nine to 12 months regionally and nationally, and the Compensation Report, a salary survey of 39 positions AIA Contract Documents, the most widely accepted standard form documents in the industry, prepared by the AIA in collaboration with owners, contractors, attorneys, architects, and engineers, to help you conduct construction-based business efficiently and effectively; available to members at a discount AIA Advantage discounts on products and services such as shipping, credit cards, technology, and more AIA Trust protection for yourself and your family, including professional liability insurance, term life insurance, and coverage for business owners The AIA is committed to enriching and supporting every phase of your career. The sooner you become a member, the sooner you will be able to experience everything that your professional association has to offer.
*Offer is valid only for first-time new architect, associate, and international associate members who join; and lapsed members (five years or more) who rejoin the AIA between May 20, 2012, and June 22, 2013. Lapsed (four years or less), local, and national allied or affiliate members, and associate members who upgrade membership to architect are not eligible for this offer. This offer is not transferable and is a one-time offer. This offer is not related to any other local or state AIA component recruitment, dues, or assessment requirements. Membership dues must be paid in full to receive convention registration.
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