AICP Exam

Are You Eligible for AICP?

The AICP certification cycle is offered twice a year in spring and fall. In 2022 APA adopted the One Path to AICP Certification, APA's website on One Path provides complete  information about eligibility and completing the AICP certification process. NNECAPA's Dayea Shim (PDO) is available to answer questions and assist members interested in applying for the AICP One Path.

2026 AICP Exam Informational Webinar by NNECAPA

This webinar will break down the latest updates to the 2026 AICP certification process, what's new, and how it impacts your path to becoming AICP.

Thursday, January 29, 2026 | Noon - 1:00 pm ET

AICP Office Hours by APA

Join an upcoming AICP Office Hours session to get your AICP questions answered and connect with others preparing for the AICP exam. Office Hours are open to members and non-members, but you must register.

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 | Noon - 1:00 pm ET

Thursday, March 5, 2026 | 1:00 - 2:00 pm - ET

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | 3:00 - 4:00 pm ET

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 | Noon - 1:00 pm ET

Thursday, August 6, 2026 | 1:00 - 2:00 pm ET

Wednesday, September 9, 2026 | 3:00 - 4:00 pm ET

Preparing for the Exam

The AICP Certification Exam addresses basic knowledge areas and skills of planners. The AICP Certification Exam Outline offers more detail about the major topic areas covered in the exam. Given the breadth of information covered by the exam, studying over a period of multiple months is recommended. The AICP Certification Guide covers the details of scheduling the exam, what to expect on exam day, and how the exam is scored.

Check out APA's Tips for preparing for and studying for the exam. In addition, the Chapter Presidents Council AICP Exam Prep can be purchased for $15 (note that is has not been updated for the newer format but still has lots of good information in it) and many more resources are available for download to help you succeed.