AICP Exam
Are You Eligible for AICP?
The AICP certification cycle is offered from April to September every year. 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.
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.
NNECAPA AICP Exam Prep Scholarship
NNECAPA is pleased to offer an AICP Exam Prep Scholarship to help cover the costs of study resources and the exam registration fee. This scholarship is available to chapter members who do not receive financial support from their employer and can be used to cover expenses such as:
- AICP Exam Registration Fee
- Planetizen AICP Exam Prep Class
- Reading Materials
- Other Study Resources
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.