by design8d » Mon Sep 30, 2013 11:26 am
Stuart,
I am glad you will be attempting to participate in the process. I considered applying myself (I already live in the DC area), but decided against it since I already have a lot going - trying to finish the exams before the end of the year and getting married in 2014. If this is available again in 2014, I am applying. My biggest frustration with the whole process has been the major disconnect between the accredited Arch Schools and the requirements of licensure. For me studying for these exams has felt like a self-paced - self-tutored masters program. Despite having a 5yr degree from a well respected school, I felt completely unprepared for the architectural license process. I don't think it is fair to leave the burden of preparing you for this step in the process on you and your employer.
I'm glad to see one of the bullet points is "Propose entire concepts for a new “licensure upon graduation” path to licensure". While I would be envious of those fortunate enough to take this route, I believe it is long overdue. If I was part of this Think Tank, most of my efforts would be geared toward that bullet point. I personally think that most of what surrounds ARE 5.0 is just justifiable existence on NCARBs part and I know I am not the only one who feels that way.