AICP Certification
AICP Certification Get Certified
Want to get certified? The American Institute of Certified Planners is the American Planning Association's professional institute. Visit APA National to learn more about eligibility requirements and the exam application process.
Diversity Scholarships
Each exam cycle, APA offers scholarships to APA members who are interested in taking the AICP exam or who are interested in submitting their experience assessment. Please visit the AICP Certification Diversity Scholarship webpage for more information. Email CCAPA PDO Jeremy DeCarli for information.
Exam Preparation
APA offers a wealth of exam prep resources. Review the content outline, watch some training videos, explore other chapters' exam prep materials, and much more. APA has instituted the OnePath to AICP program. Use this link to for more information on OnePath. There you can find the certification guide and determine whether or not you are eligible. You can also take a look at the One Path FAQs.
Learn more about these opportunities, including our annual classroom review and study materials available to Chapter members, as well as information on scholarships. Or, contact our Professional Development Officer (PDO) with specific questions.
Certification Maintenance
You're certified. Now what? Find out more about requirements to maintain your certification, including how to access and report continuing education credits.
FAICP
Learn more about the AICP College of Fellows, the highest honor that the American Institute of Certified Planners bestows on members.