NCARB AXP Hours Strategy Guide

3,740 hours. That is the minimum time you must log in the Architectural Experience Program (AXP).

The Six Experience Areas

Area Required Hours
Practice Management160
Project Management360
Programming & Analysis260
Project Planning & Design1,080
Project Development & Documentation1,520
Construction & Evaluation360

The 8-Month Rule

You must report your hours within 8 months of earning them for 100% credit. Hours reported between 8 months and 5 years receive 50% credit. Hours older than 5 years are lost completely. Log your hours monthly.

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