California Occupational License
License Title:
Licensed Architect
Licensed Architect
Department of Consumer Affairs
California Architects Board
Licensing Agency Contact Information:
| Address: | 2420 Del Paso Road, Suite 105 Sacramento, CA 95834 - 9673 |
| Phone Number: | (916) 574-7220
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| Fax Number: | (916) 575-7283
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| E-mail Address: | cab@dca.ca.gov |
| Internet Address: | http://www.cab.ca.gov |
License Requirements, Fees, and Examination Information:
Fees—
Application for Eligibility Evaluation: $100;
National Council of Registration Boards' (NCARB) Architect Registration Examination (ARE): $210–$310 per division - 7 divisions;
NCARB ARE Rescheduling: $60–$80;
California Supplemental Examination (CSE): $100;
License: $300 every 2 years.
Examination Frequency—
ARE: By computer, Monday–Saturday at most locations
CSE: By computer, Monday–Saturday, excluding holidays
Exam Locations—
ARE: Approximately 20 locations throughout California, as well as locations across U.S., Guam, Puerto Rico, and Canada
CSE: 17 locations in California and 22 locations across U.S.
Experience Requirements—
ARE: 5 years of education equivalents and/or work experience. Work experience must be under the direct supervision of architect.
CSE: 5 years of education equivalents and 3 years architectural practice experience equivalents for 8 years total experience equivalents as evaluated by Board. Completion of NCARB ARE and Intern Development Program required.
Licensure—
Successful completion of CSE and its preceding requirements
Average Time to Process Application: 1 month for Application for Eligibility Evaluation
Renewal Period: Biennial-odd years
Special License Requirements: Compliance with local license requirements and U.S. and state tax requirements. SSN or ITIN is required.
Occupations To Which This License Applies:Application for Eligibility Evaluation: $100;
National Council of Registration Boards' (NCARB) Architect Registration Examination (ARE): $210–$310 per division - 7 divisions;
NCARB ARE Rescheduling: $60–$80;
California Supplemental Examination (CSE): $100;
License: $300 every 2 years.
Examination Frequency—
ARE: By computer, Monday–Saturday at most locations
CSE: By computer, Monday–Saturday, excluding holidays
Exam Locations—
ARE: Approximately 20 locations throughout California, as well as locations across U.S., Guam, Puerto Rico, and Canada
CSE: 17 locations in California and 22 locations across U.S.
Experience Requirements—
ARE: 5 years of education equivalents and/or work experience. Work experience must be under the direct supervision of architect.
CSE: 5 years of education equivalents and 3 years architectural practice experience equivalents for 8 years total experience equivalents as evaluated by Board. Completion of NCARB ARE and Intern Development Program required.
Licensure—
Successful completion of CSE and its preceding requirements
Average Time to Process Application: 1 month for Application for Eligibility Evaluation
Renewal Period: Biennial-odd years
Special License Requirements: Compliance with local license requirements and U.S. and state tax requirements. SSN or ITIN is required.
| Occupation Title | SOC Code |
| Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | 171011 |