Reminder: NCARB Record is Now Required of all ARE Candidates
In order to access the new examination services that were launched in August 2013, all ARE candidates will need an active NCARB record. This is a new requirement for BC Intern Architects. More information is available from NCARB here.
For those intern architects who do not hold an NCARB record, but are already eligible for testing, you will need to do the following:
- Create a My NCARB account here
- Post Blackout: Log into NCARB account and add the NCARB Record service and fill out the application
- Enter your candidate ID when prompted, and the Record application fee will be waived. You will receive one free year of service. There will be a yearly $75 renewal fee to maintain access to My Examination after the first year
Future Intern Architects and syllabus students who wish to take the ARE once they are registered with the AIBC will need to:
- Create a My NCARB account here
- Add the NCARB Record service, fill out the application and pay the application fees
- Request eligibility to take the ARE. Once eligible to take the ARE, the AIBC will grant you access to My Examination
NCARB has prepared an online resource of Frequently Asked Questions, available here. If you have any questions or concerns about registration examinations, please contact Emily Tyler, Registration and Administration Coordinator, at etyler@aibc.ca or 604 683 8588 ext. 324.
Scheduling Retakes
The rules regarding scheduling an ARE division retake have been modified in My Examination. Previously, candidates would have to wait four months before gaining access to the Prometric scheduler. Candidates now have access to the scheduler immediately upon receiving their failed score. Candidates will continue to have to wait six months to sit for a retake after the original administration. This will allow candidates to reserve their seat time well in advance, especially for Saturday appointment times. This change is effective immediately.
Rolling Clock
This July marks the fifth year since the June 2009 update to the Rolling Clock, which means that any divisions passed before 1 January 2006 will begin to expire unless a candidate has passed all divisions of the ARE by 1 July 2014. Click here for more information.