1634-S AMH WHIT HELA 033
SHB 1634 - H AMD 286
By Representative White
NOT CONSIDERED 4/26/2009
On page 5, line 23, after
"architect))" strike all material through "program"
on line 33 and insert "a high school diploma or equivalent and twelve
years' practical architectural work experience, which may include designing
buildings as a principal activity and post-secondary education approved by the
board. At least six years of work experience must be under the direct
supervision of a registered architect and include completing the requirements
of a structured intern training program approved by the board. An applicant may
receive up to four years of practical architectural work experience for
post-secondary education courses in architecture, architectural technology, or
a related field, including courses completed in a community or technical
college, if the courses are equivalent to education courses in an accredited
architectural degree program"
EFFECT: Modifies the experience requirements for certification as an architect for those who do not have an accredited architectural degree.
Allows an applicant to receive up to four years of practical architectural work experience for post-secondary courses in architecture, architectural technology, or a related field, including courses completed in a community or a technical college, if the courses are equivalent to courses in an accredited architectural degree program. Removes the authority of the State Board of Architects to determine that the courses are equivalent.
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