5529-S AMS MARR BUCK 177

SSB 5529 - S AMD 154

By Senators Marr and Jarrett

ADOPTED 3/10/2009

    On page 5, line 16, after "board;" strike "((or))" and insert "or"

    On page 5, beginning on line 17, after "Have" strike all material through "board" on line 35, and insert "((eight years' practical architectural work experience, which may include designing buildings as a principal activity, and have completed the requirements of a structured intern training program approved by the board.  Each year spent in an accredited architectural education program approved by the board shall be considered one year of practical experience.  At least four years' practical work experience shall be under the direct supervision of an architect))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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