AICP Exam Study Opportunities
The deadline for submitting an application for the November, 2004 exam is July 13, 2004 . The exam will be offered on November 8th through the 20th. Once accepted to take the test, candidates will be notified to register to take the exam at one of the test centers in the Washington metropolitan area. For more information, go to www.planning.org/certification/examinfo.html
The Chapter President's Council AICP Exam Preparation Manuals Are Available
The booklet costs $10.00 plus shipping (about $15.00.) They are available for purchase by contacting Laura Bachle, Acting Professional Development Officer, at 703.549.3953 or via e-mail at bachle@confluenceconsult.com.
AICP Exam Prep Listserve
To facilitate informal 24/7 exam help, the chapter will sponsor an exam preparation listserve. Please contact Laura Bachle at the above e-mail address if you are interested in joining
APA National Conference
Each year at the national conference, sessions are also devoted to a review for the exam. This review covers much of the same content as our local chapter review-though in a room with hundreds of people. At the Washington, DC conference, the AICP review session is scheduled for Wednesday, April 28, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
AICP Study Guide
AICP offers a study guide, CD-ROMs, and other resources to prepare for the exam. Detailed information about these resources are available at the APA website.
http://www.planning.org/certification/examprep.htm
Planetizen is offering an online AICP exam prep course this year. The course provides a step by step, progressive instruction that leads users through an analysis of the exam while offering specific methodologies, exercises, and illustrative questions that promote a successful preparation campaign.
http://www.planetizen.com/courses/aicp/
Each year, Mike Waiczis, a planner in California, offers a series of courses and study materials available to test-takers across the country. The following study manuals are available from the author:
- AICP Examination Preparation Guidebook, 2004 Edition - A comprehensive guide to the exam with personal insights, observations, advice.
- Practice and Teaching Exams, 2004 Edition - An exercise book containing 1050 practice questions in six (7) 150-question mock exam format, that teaches subject matter in Socratic fashion.
- Law, History, and Ethics Study Guide for AICP Candidates, 2004 Edition - Concise manual covering the universal legal aspects, key historical events and personalities, and ethics of planning needed to answer questions on the exam.
- Glossary of Planning Terms for AICP Candidates, 2004 Edition - A comprehensive reference manual that defines and summarizes important topics that may appear on the exam.
- The AICP Examination Preparation Guidebook, and Practice and Teaching
How to Obtain These Study Manuals - If you are interested in purchasing any of these books, contact Mike directly at 559-896-2610 office, 559-298-9770 home, or e-mail mrw36@csufresno.edu.
