National Architectural Accrediting Board

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The National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) is the sole authority for accredited US professional degree programs for architecture in the United States, developing standards and procedures to verify that each accredited program meets standards for the appropriate education of architects. These standards were developed with professional schools, academic institutions, professional societies, state registration boards, members of the profession and related professions, students and the public.

Graduation from an accredited program is required to qualify for the Architectural Registration Examination, and to practice as a professional architect.

NAAB accredited program requirements:

Competence in a range of intellectual, spatial, technical, and interpersonal skills
Understanding the historical, socio-cultural, and[environmental context of architecture
Problem solving for architectural design problems
Integration of technical systems, health and safety requirements
Comprehend architects' roles and responsibilities in society