C.R.S. Section 12-120-413
Qualifications for architect licensure


(1)

The board shall set minimum educational and experience requirements for applicants within the following guidelines:

(a)

The board may require:

(I)

No more than three years of practical experience under the direct supervision of a licensed architect or an architect exempt under the provisions of section 12-120-403 (4) and either:

(A)

A professional degree from a program accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board or its successor; or

(B)

Substantially equivalent education or experience approved by the board, with the board requiring no more than five years of the education and experience; or

(II)

No more than ten years of practical experience under the direct supervision of a licensed architect or an architect exempt under the provisions of section 12-120-403 (4); or

(III)

A combination of such practical experience and education, which combination shall not exceed ten years.

(b)

Up to one year of the required experience may be in on-site building construction operations, physical analyses of existing buildings, or teaching or research in a program accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board or its successor.

(c)

Full credit shall be given for education obtained in four-year baccalaureate programs in architecture or environmental design.

(2)

Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a)

An applicant shall pass an examination or examinations developed or adopted by the board. The board shall ensure that the passing score for any examination is set to measure the level of minimum competency.

(b)

The examination shall be given at least twice a year. The board shall designate a time and location for examinations and shall notify applicants of this time and location in a timely fashion and, as necessary, may contract for assistance in administering the examination.

(3)

An applicant may obtain licensure by endorsement if the applicant satisfies the requirements of the occupational credential portability program. The board may also provide an alternative application procedure so that an applicant may, at the applicant’s option, instead apply to a national clearinghouse designated by the board. The national clearinghouse shall then forward the application to the board.

Source: Section 12-120-413 — Qualifications for architect licensure, https://leg.­colorado.­gov/sites/default/files/images/olls/crs2023-title-12.­pdf (accessed Oct. 20, 2023).

12‑120‑101
Applicability of common provisions
12‑120‑102
Definitions
12‑120‑103
State board of licensure for architects, professional engineers, and professional land surveyors - creation - composition - appointment of members - terms - meetings - program director and staff - subject to review - repeal of article
12‑120‑104
Powers and duties of the board and division
12‑120‑105
Prior actions
12‑120‑201
General provisions
12‑120‑202
Definitions
12‑120‑203
Exemptions
12‑120‑204
Forms of organizations permitted to practice
12‑120‑205
Unlawful practice - penalties - enforcement
12‑120‑206
Disciplinary actions - grounds for discipline
12‑120‑207
Disciplinary proceedings - injunctive relief procedure
12‑120‑208
Reconsideration and review of board action
12‑120‑209
Application for license
12‑120‑210
Eligibility for engineer-intern
12‑120‑211
Qualifications for engineer-interns
12‑120‑212
Eligibility for professional engineer
12‑120‑213
Qualifications for professional engineer
12‑120‑214
Licenses
12‑120‑215
Fees - disposition
12‑120‑216
Professional engineer’s seal - rules
12‑120‑301
General provisions
12‑120‑302
Definitions
12‑120‑303
Exemptions
12‑120‑304
Forms of organizations permitted to practice
12‑120‑305
Unlawful practice - penalties - enforcement
12‑120‑306
Disciplinary actions - grounds for discipline
12‑120‑307
Disciplinary proceedings - injunctive relief procedure
12‑120‑308
Reconsideration and review of board actions
12‑120‑309
Application for licensing
12‑120‑310
Eligibility for land surveyor-intern
12‑120‑311
Qualifications for land surveyor-interns
12‑120‑312
Eligibility for professional land surveyor
12‑120‑313
Qualifications for professional land surveyor
12‑120‑314
Licenses
12‑120‑315
Fees - disposition
12‑120‑316
Professional land surveyor’s seal - rules
12‑120‑401
General provisions
12‑120‑402
Definitions
12‑120‑403
Exemptions - definitions
12‑120‑404
Forms of organizations permitted to practice - requirements
12‑120‑405
Unauthorized practice - penalties - enforcement
12‑120‑406
Disciplinary actions - grounds for discipline
12‑120‑407
Disciplinary proceedings - injunctions
12‑120‑408
Reconsideration and review of board actions
12‑120‑409
Application for licensing
12‑120‑410
Professional liability - insurance
12‑120‑411
Notification to board
12‑120‑412
Eligibility for architect
12‑120‑413
Qualifications for architect licensure
12‑120‑414
Retired architects - classification - fees
12‑120‑415
Licenses
12‑120‑416
Continuing education - rules
12‑120‑417
Architect’s seal - rules
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Current through Fall 2024

§ 12-120-413’s source at colorado​.gov