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Get an inside look at licensure, regulation, and the initiatives shaping the future of architectural practice. The NCARB Podcast, hosted by Andy McIntyre, Vice President at NCARB, brings together architects, educators, regulators, researchers, and industry leaders to unpack the systems behind licensure—and how those systems are evolving to better serve candidates, the profession, and the public. Season 1 explores Pathways to Practice, NCARB’s multi-year initiative to reimagine the path to architectural licensure. Across the season, Andy and his guests examine how licensure evolved, where today’s process creates barriers, and how a more flexible, competency-based model could expand access while maintaining the rigor needed to protect the public’s health, safety, and welfare.

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July 1, 2026

Licensure Reimagined

With the Competency Standard in place, what could the future licensure model actually look like? This episode explores how NCARB is moving from big ideas to practical implementation.Andy speaks with Julie Hildebrand, former Chair of NCARB’s Licensure Process Research and Development Task Force, about the early research behind Pathways to Practice. Julie shares how the task force explored licensure models from other professions and countries, tested ideas, and balanced innovation with regulatory responsibility.Then, Greg Wynn, current Chair of the Research and Development Task Force, explains how the work is shifting toward assessment criteria, feasibility, and multiple equivalent ways for candidates to demonstrate competency.Find out more about <a href="https://www.ncarb.org/become-architect/pathways-to-practice" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pathways to Practice</a>.

June 24, 2026

Foundations for a New Era

Pathways to Practice is built on years of research, analysis, and volunteer collaboration. This episode unpacks the foundation behind NCARB’s future licensure model: the Competency Standard.Andy speaks with Jared Zurn about NCARB’s Analysis of Practice, a large-scale study designed to understand how architecture is practiced today and how it is changing. The conversation explains why NCARB moved beyond a traditional job task analysis to better understand the future of practice.Then, Andrew Portis and Whitney Martin, members of NCARB’s Competency Task Force, share how the Competency Standard was developed and why defining competency at the point of initial licensure is so important.Find out more about <a href="https://www.ncarb.org/become-architect/pathways-to-practice" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pathways to Practice</a>.

June 17, 2026

Evolving the Exam

The Architect Registration Examination is one of the most visible parts of the licensure process—but like practice itself, the exam continues to evolve. This episode explores how NCARB updates the ARE and what those changes mean for candidates.Andy speaks with Jared Zurn, NCARB’s Chief Programs Officer, about the evolution of the exam, recent accessibility improvements, and why the future of licensure requires a more holistic view of education, experience, and examination.Then, Brent Lance, Chair of NCARB’s Examination Committee, discusses upcoming ARE updates, case study changes, competency alignment, and the research-driven process behind exam development.Find out more about <a href="https://www.ncarb.org/become-architect/pathways-to-practice" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pathways to Practice</a>.

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What is NCARB?: Get an inside look at licensure, regulation, and the initiatives shaping the future of architectural practice. The NCARB Podcast, hosted by Andy McIntyre, Vice President at NCARB, brings together architects, educators, regulators, researchers, and industry leaders to unpack the systems behind licensure—and how those systems are evolving to better serve candidates, the profession, and the public.

Season 1 explores Pathways to Practice, NCARB’s multi-year initiative to reimagine the path to architectural licensure. Across the season, Andy and his guests examine how licensure evolved, where today’s process creates barriers, and how a more flexible, competency-based model could expand access while maintaining the rigor needed to protect the public’s health, safety, and welfare.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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