Architect
Description
The practice of the profession of architecture is defined as rendering or offering to render services which require the application of the art, science, and aesthetics of design and construction of buildings, groups of buildings, including their components and appurtenances and the spaces around them wherein the safeguarding of life, health, property, and public welfare is concerned. Such services include, but are not limited to consultation, evaluation, planning, the provision of preliminary studies, designs, construction documents, construction management, and the administration of construction contracts.
Licensing Requirements
To be licensed as an architect in New York State you must:
- Be of good moral character
- Be at least 21 years of age
- Meet education, experience, and examination requirements.
The latest information and requirements for licensure are available on the website of the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions at http://www.op.nysed.gov/home.html.
Licenses Issued and Active
From January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2009, there were 912 licenses issued for this occupation.
As of January 1, 2010, there were 15,362 currently registered licenses for this occupation.
Licensing Authority
New York State Education Department
Office of the Professions
Education Building, 2nd FL
89 Washington Avenue
Albany, New York 12234
Phone: (518) 474-3817 Ext. 110
E-mail: op4info@mail.nysed.gov
Standard Occupational Classification
17-1011.00 - Architects, Except Landscape and NavalTo learn more about this occupation go to the Occupational Information Network (O*Net).
Additional Information
Society of American Registered Architects
305 E. 46th Street
New York, NY 10017
Phone: (212) 355-6555
Fax: (212) 355-6919
National Architectural Accrediting Board, Inc.
1735 New York Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20006
Phone: (202) 783-2007
Fax: (202) 783-2822
E-mail: info@naab.org