For Architects Series

For Architects Series is a curated set of courses custom-designed for architects to build their practice and career. These courses are design for seasoned architects juggling office finances, employee retention, client relationships, and succession planning.

As a seasoned architect you’re juggling a lot – office finances, employee retention, client relationships, and succession planning. You’re managing projects and expanding your skills and knowledge. The …for Architects Series includes a curated set of courses custom designed for architects to build their practice and career. The RAIC has engaged industry leaders to develop courses aimed at advancing the success of professional in design and construction.

Gain the tools and the confidence for practice success

Participate in engaging and collaborative workshops

Benefit from custom-designed courses by industry leaders working with architects

Network with peers and industry professionals

NEW! Project Management for Architects is back by popular demand!

• Project management tools and templates for architectural practice. 
• 40 hours of instruction including practical exercises in which participants will learn to use the tools and templates.   
• Premium PMP® certification exam preparation kit including textbook, study aids, online resources, and an online test question bank. 
• All presentation slides are narrated and shared with participants at the end of the course. 

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Registration is now open!

• Toronto Session – October 2023
• Vancouver Session – November 2023

Classes are limited to 30 participants. 
This course is offered in English.

Continuing Education Modules Available On Demand:

The RAIC’s Marketing for Architects  – Fundamentals of Marketing is Available to Stream!

In  Marketing for Architects course you’ll learn the fundamentals of marketing, business development, networking and how to apply them directly to your practice. This course equips architects and firm owners with successful marketing and business development strategies. Learn how to:

1. Create a marketing plan focused on your ideal client and designed to deliver your business objectives.
2. Communicate your brand message and unique value to clients, referrers and your team.
    

Introduction to Successful Accessible Design

Introduction to Successful Accessible Design introduces the concepts and applications of inclusive design as it applies to Canadian architecture and its built environment. Students will analyze the impacts and conflicts of accessibility in society, built form, and the development industry. In addition to learning the basic terminology and concepts, and having access to the latest resources, they gain practical experience including being able to spot the barriers that surround us as well as apply new skills in real-life applications of accessibility.

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Project Risk Management

Project Risk Management for Architects has been designed by drawing on bodies of knowledge of Risk Management, Project Management, and Architectural Practice. 

A structure is then created that is relevant to architectural practice and outlines an easy to follow process for managing risk during projects.

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Construction Contract Administration and Field Review

An architect administers the construction contract on behalf of both the client and the contractor during construction through services known as Construction Administration and Field Review (CCA & FR). These services are those prescribed in standard construction contracts, such as the CCDC 2, and are divided into office functions and field functions. This course explores the theoretical and practical aspects in performing the CCA and FR, including preparations leading to this phase, as well as best practices.

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