Licensure protects public health, safety and welfare, but the process shouldn’t create unnecessary barriers. We continuously work to streamlines policies and processes to make licensure more efficient, equitable and defensible — without compromising public protection.

Our principles

We value differing thoughts, experiences, perspectives, career paths and expertise.

We respect differences in culture, career, race and ethnicity, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, language, national origin, religion, age, disability, geography, political perspective, veteran status and more.

We acknowledge that inequity exists within and outside of the landscape architecture community.

We are dedicated to creating and acknowledging the multiple pathways to the landscape architecture profession while mitigating barriers to access for qualified applicants.

We honor the shared experiences of our stakeholders.

We value learning together through reflection and welcome non-traditional approaches and voices as we strive to create a culture of belonging and accountability.

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Licensure support partnerships

We work to expand access to licensure for underrepresented candidates through financial support, education and advocacy initiatives.

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Uniform Standard

CLARB developed and is working with licensure boards across the United States, Puerto Rico, Northern Mariana Islands and Canada to adopt the CLARB Uniform Standard, which recognizes multiple pathways to licensure through varied combinations of education and experience.

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Increased mobility

This CLARB credential eliminates redundant steps and expedites approval when you're applying for licensure.

We also work with member boards to reduce licensure processing time, ensuring a more efficient and accessible pathway for qualified candidates.

CLARB Certification

Improving the candidate experience

We continuously strive to improve how we support candidates at every stage of the licensure journey.

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Engaging through outreach and advocacy

We connect with with candidates, educators and organizations to provide clear and accessible information about the licensure process.

We also advocate for the value of licensure by defending its role in protecting public health, safety and welfare.

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Collaborating and improving

We remain committed to removing barriers, supporting multiple pathways and strengthening landscape architecture licensure for the future.

We invite you to get involved, share your feedback and support CLARB’s initiatives to expand access to licensure for all qualified candidates.

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