CELA and CLARB announce collaborative partnership

The Council of Educators in Landscape Architecture (CELA) and The Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards (CLARB) have entered into a strategic partnership by signing a memorandum of agreement (MOU) to advance the discipline of landscape architecture through education, research, practice and public service.

CLARB-NAMLA program supports access to landscape architecture licensure 

CLARB is proud to announce the continuation of our partnership with NAMLA to offer the L.A.R.E. Reimbursement Grant Program.  

“We share a deep commitment with NAMLA to expanding access within the profession,” said CLARB CEO Matt Miller. “Together we collaborate on initiatives that remove barriers to licensure and promote access to landscape architecture.”

CLARB is proud to announce that U.S. veterans can now use their GI Bill benefits to reimburse costs associated with taking the Landscape Architect Registration Examination (L.A.R.E.). 

The Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards (CLARB) has been approved as an institution by the Department of Veterans Affairs, allowing eligible veterans to seek reimbursement for examination fees. 

"As a veteran who personally benefited from the GI Bill, I'm thrilled that CLARB can now offer this opportunity to those who have served our country," said Matt Miller, CLARB CEO. "This approval represents our commitment to supporting veterans as they transition to civilian careers in landscape architecture."

With Rebecca Moden’s departure to take on her new role as CEO at CIDQ, we have some exciting updates about the CLARB team that will empower us to continue to advancing our mission and strategy.

The International Federation of Landscape Architects Africa Region (IFLA Africa) and the Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards (CLARB) have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at elevating and uniting the landscape architecture profession across the continent.

Finding your voice as an emerging landscape architecture professional

Position yourself as a climate resilience advocate

Today’s landscape architecture requires optimism about the power of people to collectively defend our communities from climate-related disasters with sustainable and equitable solutions. We picked the brains of some of the landscape architects at  Pland Collaborative to bring you tried and true actionable steps for amplifying your voice as a climate resilience advocate.

Did you know? CLARB is much more than just the exam

(although that is an important part of what we do!)

While we’re known for the L.A.R.E. and the Council Record, CLARB is also committed to advancing standards for the landscape architecture profession on a global scale. Through professional development, strategic partnerships, collaborative initiatives, advocacy and research, we work to shape a future where landscape architecture thrives.

CLARB welcomes new leadership for 2024-25, strengthening future of landscape architecture regulation 

The theme of the summit was Empowering Opportunity, and programming focused on enhancing standards, empowering stakeholders and educating others in order to shape the future of landscape architecture licensure. Topics included:

• Defending Licensure in a Deregulation Era
• Enlisting Champions: Strategic Volunteer Recruitment
• Understanding the CLARB Uniform Standard and Messaging Workshop
• Multiple Routes, One Destination: Paving the Way for Inclusive Licensure
• Navigating Legal Landscapes: Best Practices for Statutory and Regulatory Changes

Thank you to all who joined us for this meaningful meeting!

You asked, we listened: provisional feedback starting soon

As part of our efforts to continuously improve your exam experience and align with common testing practices, CLARB will begin offering provisional feedback for the L.A.R.E.

In partnership with our test development and test delivery team, we have started a multi-phase project to release provisional feedback, beginning with the Inventory, Analysis and Project Management section only during the August 2024 exam administration period. 

Sponsorship opportunities now available

CLARB's new sponsorship opportunities can elevate your organization's brand and help you build meaningful connections within the industry. CLARB now offers exclusive sponsorship opportunities for our Annual Meeting along with year-round brand engagement with our 7,000+ stakeholders.

By sponsoring CLARB, your brand will be prominently aligned with the advancement of landscape architectural licensure.

The choice is yours. CLARB offers the option to take your exam section in-person at a PSI Testing Center or online from anywhere — like your home or office.

Regardless of the testing modality you choose, the sooner you register, the more options you'll have for available appointments.

Canada has established itself as a global hub for science, technology and innovation, offering a thriving ecosystem for skilled professionals in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields. The Express Entry Program is a comprehensive point-based system introduced by the Canadian government to streamline the immigration process for skilled workers. The program is particularly advantageous for tech talent in STEM fields, including landscape architecture, as Canada recognizes the critical role played by these professionals in driving innovation and economic growth.

Find details on licensure requirements in CLARB Member jurisdictions Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba and Ontario.