Zero Net Carbon Design (ZNCD) Credits
California architects must take 5 hours of coursework in Zero Net Carbon Design (ZNCD) in order to renew their license.
This 5-hour ZNCD requirement is in addition to the pre-existing requirement of 5 hours in accessibility coursework. California architects need to complete a total of 10 hours of coursework to renew their license: 5 hours in accessibility AND 5 hours in ZNCD.
On Demand ZNCD Course
We are pleased to present our 5-hour Zero Net Carbon Design on demand course! Much like our popular on demand ADA course, this series involves 5 1-hour videos, each followed by a short comprehension quiz. You can take the course on your own schedule, at your own pace. Complete half of your license renewal requirements from home!
AIA California Providing ZNCD MCE
AIA California regularly offers live ZNCD-eligible courses for AIA members and non-members alike. These courses are offered live online via Zoom and are FREE for AIA members! Just create an account and input your AIA member number to access the courses.
Architect License Renewal
The California architect license is, at most, a 2-year license. Renewals occur in odd years, and the expiration of a license occurs on the last day of the licensee’s birth month. California architects must complete the required 10 hours of coursework in accessibility and ZNCD by the last day of their birth month in order to renew their license on time.