American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)
The American Institute of Certified Planners provides the only nationwide, independent verification of planners’ qualifications. Certified planners pledge to uphold high standards of practice, ethics, and professional conduct, and to keep their skills sharp and up-to-date by continuously pursuing advanced professional education. As a nationally recognized certification, AICP members demonstrate to employers and colleagues that they have the academic qualifications, relevant work experience, and mastery of essential skills required to serve their community effectively. More information on the benefits of certification.
Get an Edge in the Job Market
The AICP Certification serves as a hallmark of excellence, operating as a preliminary professional assessment for employers seeking to draw the most exceptionally qualified candidates to their available roles. A significant proportion of planning-related employers affirm that AICP Certification substantially influences their decision-making process when it comes to the recruitment of planners
Commitment to Ethics
An impressive 87% of employers within the planning domain emphasize the significance of staff manifesting unwavering adherence to a designated code of ethics. The AICP’s Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct plays a pivotal role in aiding planners in effectively navigating intricate ethical and moral quandaries that can arise within their roles. Remarkably, an overwhelming 97% of AICP members affirm that the AICP Certification not only fulfills but often surpasses their expectations in showcasing their steadfast dedication to upholding the ethical standards integral to their professional practice.