APA Offers a Wide Variety of Educational Programs

The Educational Programs of the American Planning Association and the American Institute of Certified Planners serves a wide variety of people interested in planning. Allied professionals, community advocates, and members of the public are also welcome to participate in APA education programs.

Professional and Practicing Planners Education
Professional planners are certified by the American Institute of Certified Planners, and practicing planners are all planners working in the field of planning.

Planning Commissioners and Appointed and Elected Officials Education
APA conducts a full range of programs for planning commissioners. Many of these products and programs are suitable for other officials as well.

Youth and Teachers Education
Find information and resources to help you educate youth about planning and involve youth in planning activities.

Careers and Planning Degrees
APA provides a wealth of information about careers in planning, including getting started with a planning degree.

High School Essay Contest
High school students are invited to compete in this annual essay contest on city and regional planning. First prize is a $5,000 scholarship.

Calendar of Events
Visit the calendar of events for live training opportunities, conferences, and workshops for honing your planning knowledge and skills.

Conferences and Workshops
Every year, APA offers a wide variety of education opportunities at sites across the U.S. Find out more about the APA National Planning Conference, APA Chapter Conferences, APA Co-Sponsored Conferences, Management for Planning Directors events, Audio/Web Conferences, and AICP Planners Training Service Workshops.

Education Center
The Education Center provides an overview of all aspects of planning education. Find information on degrees, products, standards, committees, and the organizations involved in planning education.