OAR 804-022-0005
Initial Landscape Architect Registration not by Reciprocity
(1)
An individual may apply for registration as a Landscape Architect.(2)
The application must include the following:(a)
Completed and signed application form;(b)
Application Fee;(c)
Annual Registration Fee;(d)
Signed Statement of Understanding; and(e)
Sufficient information to demonstrate that the applicant meets Board standards for examination, education, and work experience under subsections (3), (4), or (5) of this rule.(A)
The applicant may submit a CLARB Council Record to demonstrate the examination, education, and work experience qualifications.(i)
Information presented on the CLARB Council Record is subject to verification by the Board.(ii)
The Board may request additional documentation or information from the applicant as the Board or its staff deem necessary for verification of the applicant’s qualifications. An application is deemed incomplete until the applicant has provided all requested documentation and information.(3)
Standard Registration Path, LAAB Degree: Minimum of 8 years of landscape architecture experience is required for registration, with 5 years of experience granted for any LAAB degree and 3 years of work experience required under a licensed or registered landscape architect.(a)
Exams: Passage of the Landscape Architect Registration Examination (LARE) or the equivalent from previous versions of the national exam. The applicant must verify passage of all sections of the national exam.(b)
Education: A degree from a LAAB accredited university program. The applicant must provide an official transcript in the university sealed envelope to verify award of a LAAB degree. Any LAAB degree is granted 5 years of credit.(c)
Work Experience: A minimum of three years of work experience under the direct supervision of a licensed or registered Landscape Architect which was obtained after satisfying the requirements of OAR 804 Division 10 and (3)(b) of this rule. The applicant must provide a work history summary and work experience verification forms.(A)
Up to two years of the three years of experience may be supervised by a licensed or registered Engineer or Architect;(4)
Non LAAB Degree Path: Minimum of 8 years of landscape architecture experience is required for registration, with 5 years of experience for a degree and work experience with an additional 3 years of work experience required under a licensed or registered landscape architect.(a)
Exams: Passage of the Landscape Architect Registration Examination (LARE) or the equivalent from previous versions of the national exam. The applicant must verify passage of all sections of the national exam.(b)
Education and Equivalent Experience: In the absence of a degree from a LAAB accredited university program, 5 years of credit for education and experience combined as specified in OAR 804-010-0010 (Equivalent Education and Experience). The applicant must provide an official transcript in the university sealed envelope to verify award of a degree. The applicant must also provide a work history summary and work experience verification forms.(A)
Experience used to satisfy the education requirement cannot be used towards the work experience requirement of (4)(c) of this rule.(c)
Work Experience: A minimum of three years of work experience under the direct supervision of a licensed or registered Landscape Architect which was obtained after satisfying the requirements of OAR 804 Division 10 and (4)(b) of this rule. The applicant must provide a work history summary and work experience verification forms.(A)
Up to two years of the three years of experience may be supervised by a licensed or registered Engineer or Architect;(5)
No Degree Path: Minimum of 11 years of landscape architecture experience is required for registration.(a)
Exams: The Board requires passage of the Landscape Architect Registration Examination (LARE) or the equivalent from previous versions of the national exam. The applicant must verify passage of all sections of the national exam.(b)
Experience In Lieu of Education: In the absence of any degree, 8 years of work experience under the supervision of a licensed or registered Landscape Architect. The applicant must provide a work history summary and work experience verification forms.(A)
Experience used to satisfy this requirement cannot be used towards the work experience requirement of (5)(c) of this rule.(c)
Work Experience: A minimum of three years of work experience under the direct supervision of a licensed or registered Landscape Architect which was obtained after satisfying the requirements of OAR 804 Division 10 and (5)(b) of this rule. The applicant must provide a work history summary and work experience verification forms.(A)
Up to two years of the three years of experience may be supervised by a licensed or registered Engineer or Architect;(6)
Upon acceptance by the Board, the applicant is required to complete an Oral Exam.(7)
The initial date of registration shall be the date of the meeting during which the Board approves the application for registration.
Source:
Rule 804-022-0005 — Initial Landscape Architect Registration not by Reciprocity, https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/view.action?ruleNumber=804-022-0005.