OAR 804-022-0010
Landscape Architect Registration by Reciprocity
(1)
Any person not registered as a Landscape Architect in Oregon, but who currently holds a license or registration to practice as a Landscape Architect in another state or territory, may file an application for registration by reciprocity under ORS 671.345 (Registration based on recognition by other jurisdictions) and the requirements of this rule.(2)
An application must include the following:(a)
Completed and signed application form;(b)
Application Fee;(c)
Annual Registration Fee;(d)
Signed Statement of Understanding;(e)
Identification of all states in which licensure is currently held, with official verification from the licensing state and where exams were passed; and(f)
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: Minimum of 8 years of landscape architecture experience is required for registration, with 5 years of experience granted for an 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)
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 education 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. Up to two years of the three years of experience may be supervised by a licensed or registered Engineer or Architect; or(B)
A minimum of 11 years of work experience as a Landscape Architect licensed or registered in another U.S. state or territory verified as follows:(i)
A minimum of three professional reference letters in a form acceptable to the Board signed by licensed or registered Landscape Architects, Engineers, or Architects and submitted to the Board; and(ii)
A resume of the applicant detailing the 11 years of verified work experience.(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) except as provided in (4)(c)(B) of this rule.(c)
Work Experience:(A)
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. Up to two years of the three years of experience may be supervised by a licensed or registered Engineer or Architect; or(B)
A minimum of 11 years of work experience as a Landscape Architect licensed or registered in another U.S. state or territory verified as follows:(i)
A minimum of three professional reference letters in a form acceptable to the Board signed by licensed or registered Landscape Architects, Engineers, or Architects and submitted to the Board; and(ii)
A resume of the applicant detailing the 11 years of verified work experience.(5)
No Degree Path: Minimum of 11 years of landscape architecture experience is required for registration.(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)
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 or a minimum of 11 years of work experience as a Landscape Architect licensed or registered in another U.S. state or territory. The applicant must also 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) except as provided in (5)(c)(B).(c)
Work Experience:(A)
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. Up to two years of the three years of experience may be supervised by a licensed or registered Engineer or Architect; or(B)
A minimum of 11 years of work experience as a Landscape Architect licensed or registered in another U.S. state or territory verified as follows:(i)
A minimum of three professional reference letters in a form acceptable to the Board signed by licensed or registered Landscape Architects, Engineers, or Architects and submitted to the Board; and(ii)
A resume of the applicant detailing the 11 years of verified work experience.(6)
Registration may be granted without oral exam after all application materials are approved.
Source:
Rule 804-022-0010 — Landscape Architect Registration by Reciprocity, https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/view.action?ruleNumber=804-022-0010.