What are the PARC Registration Tutorials ?
The PARC Tutorials are a professional education program designed to prepare candidates for registration as an architect in Australia.
They are based on the relevant 2021 National Standard of Competency for Architects performance criteria, published by the Architect Accreditation Council of Australia (AACA), at the Candidate for Registration competency profile level.
They come in two varieties. The PARC Architecture Practice Exam (APE) Tutorials and the PARC Experienced Practitioner (EP) Tutorials.
PARC APE Tutorials
The PARC APE Tutorials are designed to prepare applicants for the Architectural Practice Exam (APE). Successful completion of the APE is the primary prerequisite for registration as an Architect in all states and territories of Australia.
The Tutorials cover the professional practice content that is the subject of the APE. They are also designed to help participants understand the nature, purpose and focus of the APE examination process.
They are available Australia-wide with state and territory specific streams provided. They are run twice a year in Summer and Winter to align with the two national intakes of the APE each year.
PARC EP Tutorials
The PARC EP Tutorials are designed for those seeking registration via the fast tracked Local or Overseas Experienced Practitioner Assessment pathway.
These cover the professional practice content and the structure of the LEP and OEP assessment but in a format more suited to candidates with significantly more experience and perhaps some 'bad-habits.' They are also suitable for candidates with non-Australian registration seeking Mutual Recognition through AACA.
Whilst aimed at helping candidates achieve registration the Tutorials are also suitable for professionals wanting to update their knowledge of current professional practice; those new to Australia seeking a detailed understanding of local contracts and procedures; and those rejoining the industry after a break or some time in another sector.
How to Choose
The first step when choosing between the APE and EP Tutorials is to understand your best pathway to registration. The Architects Accreditation Council of Australia (AACA) creates the pathways to registration and their associated assessments. Click the black box to be taken to their Pathways to Registration information page where you can find all the detailed information regarding pathway eligibility.